Shaka Zulu

by Richard Spilsbury

Published 1 July 2013
What was life like as leader of the Zulu Kingdom in Africa? Why not let Shaka Zulu tell you about it? You'll read about his triumphant victories and agonizing defeats, as well as learning what day-to-day life was like for the Zulu people. A postscript explains how and what happened after he died.

Geronimo

by Richard Spilsbury

Published 1 July 2013
What was it like to live as a Native American in the Southwest? Why not let Geronimo tell you about it? You'll read about his rise to power, his triumphant successes and devastating defeats in battle, and what general life was like for the Apache Indians. A postscript explains how and what happened after he died.

Ramesses II

by Richard Spilsbury

Published 1 July 2013
What was it like to live in Ancient Egypt? More specifically, what was it like to become Pharaoh of Egypt as a teenager? Why not let Ramesses II tell you about it? You'll read about his accomplishments and failures, as well as what day-to-day life was like for him, his subjects, and his slaves. A postscript explains what happened after he died.

An exciting, first-person, diary/journal approach to historical biographies and (primarily) ancient civilizations. Readers will also be given valuable tips and ideas for writing their own life stories!

Hero Journals

by Nick Hunter

Published 1 July 2013