Simon Adams
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2007]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in).
Language
English
Description
Text and photos present the key events, battles, weapons, uniforms, and cultural phenomena, such as propaganda, of the Axis and Allies during the Second World War.
2) Titanic
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Offers detailed descriptions of the Titanic, including its accommodations, and a retelling of its sinking in the North Atlantic in April, 1912.
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Until a time machine can zap us back into ancient Egypt, this entertaining volume may be the best way for readers to experience it. Appealing projects reinforce intriguing information about ancient Egypt, such as jaw-dropping facts about mummification. Among the motivating activities are writing with hieroglyphics, playing an ancient game, and making a royal headdress.
4) World War II
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Go back in time and experience history with this picture-led guide to the Second World War. This book tells the story of the second devastating conflict of the 20th century that tore the world apart by - divided by international alliances and growing tensions between nations. Meet the key players who influenced the outcome of this global struggle. Explore major events such as the attack on Pearl Harbour, the Battle of Britain, the D-Day invasion,...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
440 pages : color illustrations, maps, portraits ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
"An illustrated account of human movement, travel, exploration, and scientific discovery-from the first trade networks in ancient Sumer to the epic Voyager missions. Human journeys arise from all manner of impulses, from migration and the search for food, to pilgrimages, trade, scientific curiosity, or simply the quest for adventure. Journey traces each through lively accounts, alongside the biographies of conquerors, explorers, and travelers; stories...
8) World War I
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Learn all about military vehicles and tank warfare, the first ever gas attacks used during a war and Armistice, and peace after four years of fighting.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014.
Edition
Relaunch edition, American edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations, color maps, portraits ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Provides an eyewitness account of the war that devastated Europe, from the assassination of an archduke to the killing fields of France. New Look! Relaunched with new jackets and 8 pages of new text! Here is an original and exciting guide to the grim challenge of life or death on the Western Front. Devastating first-hand reports and contemporary photographs of the battles that slaughtered millions, together with a clear account of how nation upon...
10) Soldier
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the lives of soldiers from the Middle Ages to the present, discussing their training, tactics, vehicles, and weapons.
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
288 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
"In this stunning visual history book, custom maps tell the story of the Second World War from the rise of the Axis powers to the dropping of the atom bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Each map is rich with detail and graphics, helping you to chart the progress of key events of World War II on land, sea, and air, such as the Dunkirk evacuation, the attack on Pearl Harbor, the D-Day landings, and the siege of Stalingrad. Historical maps from both Allied...
12) Artillery
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes several models of guns and howizters used in World War I and World War II, including specifications and statistics"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
181 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 32 cm
Language
English
Description
Combines information from four previously published atlases into one volume, covering the history of human civilization from the ancient world to the modern era and examining religion, exploration, war, colonization, kingdoms, and technology.
16) Warplanes
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes several models of military aircraft used in World War I and World War II, including specifications and statistics"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First American edition.
Lexile measure
IG 930L
Physical Desc
96 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
"This beautiful history atlas helps children learn about world history, all the way from the first humans leaving Africa right up to how the world looks now, with a modern world map. It's packed with more than 40 historical maps and fascinating nuggets of information about the past."--Publisher's description.
19) Tanks
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009.
Physical Desc
32 pages ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes several models of tanks used in World War I, World War II, and later, including specifications and statistics"--Provided by publisher.
20) Warships
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes several models of battleships and submarines used in World War I and World War II, including specifications and statistics"--Provided by publisher.
