This chronologically organized introduction to the Western Humanities (art,
music, history, literature, and drama) establishes the historical context of
each era before the arts are discussed. The Western Humanities is also available
in two separate volumes: Volume I covers prehistory through the Renaissance;
Volume II covers the Renaissance to the Present. More than 600 illustrations
appear throughout the text, and Personal Perspectives boxes bring to life the
issues and events of the day
Table Of Contents:
Preface
A Humanities Primer: How to Understand the Arts
Introduction: Why Study Cultural History?
1. PREHISTORY AND NEAR EASTERN CIVILIZATIONS
Prehistory and Early Cultures / The Civilizations of the Tigris and Euphrates
River Valley: Mesopotamia /