What ingenious ideas and inventions came from the Kingdom of Benin? What did the people of the Kingdom of Benin develop that we still use today? Discover how a collection of distinct communities and villages evolved into a powerful, united kingdom and developed a network of successful trade relationships. Learn about the brilliant developments in urban planning, language, art, and medicine that have influenced our way of life today.

The Genius Of series helps children aged 9 and up explore the major discoveries, inventions, influences, and legacies of significant periods in history. The titles in the 8-book series examine the genius of: the ancient Egyptians, ancient Greeks, Anglo-Saxons, the Kingdom of Benin, the Maya, the Romans, the Stone, Bronze, and Iron Ages, and the Vikings.

Pages: 32, Year of Publication: 0114, Dimensions: 19.4x19.4cm