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Unit 3
Chapter 10: The Muslim World
Section 1: The Rise of IslamThe Sayings of the Prophet
Indexed by topic, this site is a fantastic resource to the Quran
A Chronology of Early Islam
Time line of Islam from the birth of Muhammad in 570 until the end of Muslim rule in Spain in 1492
World Religions
Buddhism
Tricycle Buddhist Review
Basic information on Buddhism with links to basic philosophy, a glossary, and the biography of Siddharta Gautama
Hinduism
The Hindu Universe--History
History of Hinduism in India along with a Glossary and new discoveries in the search for the Hindu past
Islam
The Sayings of the Prophet
Indexed by topic, this site is a fantastic resource to the Quran
A Chronology of Early Islam
Time line of Islam from the birth of Muhammad in 570 until the end of Muslim rule in Spain in 1492
Christianity
Hall of Church History
Site contains a great amount of information about the history of Christianity, with interactive timelines and biographies of key figures
World Council of Churches
In addition to providing both contemporary and historical information on Christianity, this site lists and links to a very large number of Christian sects
Catholic Online
This well-designed site is an excellent resource for study of the largest Christian sect.
Judaism
Judaism and Jewish Resources
This excellent, easy-to-use directory of Judaism on the Internet is a superb starting point for the study of Judaism
National Museum of American Jewish History
At this beautifully designed museum site, you can view many virtual exhibits on various aspects of American Jewish history
Welcome to Jewish Community Online
Here you can find information on many aspects of Jewish history, life, art, and culture.
Confucianism
Kong Fu Zi - Confucius
A good introduction to Confucianism
Images of the Temple of Culture
Here is a historical essay on Confucianism with links to photographs and other sources of information
Yin/Yang
Interesting essay on the philosophy of yin-yang, with links to other essays on Confucius and related topics
Chapter 11: Byzantines, Russians, and Turks Interact
Section 1: Byzantium Becomes the New RomeThe Glory of Byzantium
This is the Metropolitan Museum of Art's online Byzatium exhibition. Contains articles on Byzantine history and various themes of Byzantium art, along with many wonderful images
Byzantium: Timeline
A very detailed timeline of Byzantium, with links to many images and more extensive information
Byzantium: The Byzantine Studies Page
Here you will find an excellent introductory essay on Byzantine studies, as well as a directory to other Internet sites for learning about Byzantium
Byzantium: University of Michigan Collections and Expeditions
This virtual museum of Byzantine studies contains many maps and information of the University of MichiganŐs archeological expeditions to Byzantium.
Section 2: Russians Adapt Byzantine Culture
Russian History
Comprehensive site features volumes of information on Russian history, from a simple chronology to Russian historical texts in English
Section 3: Turkish Empires Rise in Anatolia
Discover Turkey: Anatolia
A good introduction to this area, the site includes images of Anatolian artwork, and essays on the Seljuks and the Byzantine Empire
The Seljuks
A brief article on the Seljuks, within a large site on Turkish history
A History of Medieval Islam
The essay goes into detail about the Seljuk Turks march into Western Asia
Virtual Exhibits--Genghis Khan
An interesting online exhibit devoted to the life of Genghis Khan.
Chapter 12: Empires in East Asia
Section 1: Two Great Dynasties in ChinaImperial Era: II
Text and map outlining the history of China from the Sui Dynasty through the Song Dynasty
Section 2: Empire of the Great Khan
Welcome to the Realm of the Mongols
Informative site that corrects several misinterpretations of Mongol history. Contains links to other essays, a bibiliography, and a chronology
Section 3: Empires of the Great Khan
Kublai Khan, the Son of Heaven
An extensive history of Kublai Khan, along with maps and a timeline, can be found at this site
Marco Polo--Home Page
This site is devoted to Marco Polo, and contains essays on his life and travels, and literary works which feature Marco Polo
Dadu
Interesting virtual exhibit on the reconstructed city of Dadu, which Kublai Kahn built and Marco Polo visited.
Mongol Empire
A good encyclopedia entry on the Mongol Empire, with links to entries on the Yuan Dynasty and Marco Polo
Section 4: Feudal Powers in Japan
A Brief History of the Samurai
Text-only history and a time line of important dates in samurai history
Chapter 13: European Middle Ages
Section 1: Germanic Kingdoms Unite Under CharlemagneCharlemagne
Outstanding resource on the man who founded the Holy Roman Empire, containing a brief biography and links to more information and images
Section 2: Feudalism in Europe
The Rise of Feudalism
A good history of the rise of feudalism, in lecture form
Feudal Terms
This simple text site contains a fairly extensive glossary of feudal terms
The Vikings
Here you can find information about the everyday life of the Vikings, as well as their travels and invasions, with maps
The Middle Ages: Feudal Life
Very nice site has articles about various aspects of feudal life, including religion, clothing, arts, and entertainment.
Section 3: The Age of Chivalry
Knighthood, Chivalry & Tournaments Resource Library
Links to resources on medieval history, tournaments, and knighthood highlight this page on chivalry
The English Medieval Castle
Three pages of text and photographs explaining the necessity of castles, as well as the construction techniques and history
The Labyrinth: Resources for Medieval Studies
Links to hundreds of topics as diverse as religious history and music, all pertaining to the Medieval period
Medieval Sourcebook: Southampton Guild Organization, 14th Century
Primary source document outlining the organization and rules of a trading guild
Section 4: The Church Wields Power
Charlemagne's Biography
An extensive biography of Charlemagne, with links to related topics
Charlemagne: King of the Franks
Biography of Charlemagne, links to related topics, and a nice collection of medieval images of Charlemagne
Pope St. Leo III
A biography of Pope Leo III
Pope St. Gregory VII
A biography of Pope Gregory VII
Frederick I
An encyclopedia article about Frederick I, with links to related topics
Chapter 14: The Formation of Western Europe
Section 1: Church Reform and the CrusadesThe Crusades
Well-organized information about the Crusades with brief articles about the people and events involved
Catholic Encyclopedia: Crusades
The official church history of the Crusades
Medieval Sourcebook: The Crusades
Excellent source for studying the Crusades, this site includes information on all aspects of the Crusades, and has the texts of historical documents, including Urban II's letter
St. Francis of Assisi
A detailed biography of St. Francis with hypertext links to related topics
Richard I
A biography of Richard the Lion-Hearted, with links to related topics
Section 2: Trade, Towns, and Financial Revolution
Dante's Divine Comedy
This site contains the text of the Divine Comedy in both English and Italian, as well as many wonderful images from early illuminated versions of the work
geoffreychaucer.org: an annotated guide to online resources
Perhaps the definitive starting point on the Internet for learning about Chaucer's life and work
Saint Thomas Aquinas
Extensive information on the life and work of Thomas Aquinas
Guilds and Commerce
This long, text-only essay contains a good account of guilds and of the development of trade and commerce.
Section 3: England and France Develop
William the Conqueror
A comprehensive look how William, duke of Normandy, conquered England in 1066. Includes links to other Medieval sites.
Section 4: A Century of Turmoil
HWC, The Black Death
Informative site with pages on the origins of the plague through its effects on the art, politics, and culture of Europe
Chapter 15: Societies and Empires of Africa
Section 1: North and Central African SocietiesSub-Saharan Africa Timeline
Time line dating from the first hominids to the defeat of the Songhai in Morocco in 1591
Section 2: West African Empires and Civilizations
Leo Africanus: Description of Timbuktu
Introduction to and history of this once powerful African kingdom
Section 3: Eastern City-States and Southern Empires
Civilizations in Africa: The Swahili Kingdoms
A brief history of the Swahili cultures of Africa
Great Zimbabwe
A brief history of the city of Great Zimbabwe with several photographs of the ruins
700 Years Ago, South Africa
A brief history of Mutoto and the Mutapa Empire
The Travels of Ibn Battuta
Interesting site includes maps of Battuta's travels, extensive descriptions of his journeys, and photographs of many of the locations
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