Anne Frank's diary telling the story of her years in hiding from the Nazis has affected millions of people. But what was she like as a small girl, at home with her family and friends; at play and at school? And how did an ordinary little girl come to live such an extraordinary and tragically short life? In the first half of the book we meet Anne as a small child growing up with her family in Ge…
The mysterious Middle Ages come alive in a pictorial overview of medieval life. Learn about the harsh lives of the peasants, the majestic manor houses of the feudal lords, the tournaments and romance of the royal court, the details of daily life, and many other remarkable aspects of this enigmatic era.
This book is suitable for ages 9-14. From early Druid ceremonies to the mop-top Beatles, English culture has been vibrant and influential. Beautiful full-colour photos trace England's contributions to world culture, such as the development of the English language, the works of William Shakespeare, and the founding of the Church of England. The other topics include: Sir Laurence Olivier, Dame Ju…
Two unlikely heroes rescue hundreds of men wounded in war in a poignant picture book based on a true tale of World War I. When Jack Simpson was a boy in England, he loved leading donkeys along the beach for a penny a ride. So when he enlists as a stretcher bearer in World War I, his gentle way with those animals soon leads him to his calling. Braving bullets and bombs on the battlefields of …
An informative, extensively illustrated history of archaeology examines the outstanding achievements of major archaeologists and significant discoveries throughout the world.
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Surveys prehistoric life from the earliest stirrings of simple organisms to complex life forms, including reptiles and early humans.