How did the Ancient Egyptians build without electric light? And what was the grisly use of the Great Temple of Tenochtitlan? Giving answers to such questions, this title looks at the world's most remarkable man-made creations from Egypt's Great Pyramid, the world's tallest building for 43 centuries, to the beauty of South American temple pyramids.

The tomb of Tutankhamun, with its treasures, has exerted a hold on the popular imagination ever since its discovery in 1922. This book is a detailed and comprehensive study of the archaeological discovery that has until now remained only a partly told story.

Recounts the lives, deeds and misdeeds of the 265 Popes from St Peter to Pope Benedict XVI. The dichotomy between the dignity of the holy office and the human passions and pleasures of some of the individuals who have occupied it characterizes the narrative throughout.

This is a vivid chronological history of the civilization of ancient Egypt from its foundation some 5000 years ago to its conquest by Alexander the Great in 332 BCE - effectively the first half of written human history.

A comprehensive survey of all Egypt's temples, from Luxor and Karnak to those in the delta, oases and Nubia. It traces the processes of building and decorating, how they functioned, and what happened when they were robbed and desecrated. It also discusses the Egyptian pantheon, rites and festivals.