Scary Ancient Civilizations History Facts: Secrets, Sacrifice, and Doom (Scary History Facts) Paperback – January 22, 2025

Ancient civilizations built temples, wrote laws, and created art that still impresses us thousands of years later. But many of those same societies also practiced human sacrifice, kept vast slave populations, and carried out acts of cruelty that are hard to square with their cultural achievements. This book looks at the parts of ancient history that tend to get left out of the highlights.From the ritual killings of Mesoamerica to the gladiatorial bloodshed of Rome, from the brutal punishments of Assyria to the human sacrifices of ancient China, these stories reveal what life -- and death -- actually looked like in some of the world's most celebrated civilizations. The goal is not to shock but to show the full picture, including the parts that are uncomfortable to face.What's inside:Human sacrifice in Aztec, Maya, and other Mesoamerican culturesThe Assyrian Empire's use of terror as a tool of controlGladiatorial games, public executions, and slavery in ancient RomeRitual burials and mass killings in ancient China and EgyptThe darker practices of Celtic, Norse, and Carthaginian societiesReader review:"Really interesting read. I've always been fascinated by ancient history, but most books skip over the darker stuff or mention it in passing. This one gives it proper attention without being sensationalist. The chapters on Assyria and the Aztecs were especially gripping." -- Ryan T.If you are interested in ancient history and want to see more than the polished version, this book provides a detailed and honest look at what these civilizations were really like.Order your copy today. Read more