Building History
1 primary work • 8 total works
Book 3
The 'Building History' series takes a step-by-step look at how great buildings of the past were constructed. It introduces the people who created them and explores their knowledge, beliefs and culture to build up a picture of life at the time.
This book explores the impact of Tudor theatres in London. Using detailed illustrations and an entertaining text, it looks at why the permanent theatres were built, how they were built, who put on the plays and who went to watch them. Exploring these topics, readers will build up a picture of life in Tudor times; of people's social activities, their choice of entertainment and their changing beliefs and customs.
This series delves into ancient civilizations by taking a look at how their cities were built. Ages 8-10 years.
Looks at a variety of villas across the Roman Empire. This book uses illustrations and an informative text to explore how a villa was built, who built it, and what life in a villa was like. It also gives a sense of how these things changed over time. It is suitable for ages 8 to 11.
Gillian Clements uncovers the construction of a top-secret World War II bunker using accurate colour illustrations created with reference to original photographs, maps and other historical evidence.
"Describes medieval times and the uses of medieval castles, how they were built, and who lived in them"--Provided by publisher.