Describes the crimes of Nazi perpetrators and their efforts to escape retribution, development of the Nuremberg Trials, and the subsequent hunt for and trials of Nazi leaders.
Offers a brief history of ancient Egypt and discusses the earliest civilization that developed across the Nile River Valley, the building of the pyramids, religious beliefs, and Cleopatra's role in it
Introduces the civilization of ancient Rome, describing the rise of the republic, the civil war that led to the Empire, the influence of Christianity, and the external threats that led to its decline.
Introduces ancient Mesopotamian civilization, describing the introduction of agriculture, the rise of of urban culture, the development of writing, and a brief history of the successive kingdoms that
Discusses the way nanotechnology is transforming the field of medicine, including detecting influenza and other viral infections, delivering medicine in new and innovative ways, and rebuilding bodily
Describes the reign of Cleopatra, from its illustrious beginning to its tragic end, and details how she has remained a popular figure in Western culture.
Examines the Fall of Rome, discussing the events leading up to the empire's fall; the impact of barbarian raids, growing Christian population, and societal structure; and its lasting effect both on th
