v. 1. The Ancient Orient The Nile The Greek sphere Romans and barbarians The Roman Catholic Church The Dark Ages : feudal power Knighthood in flower : XII century Feudal lords and kings : XIII century The rising bourgeoisie : XIV century The Renaissance begins : XV century Culture moves north : XVI century v. 2. Culture moves north : XVI century (cont'd) The world widens : XVII century The revolt of minds and men : XVII century The mills rise : XIX century