Matthews, Rupert

Discover the story of exploration - from the first recorded expeditions to the latest voyages into outer space. /Highlights various explorers and their discoveries.

An introduction to the Spartans of ancient Greece, and their culture, values, enemies, and history.

Japanese samurai followed a strict code of honor called bushido. Though they were professional fighters, samurai valued courage, benevolence, and respect above all else. Many took their own lives after breaking the code. This interesting part of Japanese history will draw in readers with its mystery, brutality, and cultural significance. Full-color photographs and historical images of real samurai give faces to these fearless fighters, and photographs of samurai weapons are impressive to modern eyes. Fascinating details about samurai training and the fighters influence on modern Japan will engage readers with both the nation s history and present-day reality. Full-color photographs, Historical Context Overview, Fact Boxes, Quiz, Glossary, For Further Information Section, Index.

Zak and Zoe are fascinated to discover that their grandfather flew a Spitfire fighter plane during the Battle of Britain in World War II, and through the vivid memories of the twins' grandparents and their WWII friends, the twins find out about the experiences of fghter pilots, women's anti-aircraft gun crews, and schoolchildren of the time.

Presents a brief description of the life and papacy of each of the two hundred sixty-six popes of the Roman Catholic Church.

An introduction to ninja, covering their recruitment, missions, weapons, and other related topics.

The Romans who fearlessly fought in the Colosseum had varied backgrounds. Some were slaves and criminals forced to fight to the death. Others trained and volunteered for the task. Their goal was clear from the first step in the arena: the floor was sandy, so blood would be easy to clean up. Gladiator combat is a common topic when discussing the Roman Empire. Readers of this volume, however, will discover all the incredible details of gladiator life from the porridge they ate to the muscle massages they received! A glossary of gladiator terms and a timeline complement the main content.

Describes the foods eaten and methods of preparation used from the times of prehistoric peoples, through classical Greek and Roman times and the Middle Ages, to developments in the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.

Zoe, an adventurous young explorer, traces her journey through the Amazon to her Uncle Renaldo's rain forest research station, a trip on which she learns about the various people and animals who call the region home.

A collection of one hundred facts about military weapons and armor.