David West Books

The Story of Trees takes the reader on a visual journey from some of the earliest known tree species on our planet to the latest fruit cultivars. The chosen trees have all had a profound effect on the planet and humankind. Starting with the Ginkgo biloba, fossils of which date back 270 million years, we learn about how trees came to be integral to the development of our species, and how specific trees have become important religious, political, and cultural symbols. With beautiful illustrations by Thibaud Herem and fascinating botanical facts and figures, this book will appeal to tree lovers from all over the world.

Updated edition of Shakespeare?'s Sonnets, with a brand new introduction by Stephen Orgel.

"In twelve beautifully crafted scenes discover a world where a new type of creature appears. It is the beginning of the age of the dinosaurs in a world where reptiles rule. Alongside these new creatures are ferocious archosaurs, dolphin-like swimming reptiles, and even some that have taken to the air." -- Page [4] of cover.

Formerly published by David West Children's Books, London (2014).

Explore the evolution of maritime technology from the 15th century to the present, showcasing an array of civilian and military vessels. Each ship is highlighted with stunning color photographs, complemented by accessible text and themed icons that provide detailed facts. This format encourages layered reading experiences, making it suitable for both casual readers and those seeking in-depth knowledge about these remarkable floating machines.

Professor Pete, a likeable Chibi character, introduces us to lots of different prehistoric animals in a friendly way perfect for the young dinosaur fanatic

How much do you really know about medieval knights? What happened to a captured knight? Who was the greatest knight? Each page in this series presents a large full-color illustration and simple paragraph containing fun facts about gear, historical figures, and day-to-day life that encourage kids to explore this high-interest topic in more detail. Readers can dip in at random or read from cover to cover. New vocabulary is bolded and defined in a glossary.

"This dynamic series takes readers into the thrilling and frightening world of prehistoric Earth. This volume, focused on the time period before dinosaurs lived, is filled with lush, vivid illustrations that portray the ocean life and the gigantic insects that roamed the earth at that time, accompanied by a lively and informative narrative. Special features include timelines, labeled illustrations, and scaled illustrations."

Introduces the dinosaurs that inhabited the Earth during the Cretaceous era, including concavenator, deinonychus, and parasaurolophus.

The third book of Horace's Odes, published in 23 BC, showcases the poet's mastery of Latin lyricism. This edition features the original Latin text alongside a fresh translation by David West that captures the essence of Horace's work. Additionally, a comprehensive commentary is included, designed to assist students of Latin literature and Roman history, making it accessible even for those unfamiliar with the language.