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History & the past: general interest (Children's / Teenage)

paperback. Helps you discover the inventions that helped in shaping the world that we know. In this book, each profile explores key inventions in depth, while gallery spreads bring together the major inventions in a particular area. Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AH; YNH; YNT. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 283 x 217 x 15. Weight in Grams: 774.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Condition
New
SKU
9781409340980
ISBN
9781409340980
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.34

Paperback. Have you ever wondered who invented Lego, Mr Potato Head, or toy trains? This book presents fascinating stories behind these toy inventions and many others. It shows you why the see-saw was popular with the Romans, how the Slinky was used during the Vietnam War, and the reason Raggedy Ann has a red heart on her chest that says "I love you." Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: YNH; YNV. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 197 x 131 x 15. Weight in Grams: 168.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Palgrave USA United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781250034090
ISBN
9781250034090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 11.84

Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, , black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP1; YNH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 203 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 290.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Peter E. Randall Publisher
Edition
First Paperback Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781937721107
ISBN
9781937721107
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 15.90

Paperback. The Taj may look like a palace but it's actually a tomb and a lasting testament to one of the world's great love stories. In 1612, Mogul emperor Shah Jahan married Mumtaz Mahal. When she died suddenly giving birth to their fourteenth child, the emperor set about building a magnificent memorial to his wife. Illustrator(s): Groff, David; Hinderliter, John. Num Pages: 112 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKA; YNH; YNM. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 136 x 193 x 14. Weight in Grams: 128.
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780399542145
ISBN
9780399542145
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 8.00

Paperback. In this informative account, Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler tell the story of the powerful pharaohs who commissioned the pyramids at Giza and offer a fascinating look at the culture of the afterlife in ancient Egypt, explaining exactly how mummies were made. Num Pages: 112 pages, full colour fold out map. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; YNH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 193 x 134 x 6. Weight in Grams: 113.
Publisher
Grosset and Dunlap United States
Number of pages
112
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780448484099
ISBN
9780448484099
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.03

Gold-winning US gymnast and Olympic All-Around champion Gabrielle Douglas tells her personal story of faith, perseverance, and determination, demonstrating you can reach your dreams if you let yourself soar. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: YNH; YNWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 400.
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Zondervan United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780310740612
ISBN
9780310740612
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 24.37

Hardcover. Explore the history of sorcery through the ages, from the spirit worship of ancient civilizations to the spells and potions of present-day witches. Lots of magical things to make and do, including a spell bag, a shaman's mask and some spooky Halloween food! Num Pages: 64 pages, Over 340 pictures. BIC Classification: YNH; YNM; YNXW. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 282 x 216. .
Publisher
Armadillo
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861477316
ISBN
9781861477316
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.03

Hardcover. Egyptology is Emily Sands' lavish 1926 scrapbook journal of a lost expedition. Full of novelties and recreations, such as a piece of mummy cloth, a booklet on hieroglyphs and a working board game , the book brims with beautiful art and fascinating facts about Ancient Egypt, and a has a final magnificent novelty in the back case. Num Pages: 30 pages, Illustrations (some col.), col. map, col. ports. BIC Classification: 1HBE; YFC; YNH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 312 x 265 x 21. Weight in Grams: 952.
Publisher
Templar Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
SKU
V9781840118520
ISBN
9781840118520
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.66

Paperback. Num Pages: 195 pages. BIC Classification: 3JJH; YFY; YNH; YNJ. Category: (ES) Secondary. Dimension: 199 x 130 x 21. Weight in Grams: 170.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Candy Jar Books
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780993519222
ISBN
9780993519222
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.99
€ 9.18

Hardcover. Num Pages: 126 pages, 35 illus & 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; YNH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 236 x 14. Weight in Grams: 454.
Publisher
Cornell Maritime Pr/Tidewater Pub
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780870335358
ISBN
9780870335358
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 18.28

Hardcover. Num Pages: 172 pages, 42 illus & 2 maps. BIC Classification: YNH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 492.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Cornell Maritime Pr/Tidewater Pub
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9780870335204
ISBN
9780870335204
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 18.28

Paperback. Series: National Geographic Readers. Num Pages: 32 pages, 20 full-colour photographs. BIC Classification: YNH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 156 x 229 x 4. Weight in Grams: 83.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
National Geographic Kids United States
Number of pages
32
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781426305283
ISBN
9781426305283
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.15

Paperback. As well as illustrations, this new edition includes photographs of Mary Queen of Scots-related objects from the collections of National Museums Scotland. It also has a photocopiable 8-page activity section with games, puzzles and drawings for colouring in - suitable for home or classroom use. Series: Scotties. Num Pages: 48 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.), ports. (cheifly col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKS; 3JB; 5AH; YNH. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 238 x 191 x 6. Weight in Grams: 202.
Publisher
NMSE - Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
48
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
New Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905267262
ISBN
9781905267262
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.39

Paperback. Ranging from the wrath of Macbeth to the kindness of Margaret, from the warrior-like Robert I to the poetic charms of James I, and from the romantic spirit of Mary, Queen of Scots to the trend-setting George IV, this book includes the tales of Kings and Queens of Scotland. Series: Scotties. Num Pages: 48 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; 5AH; YNH. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 237 x 191 x 5. Weight in Grams: 202.
Publisher
NMSE - Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
48
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905267422
ISBN
9781905267422
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.39

Paperback. A study of a Tudor farmhouse. There are photographs showing children exploring a genuine Tudor farmhouse, where they handle artefacts and reproductions of historical objects such as clothing and cooking utensils. The text should be suitable for National Curriculum History at Key Stage 2. Series: What Happened Here. Num Pages: 32 pages, colour photos, artwork. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JB; 4KHJ; YNH; YQH. Category: (EJ) Primary; (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 245 x 181 x 4. Weight in Grams: 126.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
32
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713662801
ISBN
9780713662801
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.92

Hardcover. Num Pages: 40 pages, 1. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3JJG; YNH. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 190 x 237 x 10. Weight in Grams: 348.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Tundra Books Canada
Number of pages
40
Condition
New
SKU
V9781770493834
ISBN
9781770493834
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 19.34

Paperback. Num Pages: 144 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AK; YNH; YNL. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 218 x 279 x 12. Weight in Grams: 482.
Publisher
Chicago Review Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781613749975
ISBN
9781613749975
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 18.96

Paperback. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: YNH; YNM. Dimension: 215 x 279. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Chicago Review Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781613731222
ISBN
9781613731222
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.11

Hardback. An in-depth look at the history of Egypt's empire, from its roots to its heights in 15th century BCE and its gradual decline. Series: Great Empires. Num Pages: 48 pages. BIC Classification: 1QD; 1QDAE; 3D; 5AK; YNH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 193 x 243 x 10. Weight in Grams: 354.
Publisher
Hachette Children´s Group
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750296625
ISBN
9780750296625
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 14.29

Hardback. Throughout world history, civilizations have emerged that have been strong enough militarily, economically, and culturally to extend their power over other nations and become empires. Great Empires looks at some of the most significant of these imperial powers and what motivated them. Series: Great Empires. Num Pages: 48 pages. BIC Classification: 1FKA; 1QD; 4KHJ; 4KHN; YNH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 193 x 242 x 11. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Hachette Children´s Group
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750296632
ISBN
9780750296632
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 14.29

Paperback. .
Publisher
World Wisdom Books United States
Number of pages
184
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781937786106
ISBN
9781937786106
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.59

Paperback. Illustrator(s): McNee, Ian. Num Pages: 42 pages, full colour throughout. BIC Classification: 5AH; YBGS; YNH. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 219 x 302 x 5. Weight in Grams: 276.
Publisher
Usborne Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781474903783
ISBN
9781474903783
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.47

Hardback. This simple information book charts the history of Iron Age people and how they lived, including their farming methods, the gods they prayed to and the hill forts where they lived - evidence of which can still be seen today. Full of facts, illustrations and photographs of historical artefacts. Illustrator(s): King, Colin. Series: Beginners. Num Pages: 32 pages. BIC Classification: 3B; 5AD; YNH. Category: (JN) Preschool (0-5). Dimension: 212 x 158 x 9. Weight in Grams: 172.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Usborne Publishing Ltd
Condition
New
SKU
V9781409586425
ISBN
9781409586425
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 7.94

Hardback. Gloriously illustrated, this gift book retelling of the Great Fire is a dazzling and haunting introduction to an important part of English history. Illustrator(s): Lewis, James Weston. Editor(s): Osborne, Fiz. Num Pages: 48 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 3JD; 4KHJ; 5AH; YNH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 270 x 295 x 12. Weight in Grams: 518.
Publisher
Hachette Children´s Group
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
350th
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750298209
ISBN
9780750298209
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

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