Pamela Odijk

Describes the civilization of the Sumerians, who inhabited the land which today is Iraq, in the beginning of the fourth millennium B.C.

Discusses the civilization of ancient Rome, including the hunting, medicine, clothing, religion, laws, legends, and recreation.

Surveys the culture, government, religion, and achievements of the Aztecs and the collapse of their empire with the arrival of the Spanish under Cortez.

Surveys the history of old Japan and describes its life and culture before the country was opened up to the West.

Describes the world of the Incas, examining such aspects of their lives as herds and hunting, food, medicine, clothes, religion, legends, art and architecture, and wars.

Describes the culture, religion, literature, daily life, and voyages of the Vikings and why the civilization declined after 300 years.