Ancient Egypt is one of the world's most iconic civilizations, known for its awe-inspiring achievements and innovations.

Scans of mummies at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History uncovered new details about how they were prepared for the afterlife and helped solve a baffling mystery.

When a volcanic eruption buried the ancient city of Pompeii, the last desperate moments of its citizens were preserved for centuries.

"Imaginary Books," an upcoming show at New York's Grolier Club takes a counterfactual tour around the literary universe.