Written in the clear and lively tone of popular author Bob Fowke, this is ideal for children who want an 'at-a-glance' reference book to the key topic areas of the Victorians. As the title implies, the book provides information on the key people and events of the era, placing them in chronological context. There are approximately 100 entries laid out alphabetically, including the following people and topics: Alexander Graham Bell, Boer War, Crimean War, Charles Dickens, David Livingstone, Florence Nightingale, reform acts, Salvation Army, servants, Tolpuddle Martyrs and Queen Victoria. It is complete with timeline, glossary, further information, index, cartoons, detailed illustrations and maps.
- ISBN10 0340851848
- ISBN13 9780340851845
- Publish Date 13 February 2003
- Publish Status Transferred
- Out of Print 9 December 2006
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Hachette Children's Group
- Imprint Hodder Children's Books
- Format Paperback (B-Format (198x129 mm))
- Pages 128
- Language English