D Lost Civilization

Author: Li Yufu
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: 300,000 vivid words telling the stories of 9 long-buried, splendid civilizations that have been sealed away for millennia; 450 exquisite real-life images showcasing countless great relics that have been rediscovered. The illustrated edition of Lost Civilizations presents these magnificent ancient cultures of the world—such as the wise ancient Greece, the great ancient Rome, the eternal ancient Egypt, the devout ancient India, the beautiful Babylon, the suffering ancient Israel, the mysterious Maya, Inca, and Aztec—in a richly illustrated and engaging format. The text is written in clear and flowing language, allowing readers to not only discover the true faces of these ancient civilizations but also avoid the difficulty and obscurity often found in reading general history books. Additionally, the more than 400 exquisite images in the book bring a sense of immersive realism, enabling you to understand the origins and early transformations of civilizations around the world in a relaxed manner. The elegant words showcase the brilliant achievements of countless people who have dedicated themselves to studying the past, while the stunning images serve as old photographs of humanity’s childhood, faint yet vividly telling the story of the past of human civilization. As you unfold the pages, glimpses of humanity’s childhood memories emerge, making everything appear distant yet real.