Tudor Exploration

by Peter Hepplewhite

Published 1 September 2005
Why did the Tudors want to explore the world? What was life like on board a tudor ship? How has Tudor exploration affected our lives today? Discover the answers to these and many other fascinating questions by reading this great new title from "The History Detective Investigates" series. Follow Sherlock Bones on the detective trail as you find out about everything from Francis Drake to Tudor ships, from ship's biscuits to settlers in the new World. "The History Detective Investigates: Tudor Exploration" will show you how to find out more about the past and will help you start a history project of your own.

Tudor War

by Peter Hepplewhite

Published 15 August 2002
With the help of canine history detective Sherlock Bones, this book starts with a look at how the Tudors won the throne of England and then explains all about the military and wars in Tudor times. Topics covered include how people became soldiers, what weapons were used and what it was like to fight in a major conflict such as the Battle of Flodden. The navy and life for sailors is also investigated, with details on Sir Francis Drake and the Spanish Armada. Full of fascinating information, the book presents the reader with stimulating questions and prompts to help them compile their own project. Logically presented with clear photos, this book contains colour artwork, glossary and index.

Discover the answers to fascinating questions in these new titles from the History Detective Investigates series. Follow Sherlock Bones on the detective trail and find out more about the past and start a history project of your own.