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Ancient Japan: Step Back to the Time of Shoguns and Samurai, with 15 Step-By-Step Projects and Over 330 Exciting Pictures
Step back in time more than 30,000 years, to when the first settlers reached Japan and a highly sophisticated civilization was born. Explore the grand palaces of regal emperors and shoguns, be amazed by the fighting skills of the feuding samurai, and admire the...- $12.99
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Aztec & Maya: Rediscover the Lost World of Ancient Central America, with 450 Exciting Pictures and 15 Step-By-Step Projects
History records the Aztecs and Maya as bloodthirsty warriors and priests who committed brutal acts of human sacrifice, yet this is not the whole story. Ancient Mesoamericans also formed close-knit family groups, made beautiful masks from jade and built breathtaking pyramids that are still...- $12.99
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Charles Dickens: A Very Peculiar History(tm)
From Oliver Twist and Great Expectations to A Christmas Carol and A Tale of Two Cities, the novels of Charles Dickens are among the best loved and most adapted in English literature. This charming and informative little gift book asks why, what, where, how,...- $7.95
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Egyptian Myths and Legends
The world's myths are filled with characters, creatures, and stories that have fascinated people for thousands of years. This series mixes dramatic retellings and non-fiction information to give a full picture of a culture's myths. This book explores the gods, goddesses, heroes, villains, tricksters,...- $35.32
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Egyptian Myths and Legends
The world's myths are filled with characters, creatures, and stories that have fascinated people for thousands of years. This series mixes dramatic retellings and non-fiction information to give a full picture of a culture's myths. This book explores the gods, goddesses, heroes, villains, tricksters,...- $9.25
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How to Be an Aztec Warrior
Have you sharpened your weapons? Are you ready for battle? Can you speak Classical Nahuatl? Do you know the legend of the vision of the eagle clutching the snake on a prickly pear cactus--the first signal to our ancestors of the site our great...- $5.95
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I Wonder Why Romans Wore Togas: And Other Questions about Rome
Nothing brings ancient history to life like thinking about what ancient people did that we can relate to today. I Wonder Why Romans Wore Togas takes an accessible approach to the subject with child-friendly language, entertaining illustrations, and a series of questions that bring...- $6.99
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Individualising Risk: Paid Care Work in the New Gig Economy
This book investigates how paid care work and employment are being transformed by policies of social care individualisation in the context of new gig economies of care. Drawing on a case study of the creation of a new individualised care market under Australia's National...- $149.99
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Kings and Queens
Royalty are always in the news, because people's imaginations continue to be piqued by their wealth, power, and lifestyles. In this book, which focuses mostly on Great Britain, readers will learn of early kings, such as Alfred the Great, and modern rulers, such as...- $32.95
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Pompeii: The Lost City
When the volcano Vesuvius erupted 2,000 years ago, the city of Pompeii disappeared under the ash. Four hundred years ago, Pompeii was rediscovered. The ash had preserved Pompeii so well that buildings, mosaics, statues and other artefacts have survived to the present day. So...- $8.99
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Roman Myths (Volume One)
A spellbinding, easy-to-read, and beautifully illustrated anthology of Roman myths. Enter the world of Ancient Rome through the magic of storytelling Follow Aeneas's journey from the fallen city of Troy to the new kingdom of Rome, see how Hercules defeated a fire-breathing cannibal, and...- $12.95
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Roman Myths (Volume Two)
A spellbinding, easy-to-read, and beautifully illustrated anthology of Roman myths. How did the hunter Orion become a constellation? How was Lara, the water spirit, punished for being too loose-lipped? What happened to Mercury and Jupiter when they came down to earth disguised as humans?...- $12.95
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Scottish Tartan and Highland Dress
Created amid rugged Highland hills, tartan is the very symbol of Scotland, a proud beacon of national independence and individual clan loyalty. This fascinating book looks at what is known about these skillfully handcrafted patterns, which have passed down through the centuries. Filled with...- $7.95
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Scottish Women: A Very Peculiar History(tm)
From Mary, Queen of Scots to singer Susan Boyle, Scottish Women: A Very Peculiar History shines a light on the contributions of the country's most fascinating women. Scottish women have had an influence far beyond their own small homeland. But all too often, information...- $9.95
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Step Into the Aztec & Maya Worlds
History records the Aztecs and Maya as bloodthirsty warriors and priests who committed brutal acts of human sacrifice, yet this is not the whole story. Ancient Mesoamericans also formed close-knit family groups, made beautiful masks from jade and built breathtaking pyramids that are still...- $6.99
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The Ancient Egyptians: Dress, Eat, Write and Play Just Like the Egyptians
Step into the world of the Ancient Egyptians! Make your own beaded collar, challenge a friend to the ancient game of senet, make papyrus paper, learn to write in hieroglyphs, measure time with a water clock, and paint a life-size pharaoh. Fascinating facts and...- $9.95
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The Celts
Find out fascinating facts about the many different Celtic clans: the reasons for their migration, their mysticism and beliefs, and how they crafted exquisite metalwork. Delve into everyday life to find out what the Celts ate, where they lived, the brave heroes they revered...- $12.99
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The Dragon's Bride and Other Dragon Stories: Band 14/Ruby
Three dragon tales from different cultures. Find out how brave Maren defies the terrifying beast on her wedding day, how a dragon's granny helps three boys escape his cruel claws, and how Tokoyo's quest to free her father, sees her defeat the dreadful dragon...- $12.99
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The Incredible Ancient History Book Box: Step Into the Past with 8 Fantastic Books: Ancient Greece, the Inca World, Mesopotamia, the Roman Empire, Anc
In this wonderful collection of history books, children can step into the amazing worlds of bygone empires, and learn about the art, culture and inventions of ancient civilizations. Designed to be accessible and stimulating for the independent reader, this insightful collection of books is...- $20.00
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The Snow Queen and Other Stories
Hans Christian Andersen's much-loved fairy tales have been an integral part of our childhood for 150 years. This volume will introduce "The Snow Queen" and other classic stories to a new generation of children. The tales are brought to life with Alida Massari's wonderful...- $12.95
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Thumbelina and Other Stories
Hans Christian Andersen's much-loved fairy tales have been an integral part of our childhood for 150 years. This volume will introduce "Thumbelina" and other classic stories to a new generation of children. The tales are brought to life with Alida Massari's wonderful original artwork...- $12.95
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Whisky
Fill a glass and pore through this quirky portrait of whisky, from its humble origins and use as a medicine till today, when it takes pride of place in the liquor cabinet. Featuring tales of whiskys development through the ages along with stories about...- $9.95
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You Wouldn't Want to Live Without Dentists! (You Wouldn't Want to Live Without...) (Library Edition)
What if you never had to visit the dentist?Let's face it: no one really looks forward to going to see the dentist. But have you considered the alternative? In past centuries, the only cure for a decayed tooth was to pull it out-without anesthetic,...- $29.00
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You Wouldn't Want to Live Without Pain! (You Wouldn't Want to Live Without...)
Imagine living in a world without pain.This series takes readers (Ages 8-12) on a historical journey, examining how people coped in the past and how they developed ingenious ways to make life safer and less unpleasant. Each book features full-color cartoon-style illustrations and hilarious...- $9.95
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