Infobase’s history databases are continually updated with new content, offering students and researchers even more topics to delve deep into and more guided entryways into the content to make it easy to explore. Ancient and Medieval History, which covers world history from prehistory through the mid-1500s, now features three new Topic Centers on two ancient civilizations and one region, broadening the scope of this renowned database even further.
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The New Topic Centers Include:
Chinese Empires
China’s imperial period lasted more than 2,000 years, and its culture—particularly the administrative and educational systems and the imperial model—influenced states across Southeast Asia. This new Topic Center brings to life several Chinese dynasties, including the Qin, Han, Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties, and discusses what society and daily life were like in ancient China, as well as the arts and sciences that came out of it and more. Study the concept of the Mandate of Heaven, watch a slideshow on daily life in Han China, or read excerpts by Confucius, Zhuangzi, Sima Qian, or Li Qingzhao.
Indian Empires
Three successive states—the Maurya and Gupta Empires and the Delhi Sultanate—ruled northern India in ancient times. India’s religions, the social system formed under Vedic Hinduism, and the government institutions established by India’s rulers had far-reaching influence. The new Indian Empires Topic Center covers the history of and what life was like during the Maurya Empire, Gupta Empire, and Delhi Sultanate. Read excerpts from primary sources, study a map of the Delhi Sultanate, watch a video on ancient India, and more.
Europe
The history of ancient and medieval Europe extends from the arrival of the first modern humans during the Paleolithic to the early stirrings of the Renaissance. This new region-focused Topic Center covers the geography and development of Europe during this period, with special looks at the Celts, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Germanics, Vikings, Slavs, and Rus. Study maps of the changing European coastlines following the last ice age, watch a video on the Celts, research the history of the Slavs, read the Magna Carta, view a slideshow on medieval castles, and more.
What Are Topic Centers?
Ancient and Medieval History’s editorially curated Topic Centers allow users to locate and explore relevant, authoritative content quickly and efficiently. The focused modules feature specially selected, historically accurate content covering different civilizations, eras, and regions. Students conducting research on ancient history will find everything they need to study each civilization, explore related research topics, or prepare a presentation. Educators will appreciate the hand-selected resources available for each topic, including a book-length introduction to the civilization, a selection of full-color maps, a slideshow overview, video documentaries, primary source documents, a timeline, and a list of suggested research topics, each of which leads to a cascade of additional material.
The Topic Centers can be found under “Browse Civilization” in the drop-down menu and on the right rail of the home page. Plus, the “Topic Centers” overview page provides brief summaries of all available Topic Centers, with a filter by type in the right rail. Links to this page can be found under “Browse Resources” on the home page and in the drop-down menu.
New Media and Primary Sources
But, that’s not all! More than 200 new images and exclusive maps as well as 65 new primary sources and 20 new full-length videos have also just been added to Ancient and Medieval History.
What Is Ancient and Medieval History?
Ancient and Medieval History offers thorough coverage of world history from prehistory through the mid-1500s, with a user-friendly interface and award-winning content. Key eras, civilizations, and regions are covered in depth, providing a virtual library of history for educators, students, and researchers of all ages.
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