This incredible book set brings together three authoritative volumes on Ancient Egypt, Rome and Greece. It offers a study of the art, architecture and culture of Greece and Rome, and a fascinating exploration of the rites and rituals that formed the foundation of the ancient Egyptian civilization. The encyclopedia on the Greek World traces the magnificent artistic achievements from the Minoans and Mycenaeans to the Doric, Ionian and Corinthian styles and their splendid incarnation in the cities of Athens, Olympia and Delphi, as well as discussing the beautiful sculptures, vase paintings and mosaics of the Hellenistic Golden Era. The book looks at Greek society, and how its belief system underpinned its religion and mythology, the theatre, literature, philosophy, science, technology, athletics and sport. The volume on the Roman World delves into the daily life of the ancient Romans, following the often shocking lives of mighty emperors like Nero and Caligula as well as the racy love stories of leading citizens such as Mark Antony and Ovid, but also looking at the day-to-day toil of peasants and slaves. Art, architecture and culture in ancient Rome shaped the world we live in today and this wonderful illustrated history celebrates the building of the Roman Empire, and the creation of classical public buildings, palaces, cities and villas. Through the abundance of mosaics, sculpture and literature that still survives today you can see how real people lived, worshipped and interacted during one of the greatest periods of world history. The guide to Ancient Egypt explores the world's first great and arguably most complex civilisation, that has captured our imagination for centuries. This engrossing reference book explores the awe-inspiring temples, pyramids, tombs and treasures and explores how the study of these found objects, archaeological sites, hieroglyphic inscriptions and beautiful tomb arts cast light on the sacred rites and rituals of a unique and sophisticated society. With over 1300 colour photographs and artworks illustrating the expert and in-depth texts, this classic boxed set offers an authoritative and highly accessible exploration of the ancient world.