An original and exciting guide to the grim challenge of life or death on the Western Front. Devastating firsthand reports and contemporary photographs of the battles that slaughtered millions, together with a clear account of how nation upon nation sent their men to join the carnage, combine to present a dramatic "eyewitness" view of this most ...
This resource intended both for project work and for school libraries supports the National Curriculum History Key Stage 2. The integration of words and pictures enables readers of different abilities to access information about the most important battles and events of World War II.
A family reference book on the ship, the Titanic so that the individual themes of each spread make up a complete visual story and a self-contained module of information. The photographs of actual objects are viewed in real-life close detail.
A travel guide to London which highlights a river cruise on the Thames to see London's skyline; a visit to the Tower of London to see the Imperial State Crown worn by the Queen; the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace and the lion statues in Trafalgar Square.
The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures. "Soldier" introduces readers to soldiers throughout the ages, from medieval knights to modern troops.
Eyewitness Texas explains the state's Spanish past, how ranching and the discovery of oil changed life in the territory, who Sam Houston and Stephen F. Austin were, and much, much more.
This new series for older children contain Forewords by experts in their fields, chapter summaries, additional bibliographic information, and much more. In this title, readers learn about life inside the world's many types of fortifications. Full color.
Featuring seventeen beautiful hand-illustrated maps and packed with eye-opening information about ancient civilizations and peoples, this is an unbeatable pictorial guide to what the world was like between 10,000 B.C. and A.D. 1000. Each stunning map shows the major sites from a particular civilization or group of civilizations, with their cities, ...
Explore the Earth's core and witness the dramatic eruptions of volcanoes with this enthralling introduction to one of the planet's mightiest forces. Spectacular, full-color cutaway illustrations and lively, informative text will enthrall young scientists.
Packed with full-color photographs of real artifacts, tools, and art from around the globe, as well as detailed illustrations of the people who lived in each era, this visual chronology of world history is an excellent tool for stirring interest in young readers.
This book is a scholarly edition of the Earl of Leicester's two surviving household accounts (from 1558 to 1561), and the fragments of his disbursement books (from 1584 to 1586). It also contains an appendix of surviving lists of household accounts in the British Isles. Robert Dudley, the first Earl of Leicester, was a leading figure at the court ...
With 16 exquisite maps showing what the world was like from A.D. 500 to 1450, this book is sure to feed children's fascination with knights, castles, Vikings, Crusades, the Aztecs, and the Incas. Full color.
Beautiful hand-illustrated maps bring the story of human civilization up to date, examining the world from 1800 to the present day. Circling the globe, this atlas features amazing tales of trade, war, innovation, and conquest. Each map focuses on a major region, exploring the conflicts, changes, and social movements that took place during a ...
The Kingfisher Atlas of Exploration & Empires is an exciting pictorial guide to the world in A.D. 1450-1800, the great age of conquest. Seventeen beautiful handillustrated maps present the story of human civilization from continent to continent, featuring amazing tales of trade, war, innovation, and exploration. This atlas is a great reference ...
A fascinating way to learn about the road to the White House and American politics. Contains detailed timelines of important historical events in each Presidential term. Appealing full-color illustrations throughout complement concise, detailed text. An intriguing look at Vice-Presidents, First Ladies,
Combining the latest political and cultural information with state-of-the-art cartographic techniques, this world atlas is a complete reference for home or school. Includes large full-color maps and photos and information about each country, its people, and its culture. Illustrations.
History comes alive in the tales of bloody battles and the ingenious inventions that continue to influence our lives today. This eye-opening book will serve as an unbeatable guide to Ancient Rome -- from its legendary origins to the eventual decline of the empire.
Throughout history, people have sought to understand the world around them and to find ways of making their lives and their work easier and more comfortable. This book brings together four key areas of human knowledge and traces the history and development of each one in turn. "World Religions" looks at how different spiritual beliefs have evolved ...
From Israel and Palestine to Central America, this insightful series provides an overview of some of the most volatile flashpoints around the world, helping readers see the human toll and make sense of the history behind the headlines.
What have the events of 9/11 to do with Afghanistan, Bosnia, Palestine, Northern Ireland and other political hot spots around the globe? In All the Troubles, Simon Adams explains, in 26 concise essays, the underlying history and politics of the new world order. He shows how the violence is neither random nor a simplistic case of good versus evil ...
Read all about the great explorers - Columbus, Cheng Ho, Cabot and Captain Cook. Discover why the Vikings sailed to North America, and which Egyptian Queen led an expedition up the River Nile. This title features specially commissioned maps that show the journeys of some famous adventurers and discoverers. It contains more than 200 commissioned ...
Divided into four sections, the encyclopedia covers ancient civilizations, ancient weapons and warfare, prehistoric peoples, and exploration and discovery. The result is a broad overview of life in ancient times, moving on to exploration of the world through the centuries.
Learn about the gods, faiths and festivals of the world's religions, from the beginning of civilization to the present day. This accessible and informative reference book provides a valuable insight into all the major religions, explaining the background to each one, their key beliefs and principles, and their sacred texts and religious ...
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