The History Book is a fascinating journey through the most significant events in history and the big ideas behind each one, from the dawn of civilization to the lightning-paced culture of today. One hundred crystal-clear articles explore the Law Code of Hammurabi, the Renaissance, the American Revolution, World War II, and much, much more, bringing the events and people of history to life. A…
Inside The Wicked Wit of Charles Dickens, readers take a journey into the classically humorous and almost goofy side of one of the most famous writers in world history. readers will find a timeline of Charles Dickens's Life, several short stories, a whole chapter of Dickens's bumblings, and quotes from some of Dickens's most famous papers.
When a childhood illness leaves her blind and deaf, Helen Keller's life seems hopeless indeed. But her indomitable will and the help of a devoted teacher empower Helen to triumph over incredible adversity.
Take Courage is Samantha's personal, poignant and surprising journey into the life and work of a woman sidelined by history. A brave, strongly feminist writer well ahead of her time -- and her more celebrated siblings -- and who has much to teach us today about how to find our way in the world.
Buku ini menguak sejarah kelam Kerajaan Majapahit untuk mengungkap fakta-fakta historis yang jarang disadari oleh masyarakat. Disajikan konflik-konflik kekuasaan yang pernah terjadi dalam perjalanan Majapahit. Juga tumbal-tumbal asmara yang mewarnai konflik tersebut.
Buku ini menyajikan sejarah Kerajaan besar di Nusantara, yaitu Majapahit. Disajikan dari awal mula pendirian kerajaan oleh Dyah Wijaya, kejayaan di bawah kekuasaan Hayam Wuruk hingga keruntuhan dengan pecahnya Majapahit menjadi dua bagian, yaitu Majapahit Kulon dan Majapahit Wetan.
Gibson memanggil pilot Shannon untuk menyerang. Tetapi segera ia mendengar suara tajam di alat komunikasinya, suara Martin yang berteriak bahwa Dam telah lenyap. Ia melihat Dam Mochne pecah berantakan dan runtuh. Air sebanyak 134 juta ton sekarang membanjir hebat ke lembah Mochne. (Bab tentang Skadron 617 RAF Menyerang Bendungan Jerman) Mendengar itu, Mussolini pun menjadi pucat, berdirinya sem…
Anna's mother had promised to buy her a new winter coat when the war was over. But when the World War II ended, there were still no coats to be had. There was hardly any food, and no one had any money. Things seem hopeless until Anna's mother thinks of a very unusual way to get Anna a new winter coat at last.
DK Eyewitness Victorians is an orginal and exciting look at the great events and achievements of the Victorian era. Amazing colour photographs offer your child a unique "eyewitness" view of this peaceful and prosperous time.
Find out about the strict rules of Tudor fashion and why only knight were allowed to wear silk. Discover who Henry Vill's six wives were, and what happened to each of them. See what the Tudors ate and what new foods were brought to England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth 1.