Who were the pharaohs? When were the pyramids built? Why did Egyptians make mummies?
orn in England in 1643, Isaac Newton grew up in the age when Renaissance thinkers were challenging accepted ideas throughout Europe. Fascinated by all earthly science, Newton developed laws of motion and universal gravitation which also furthered our understanding of the movement of celestial bodies. This vibrant biography profiles the famed physicist as an acclaimed mathematician, astronomer, …
Where have pirates sailed? What were pieces of eight? Which pirate roasted his enemies alive? Read and discover the facts in Kingfisher Readers: Pirates. Each book in this series, developed with literacy experts, features clear, appealing text packed with information on favourite non-fiction topics.
A lively answers to all those tricky questions about castles'
In the past these destructive forces have hit without warning and killed millions. They will strike again, this book builds up a profile of the earth's big killers. Discover which countries are most at risk and why, read about the destruction caused by t
A spectacular jorney to discover the exciting history of a city. From early Greek settlement to industrial metropolis.'