This entry is for the author Brian Williams. Further information regarding the author's work can be found in other profiles.
The Victorians transformed the way Britain celebrated Christmas in the 19th century and we continue with their traditions today. The Victorians that really centred Christmas round the family, with the eating of a Christmas dinner together, giving gifts and playing games. All these things have become central to a British Christmas Day.
Do you know where elephants live? Or where a koala makes its home? Travel around the world and meet all sorts of creatures in their natural habitats. Children will love to search for the spider hidden on every spread!
Germany, led by Adolf Hitler, has invaded Poland. But from the depths of despair rose some very courageous, selfless individuals, such as Oskar Schindler, Raoul Wallenberg and Hannah Senesh, who risked their lives for the sakes of others in need, often for no gain and with no recognition. Here are some of their incredible stories...
Germany, led by Adolf Hitler, has invaded Poland. But from the depths of despair rose some very courageous, selfless individuals, such as Sophie Scholl, Violette Szabo and Raymond Aubrac, who risked their lives for the sakes of others in need, often for no gain and with no recognition. Here are some of their incredible stories...
Discover the inspiring story of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history, in this fascinating kids' biography. At just 25 years of age, Princess Elizabeth succeeded King George VI to the British throne. This compelling book looks at Elizabeth's life, both as a public and private figure. It traces her early years as a princess, her experiences in the women's army during World War II, her coronation, her life as Queen both at home and in the public eye, her death at Balmoral and the events of her funeral. Learn how Elizabeth worked alongside 15 British prime ministers, met leaders from around the world, and remained a stable presence as head of the British royal family. DK Life Stories goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most inspiring people. Full-colour photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement age-appropriate, narrative text. Definition boxes, information sidebars, and inspiring quotes add depth, while a handy reference section at the back makes DK Life Stories the one biography series everyone will want to collect.
In this retelling of the Andersen tale, which also introduces the numbers one to ten and basic addition and subtraction, a queen uses nine golden peas to tell whether each of the girls her three sons hope to marry is a true princess.
Part of the "History of Britain" series, this is an account of Britain in the time of the Saxons and Vikings, including sections on the invasion and colonization of Britain by the two peoples, the re-establishment of Christianity, law reform, art and learning, the Norman invasion that ended the era, and other topics. The text is accompanied by a timechart, a who's who, a glossary and a list of sites to visit.
Part of The Pitkin History of Britain series, this full-color large-format publication highlights the key points in the lives of all of Britain’s monarchs—from Alfred the Great who reigned in the 9th century to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Family trees demonstrate the lines of succession and special features detail many of the pivotal events that take took place during the reign of the sovereigns.
In 1066 Saxon England was conquered by invaders from Normandy. The Normans introduced new customs, a new language and the feudal system. The following centuries were years of violence and civil war, which saw Magna Carta and the birth of Parliament, war with Scotland and Wales, the Hundred Years' War with France and a deadly plague from Asia - the Black Death. This book describes the people, events and everyday life of Medieval Britain: the Norman settlement, medieval castles, the Church, trade and industry, guilds and crafts, towns and houses, the War of the Roses and much more.
This colourful camping singalong encourages physical participation as children learn ow to do opposite actions.
