Be an eyewitness to the unbelievable riches of the pharoah's court and to everything Egyptian, from amazing jewels to tools and from toys to immortal mummies. See the mummies of priests and kings; find out why even ca

Contains two books, of which the first book reveals the brutal facts about how Brittannia ruled the waves - from infamous antics in India to dreadful deeds done down under. The second book describes what life was

The Ancient World is the perfect subject for Stephen Biesty's illustrations - beautifully constructed, technologically advanced, and teeming with life. There are cross-sections, cut-aways and explosions, authoritative an

Takes the reader on a journey, from Ancient England and the Romans to Victoria's reign and Dickens' own lifetime. This book offers a reminder of the English history we ought to know: who was Hereward the Wake, how was it that

Discover the exciting history of a city on a journey over 2,500 years long. From Greek colonies to the skyscrapers in a modern metropolis, visit cities from every era. Meet wandering troubadours entertaining a count in the cas

Quint is travelling with his father, Wind Jackal, on a mission to track down and bring to justice Turbot Smeal, the man who started the fire that killed their family. But Wind Jackal is consumed by his desire to cap

Pitched at the 9-12-year-old, this illustrated tour-de-force presents various aspects of Greek life such as domestic life, religion and the gods, and more. It features an array of cross-sections, cutaways, and explosions. Each

"The Groovy Greeks" is full of fab facts about the hip and happening Greeks - who hung out all over 2000 years ago. This book tells you who had the world's first flushing toilet and why dedicated doctors tasted t

Julius Caesar is famous for: conquering loads of countries; going out with Queen Cleopatra; having some back-stabbing chums. This book tells some facts about him such as that Caesar was once captured by pirates; had

The history of Britain from its early days until the 1950s is described here, largely in pictures. Clarke Hutton has traced with humour and inspiration, the significant events throughout the ages. His glorious illust

Part of the "Horrible Histories" series, this book aims to reveal the truth behind the lousy pirate legends and lies. It shows why the women pirates were just as wicked as the men, and helps them learn t

Follows the story of a townhouse at the centre of Pompeii, a famous Roman city. Beginning in the 6th century BCE, a simple hut becomes a farmhouse, and gradually the farmhouse is swallowed up by the expanding new city. The

A guide to popular topics of modern history.

The story of the only rock we eat, including its origin, the other discoveries made because of it, and tales of salt and the people who have been involved with it through the ages.

A 12,000-year visual journey from the Stone Age to the late 20th century. As the development of the street is traced, the reader will be able to see buildings that have since been buried, wooden bridges remade in stone, dirt t

Uncover the secrets and treasures of Ancient Egypt in this ingenious interactive book, packed with pop-ups, pull-tabs, flaps and cross sections. Ages 8-13.

Packed with frightening facts about the vile Viking invaders and their Saxon enemies, this book takes a look at history - with the nasty bits left in.

Talks about a real-life adventure with historical facts about Scotland's legendary hero, Sir William Wallace. This title helps you learn how to tell the difference between Wallace facts and Wallace nonsense; discover why Wal

From the 1830s, Australia rode on the sheep's back, earning wealth by selling wool overseas. These were the days of sheep stations the size of Scdotland, horse teamsters and cameleers, clipper-ship captains racing to overseas

Among all those legendary bushrangers, stoic explorers, genius inventors and upstanding politicians in Australian history, surely there must be some LOSERS in the pack. YOU'RE HISTORY, MATE! has found them all. From the explorer who c