Describes how Britain's 13 colonies in North America became an independent nation, including causes of the War and its result. Includes original documents by politicians, writers, soldiers and ordinary people.
Each book in this series presents a two-part investigation of a major event or significant era in world history. A detailed narrative provides an analysis of the immediate significance of events, and their place in the bigger picture, going on to examine the consequences of these events and their impact both on contemporaries and the generations that have followed. This title looks behind the traditional image of the French Revolution, giving an overview of events from the bankruptcy of the Bourbon monarchy in 1788 to the restoration of the monarchy in 1814. The author examines whether the original principles of the Revolution were upheld, the effects of the Directory and Napoleonic government on the achievements of the Revolution, and the long-term significance for France and for political thought worldwide.
Watch the past come to life in this gripping comic-book tale, The Price of Victory. Travel back in time to the Olympic Games in Ancient Greece and meet Pylades and his brother Kinesias, a champion athlete. From falling statues to sinking boats, join the brothers on their dangerous adventure, as it becomes clear someone wants to murder Kinesias before he can compete. But can they stop the person behind this dastardly assassination plot before the Games begin? Combining the excellent content of DK Readers with the excitement of a graphic novel, these thrilling books use rich, historically accurate settings-such as Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome-as the backdrops for tales of murder, betrayal, and revenge. Reference section provides nonfiction context, including timeline, maps, and glossary.
Watch the past come to life in this gripping comic-book story, Instruments of Death. Travel back in time to Ancient China and meet Shen, a talented zither player taken from his home to play for the great Emperor at court. It's a great honour and a dangerous mission. On his travels, Shen is attacked by pirates and becomes a hero, rescuing friends of the Emperor from certain death - as a reward he's asked to play at a great banquet. But how safe is this new assignment and will Shen or the Emperor live to tell the tale? Combining the excellent content of DK Readers with the excitement of a graphic novel, these thrilling books use rich, historically accurate settings-such as Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome-as the backdrops for tales of murder, betrayal, and revenge Reference section provides nonfiction context, including timeline, maps, and glossary.
This volume tells the story of a young Jewish girl who flees to England from Nazi Germany, and her struggle not only to forget the persecution she suffered in her previous life, but also to fit in with her new, very different world.
Presents full-color illustrated photographs and drawings depicting ancient Egyptian civilization, and examines ancient ruins, works of art, and what life was life in ancient Egypt.
Analyses the events of the 1917 revolution in Russia, from its roots in the Russian empire of the late nineteenth century through to the revolutionary years of 1917-24 and beyond. Considers the legacy for the Soviet Union, right up to the fall of communism in 1989-91, and surveys the revolution's influence on the twentieth-century world. Suggested level: secondary.
The Stewarts probably had more impact on British history than any other single family. As medieval barons, monarchs and pretenders to the thrones they had lost, they featured prominently in the island's government, politics, arts and society for over 600 years. This book offers a full-length history of that illustrious family for over a century. The long gallery of Stewarts is presented with wit, sympathy and colour, giving emphasis to their passionate sexuality and sinister propensity for depression. The result is a story starring a startling collage of unforgettable personalities.
Presents an introduction to the study of World War I, discussing how to research basic facts, find a topic, evaluate sources, use tangible evidence, and write a presentation.
Twelve fascinating tales about the adventurers who travelled all over the globe, finding new plants and the amazing things they produce. Join Joseph Banks as he gets stranded on the Australian Great Barrier Reef whilst searching for new botanical specimens. Battle with the Mexican Emperor Montezuma against the invading Hernando Cortes - and watch as Cortes introduces chocolate to the rest of the world! Struggle with other travellers as they fight starvation, bears, strange diseases and tropical storms. Exciting, witty and wacky, these true-life tales span centuries and the globe, feature famous historical figures such as Captain Bligh, Darwin and Columbus and put the origins of 'everyday' plants into perspective.
Grace is determined to stay in London with her mother. But when their Battersea home is bombed during an air raid, Grace agrees to evacuate and stay with her mysterious aunt—for her mom's sake. The trouble is she misses her mom too much! This story will help readers better understand what Londoners went through during World War II.
Examines the history, people, city-states, government, social structure, home and school life, clothing, meals, sports and games, religion, and daily activities of ancient Greece.
From Israel's foundation to the Iranian Revolution to the fall of Saddam Hussein, Teach Yourself the Middle East Since 1945 explores the background of this complicated area. Key events that led to the current situation in the Middle East are discussed in layperson's language, giving you valuable insight into this important region.The Teach Yourself History series present all the facts and dates in a dynamic format that enables you to experience and understand the great historic events that shaped, and continue to influence, our world.
The United Nations (UN) is an association of countries that works for peace, human rights, and better, healthier lives for all people. This book looks at how the UN works and at how well it has achieved its aims.
Published in association with the Imperial War Museum, this series uses primary source evidence such as diaries, posters, newspaper cuttings and oral accounts to portray life on the Home Front.
Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the Slave Trade Act, this collection of eleven stories follows the lives of slaves of every kind around the world. Join African Queen Jinga as she unites the tribes of Ndongo against the invading Portuguese. Watch John Blanke as he becomes the first black trumpeter to play for the King Henry VIII. Meet Harriet Tubman as she helps escaped slaves flee along the Underground Railroad to freedom. Moving, exciting and often funny, these true stories span centuries and the globe, feature famous historical figures such as William Wilberforce and Catherine of Aragon and remind us all of the true horrors of slavery in all its forms.
This volume tells the story of the revolution that created the modern, industrial world in which we live today, charting the move of industrialisation from 1850 in Western Europe and the USA, right up to the end of the 19th century when it reached Russia and Japan.
Watch the past come to life in this gripping comic-book tale, The Terror Trail. Travel back in time to Ancient Rome and meet Publius and Sabina as they're stolen from their injured father and sold into slavery. Follow their dangerous adventure as brother and sister escape the clutches of their owners, only to be captured and sold again as arena slaves in the Colosseum. Will they survive long enough to rescue their father and find freedom? Combining the excellent content of DK Readers with the excitement of a graphic novel, these thrilling books use rich, historically accurate settings-such as Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome-as the backdrops for tales of murder, betrayal, and revenge. Reference section provides nonfiction context, including timeline, maps, and glossary.
In each book in this series, the author tells the tale of a big event in history, capturing the excitement and action in a narrative account based on the facts as we know them today. The text is broken up by witty line illustrations.
Anne Boleyn is prettiest of all ladies-in-waiting at the court of King Henry VIII. It isn't long before she catches the eye of the King, he is bored and unfulfilled by his marriage and with no heir apparent, he is casting his net wide. Anne is in love and cannot see why she would do well to "beware the king.
Pearl Harbor tells the story of how the American naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii became the target of a surprise attack by the Japanese in December 1941.
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