National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Africa: Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of Africa's Past

by Victoria Sherrow

Overview

Archaeology reveals the rich histories of complex cultures in the cradle of humankind. Study the Dogon people of Mali. Explore the ancient city of Jenne-jeno. Learn how computer technology has recreated the Kushite temples at Jebel Barkal and how artifacts bring new insights, helping scientists to piece together the puzzle of ancient Africa.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780792253846
Publisher:	Disney Publishing Group
Publication date:	03/27/2007
Series:	National Geographic Investigates Series
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.06(h) x 0.36(d)
Lexile:	1000L (what's this?)
Age Range:	10 - 14 Years

About the Author

Victoria Sherrow is a veteran author of fiction and nonfiction titles on topics as diverse as backyard creatures, the Great Depression, endangered animals, the Holocaust, Benjamin Franklin, tennis, and medical ethics. This is her first book for National Geographic Children's Books.