Matthews, Rupert

Exactly 100 facts accompanied by photographs and detailed artwork reveal fascinating information about how arms and armor have been used in combat, from the earliest stone spears to modern-day guns and tanks.

Describes the the eruption of the volcanic mountain of Krakatoa, west of the island of Java in 1883. Discusses the cultural history and daily life of the island's peoples, the buildup of the volcano, and life on the island today.

This book is an investigation of what lay behind the legend of Elvis Presley and his music, including the childhood influences and the private ambitions.

A brief discussion of various types of psychical phenomena including ESP, reincarnation, foretelling the future, dowsing, and levitation.

Describes what has been learned about the physical features, behavior, and surroundings of the long-extinct triceratops.

Photographs and text examine the history of explorers and exploration, and highlight many of their discoveries.

A biography of the Roman general and statesman whose brilliant military leadership helped make Rome the center of a vast empire.

Discusses how time was measured in the past, various early clocks, the invention of the calendar, and such related topics as time zones and radio time.

An alphabetical survey of various dinosaurs and other prehistoric reptiles and amphibians, from Alamosaurus to Zephyrosaurus.

Provides one hundred facts about gladiators, and includes illustrations, cartoons, and quizzes.