Art of the Ancient Mediterranean World

by Bernice Wilson

Presenting a broad range of human artistic expression, the International Encyclopedia of Art set examines the art of cultures across the world, from prehistoric times to the present day. This global... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0816033315
• ISBN13: 9780816033317
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Facts on File
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.7" x 11.2"
• Age Range: 10 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 12

Customer Reviews

excellent informative reading for children

The book consists of 26 chapters, of which four are devoted briefly to Egyptian art from the Old, the Middle and the New Kingdoms. The remainder deal with Mesopotamian, Assyrian, Babylonian, Greek, Etruscan, Roman and Islamic art. The book starts in 3000 BC and ends in 1000 AD. The Egyptian chapters deal with the rules of Egyptian art, the belief in life after death, art of Thebes, Valley of the Kings, Akhenaten and Hatshepsut. A glossary explaining terms used throughout the book (from "acropolis" to "ziggurat") is included. Clearly presented and well-written, it is an ideal introduction for children ages 9 to 12.