Medieval Life (Eyewitness Books (Knopf Hardcover)) (DK Eyewitness Books)
by Andrew Langley
Explores the civilization of the Vikings, discussing their epic voyages, festivals, and daily lives.
"A simple introduction to the Central Asian warriors known as Mongols, including their history, lifestyle, weapons, and how they remain a part of today's culture through their descendants"--Provided by publisher.
Popular Politics in an Aristocratic Republic (The Body in the City)
Popular Politics in an Aristocratic Republic explores the different aspects of political actions and experiences in late medieval and early modern Venice. The book challenges the idea that the city of Venice knew no political conflict and social contestation during the medieval and early modern periods. By examining popular politics in Venice as a range of acts of contestation and of constructive popular political participation, it contributes to the broader debate about premodern politics. The...
You Wouldn't Want to Be Joan of Arc! (You Wouldn't Want to)
by Fiona MacDonald
Presents an overview of culture and society during the Middle Ages.
Turning Points in History: 1066 - A Decisive Battle (Cased) (Turning Points in History)
by Richard Tames
Designed to tie in with the National Curriculum, this study of the Battle of Hastings is one of a series examining major historical watersheds. The book recounts the chain of events leading up to the battle, and the repurcussions, both immediate and long-term. It also discusses the concept of an historical turning point, assessing in what way this really was one. Interpretations throughout aim to show how history is informed by a complicated web of divergent views.
A biography of John Cabot. As well as providing a full life story and analysis of his work, it places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book includes quotes and writings from newspapers and journals of the time; a look at the ongoing impact of his work; and information about his rivals and the men and women who affected his life and work.
A biography of Marco Polo. As well as providing a full life story and analysis of his work, it places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book includes quotes and writings from newspapers and journals of the time; a look at the ongoing impact of his work; and information about his rivals and the men and women who affected his life and work.
Groundbreakers Christopher Columbus Paperback (Groundbreakers)
by Struan Reid
An exploration of the life and achievements of Christopher Columbus. As well as providing a full life story and analysis of his work, the author places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The title is part of a series examining the lives and achievements of important inventors and pioneers. Each volume includes: a biography illustrated with colour maps and photographs; a look at the ongoing impact of the subject's work; quotes and writi...
A perfect introduction to the story of the British monarchy for readers aged eight and over, including special features on Welsh and Scottish monarchs and a chronicle of important events around the world that occured during each monarch’s reign. Starting with the Saxon kings of the fifth century, the book travels chronologically through history exploring the achievements of consecutive monarchs, from King John’s signing of Magna Carta in 1215 to Elizabeth II’s stabilizing role as head...
The Crusades Reference Library (Crusades Reference Library)
by J Sydney Jones
Examines the growth of Islam during the first thousand years after the time of Muhammad, discussing the effect of this religion on the lives of its followers and on their science and technology up to the end of the sixteenth century.
Avoid Being Leonardo Da Vinci! (The Danger Zone)
by Jacqueline Morley
Leonardo da Vinci was a great inventor, military engineer, scientist, botanist and mathematician, as well as an accomplished painter and sculptor. In this Danger Zone title, readers will learn all about the life of the man who painted the most famous picture in the world, who designed the first-ever flying machine and who spent ten years making a seven-metre tall horse! History, science and art come alive in this journey into what it would have been like to be Leonardo Da Vinci, the Renaissance...