great britain

Tells the incredible true story of Frank Williams, a radarman in Britain's Royal Air Force, and Judy, a purebred pointer, who met as prisoners of war during World War II. Judy, who became the war's only official canine POW, was a fiercely loyal dog who sensed danger-warning her fellow prisoners of imminent attacks and, later, protecting them from brutal beatings. Frank and Judy's friendship, an unbreakable bond forged in the worst circumstances, is one of the great recently uncovered stories of World War II.

Portrait of England's longest-reigning queen during her Diamond Jubilee year, looking at changes and reforms in the monarchy, people she met, her children, the aftermath of Diana's death in 1997, and places she traveled.

Profiles the life and achievements of cosmologist Stephen William Hawking, one of the world's greatest science writers, whose notable accomplishments were achieved in spite of disabilities caused by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Provides a history of the Magna Carta and explains why it is important.

Discusses various historical facts about royalty, discussing eccentricities, inventions, odd behaviors, murderous acts, and other characteristics of figures such as Charles II, Henry VIII, Mary I, and George III.

This book is an introduction to Great Britain and its people.

A spirited adaptation of a traditional tale about a feisty, good-natured old woman's run-in with the fabled bogey beast.