Collects the philosopher's series of lectures on ethical topics ranging from good and bad character and pleasure and self-control to moral wisdom and the foundations of right and wrong.

Widely referred to as the "Father of History", Greek Historian Herodotus lived during the 5th century BC and "The Histories" is generally accepted as the first work of historical literature in Western Civilization. Departing from the ancient Homeric tradition of treating historical subjects as epically romantic figures, Herodotus instead approached his subjects with a systematic method of investigation. "The Histories" of Herodotus describe the important...

Explores the history of the ancient world to the fall of Rome through the myths and stories of people who lived in Sumer, Egypt, India, China, Greece, Mesopotamia, and Rome.

"The new masterwork that rewrites American history as we know it, from the internationally bestselling author whose controversial take on the past, once anathema to archaeologists, has been overwhelmingly vindicated by recent discoveries."--

From mysterious lines that stretch for miles in Peru and the disappearance of one of Egypt's most beloved and despised queens to a revelation that could alter our understanding of the Amazon and the ancient people that lived there, this 3-disc collection explores some of the greatest mysteries surrounding lost civilizations from our past.

Examines what is known of ancient knowledge in the areas of healing, inventions, engineering, art, astronomy, sports, and explorations.

Introduces four archaeologists and looks at what they are discovering about the ancient world in Egypt, Guatemala, Peru, and Pompeii.

This edition includes a modern introduction and a list of suggested further reading. While in prison awaiting a brutal execution, Boethius produced arguably the most famous work of early medieval philosophy and literature, the celebrated Consolation of Philosophy. In alternating sections of prose and poetry, Boethius describes the circumstances of his rapid fall from the upper echelons of society and power. In a conversation with lady Philosophy,...