Life in Ancient Mesopotamia (Peoples of the Ancient World)

With a history that stretches back over 8,000 years, ancient Mesopotamia was home to many great cultures and empires. This book teaches children the complex history of the area with illustrative maps and timelines. The topics include the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers; the great cities of Ur and Babylon; the Sumerians, Akkadians, Assyrians; and more.