Why was the Second World War so devastating, and how had the world become so divided into armed camps? How did the war affect people on both sides of the conflict, and why are its consequences still felt today? This book seeks to relate the overall events and chronology of the war and show its impact on everyday lives.
Join Sally Ride on her journey aboard the Space Shuttle! This book examines the extraordinary life of the first female US astronaut in space, from her early life to using a robotic arm in space. Find out about other female astronauts and their achievements. Understand the rigorous training that astronauts undergo and how they prepare for a journey into the unknown.
Join Chris Hadfield living on the International Space Station! This book examines the extraordinary life of one of the most popular astronauts, from his early life to the six months he spent living in space. Discover what the International Space Centre is used for, and how astronauts like Hadfield can live there. Find out about the rigorous training that astronauts undergo and how they prepare for a journey into the unknown.
The mysterious Middle Ages come alive in a pictorial overview of medieval life. Learn about the harsh lives of the peasants, the majestic manor houses of the feudal lords, the tournaments and romance of the royal court, the details of daily life, and many other remarkable aspects of this enigmatic era.
Explore the fascinating world of helicopters, delving into their historical development, the principles of flight, and the various roles they serve in society. This informative guide offers insights into the technology behind these remarkable machines and highlights their importance in fields such as transportation, emergency services, and military operations.
Why did Adolf Hitler encourage attacks on Jews and their property, escalating Nazi Germany's anti-Semitic policies to new levels of brutality? This book looks at a momentous event from the build-up to World War II, showing how one of the world's most infamous leaders took a major step towards the events we now know as the Holocaust.
Like a Viking warrior's muscles, it is bulging with news and features, including headline news, religious news, farming news, food and drink, fashion highlights, arts and entertainment, property, handy hints and even items for sale.
Living in 10th century Norway, you are keen to join other Viking explorers in the search for a new life elsewhere. You will travel vast distances across the ocean in a long ship and face many perils along the way. Do you really want to be a Viking explorer? It'a a dangerous and difficult job.
For Prosecco drinkers everywhere, this delightful little book is packed full of helpful tips for how to store, chill and serve your bottles of liquid gold, as well as numerous ideas for delicious Prosecco cocktails. Within these pages you can also find handy suggestions for other sparkling wines to look out for and ideas for how to add some pizzazz to your table with some unlikely but brilliant recipes for cooking with Prosecco.
Book by Langley, Andrew, Bergin, Mark, Field, James, Donohoe, Bill
