Lost Civilizations provides a fascinating and comprehensive overview of the peoples and defining civilizations of all the continents on earth. It sheds light on the power and influence of the Persians, Greeks, and Romans, on the ancient kingdoms and dynasties in China and India, and on the achievements of the advanced civilizations of the Inca, Maya, and Aztecs. Over 400 illustrations, numerous maps, and informative texts provide captivating portraits of early societies that have defined the course of human history.