Gr 7-10‘Though never possessing a unified empire, or even a country, the Celts nonetheless exerted a powerful influence on Europe. Information about their religion, social structure, art, and oral tradition is given. The last chapter discusses the contributions of the Celts to European civilization, especially the preservation of Christian tradition by the Irish. Beautiful full-color photographs and reproductions are a hallmark of this series and they are particularly effective here. Celtic metalwork is displayed in all of its glory in large full-page and two-page photographs. The Celts, perhaps because of their disunity and lack of a written language, have been underrepresented in historical writing for young people. This book will be a useful addition to all libraries.‘David N. Pauli, Missoula Public Library, MT (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Boxes of information throughout the books present special aspects of each culture; one interesting section in each of the volumes explains what life held in store for boys and girls in each society. Readers will learn much about their histories and the various ways of life. Numerous color photographs, reproductions, and maps illustrate these books. Chronologies are included. Bib., glos., ind. (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.