How do we know about the people who journeyed on the Mayflower? It includes information on some historical detective work that has taken place, using documentary and archaeological evidence, that has enabled historians to piece together the fascinating story of the Mayflower.
It includes information on some historical detective work that has taken place, using documentary, archaeological, and oral evidence, that has enabled historians to piece together the fascinating story of those who provided top secret information known as Ultra and Magic.
A series of four books that will examine different aspects of Roman Life and how the era of the Roman Empire influenced present-day life in Britain and the rest of the world.
A series of four books that will examine different aspects of Roman Life and how the era of the Roman Empire influenced present day life in Britain and the rest of the world.
How did Winston Churchill inspire Britain and its Empire in the dark days of 1940, when defeat in World War II seemed imminent, and how did that lead to victory in the Battle of Britain? This book looks at a momentous event from World War II, showing how one of the world's most famous leaders chose to follow a particular course of action.
Tudor Life examines how the Tudors shaped the history of Britain, by looking at themes in ordinary life: clothes, work, homes and entertainment.
Poverty is an outrage against humanity. All around the world - in both wealthy and less economically developed countries - there are charities trying to improve the lives those in poverty. This book looks at the efforts of charity workers and volunteers, with exciting stories and case studies, and gives advice on how readers can get involved.
'Lost Cities' examines the search for lost cities and the important artefacts within them that can offer us an extraordinary window on to the past. Cities covered in the book include Pompeii, Troy, the desert city of Ubar, and the Inca city of Machu Picchu.
The books in this series examine different aspects of Viking Life and how the era of the Vikings influenced life in Britain and the rest of the world.
