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The people of the Bible

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A unique visual guide to the main characters of the Old and New Testaments, from Adam to Paul the Apostle. Understand who's who in the Old and New Testaments with this visual guide to the main characters in the Bible. Packed with profiles of leaders, prophets, judges, and apostles, Bible Characters Visual Encyclopedia tells their stories and explains their teachings simply and clearly. Stories are beautifully illustrated and supported with key quotes and historical context. Spreads focusing on particular biblical events highlight a character's impact - making this the perfect study companion and the ultimate guide for young readers to the key characters in one of the most important books ever written.

Civil War

Submitted by khenkes on Wed, 11/24/2021 - 14:36

The Civil War of 1861-1865 was the bloodiest conflict in the history of the United States of America and had a huge effect on the shaping of the nation as one of the world's greatest democracies. From the opening shots fired at Fort Sumter, to the decisive Battle of Gettysburg and the assassination of Lincoln, this book brings the story of the Civil War to life.

The Middle Ages

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While telling about his life in Medieval England, eight-year-old Robin includes information about families and homes, food and clothes, castles, markets, tournaments, and beliefs of the people.
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The Romans

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Facts, detailed illustrations and photographs in this book offer real insight into how the Romans lived.

Dinosaur detectives

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Describes the achievements of the scientists who have discovered and interpreted the fossils of the dinosaurs.

Voyages to the New World

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Summary: Describes the voyages of exploration made by Christopher Columbus and the "New World" he found, as well as the discoveries of Balboa and Magellan.

The search for a northern route

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Summary: Examines the French, Dutch, and English search for a northern sea-route to Asia around Northern Europe and into the Arctic. Includes a discussion of early European settlements in North America.

The search for the East

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Summary: Discusses Portuguese voyages of discovery and exploration around Africa and Asia in the fifteenth centuries.

Great journeys

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An account of explorers and their journeys including those along the rivers of North America, across the deserts of Australia, and to the region around the South Pole.

Civil War

Submitted by khenkes on Tue, 02/11/2020 - 18:53

The Civil War of 1861-1865 was the bloodiest conflict in the history of the United States of America and had a huge effect on the shaping of the nation as one of the world's greatest democracies. From the opening shots fired at Fort Sumter, to the decisive Battle of Gettysburg and the assassination of Lincoln, this book brings the story of the Civil War to life.

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