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Using OXFAM's bank of photographs and its detailed specialist knowledge, the "WorldFocus" series provides an authentic portrait of what life is really like for people living in the countries covered. Each book has a country profile, an in-depth study of a typical locality, case studies of real people showing how they spend their time, what their jobs are and the challenges they face. This pack of four titles South Africa, Ethiopia and Jamaica. what their jobs are and the challenges they face.

Ever since Howard Carter uncovered King Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the young pharaoh has become a symbol of the wealth and mystery of ancient Egypt. Now, a two-and-a-half-year-long museum exhibit of Tut’s treasures is touring major cities in the U.S., drawing record crowds. This Who Was . . . ? is complete with 100 black-andwhite illustrations and explains the life and times of this ancient Egyptian ruler, covering the story of the tomb’s discovery, as well as myths and so-called mummy curses.

Explores the history, environment, geography, people, and culture of ancient Egypt.

The Early Civilizations subseries of the Sna pping-Turtle Guides presents children with an imaginative an d enjoyable introduction to each of the world''s ancient civi lisations. '

Each book in Great Civilisations approaches its subject through a scene-setting spread Who/where were the...then introduces the achievements of the chosen civilisation through 12 structures or objects, each of which illustrates a key aspect or theme. Writing, architecture, industry, warfare, transport and learning are all covered in the same simple, colourful and engaging way. Fact boxes and panels present incidental information and point the reader to the importance of parallel developments in...

Benin was an important kingdom in West Africa in the 15th and 16th centuries. Find out about Benin's magnificent capital city, the objects that Benin traded with Europe and their intricate bronze plaques and statues. Read about food and farming, armies and weapons, the life of a craftsman and how to make a leopard statue! Packed with fascinating information, the Explore! series inspires children's curiosity to find out more about the past. A great tool for readers age 8+ or teachers lo...

This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. Archaeologists have traced the long history of the people of Nigeria back 2000 years. This new book details its people from the early powerful kingdoms to enslavement and colonisation by the Europeans to independence. Candid photographs help show what life is like today at home, at school, in the workplace, and in the cities and villages. The topics include: a journey through time; home to many people; village and city life; a variety of homes; fo...