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A humorous and gory look at the ancient Aztec tradition of sacrificing enemy warriors to the gods....
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Fiona MacDonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in schools, adult education and university, and is the author of numerous books for children on historical topics....
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You’re only six or seven days old—and you’re already a queen! Privilege and luxury is in your future, but so are scandal, betrayal, and death. Before you ascend the throne, you’ll need to think twice. Do you really want to be Mary Queen of Scots? Do you have a choice?...
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Fiona MacDonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in schools, adult education and university, and is the author of numerous books for children on historical topics....
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Have you sharpened your weapons? Are you ready for battle? Can you speak Classical Nahuatl? Do you know the legend of the vision of the eagle clutching the snake on a prickly pear cactus—the first signal to our ancestors of the site our great city of Tenochtitlan? Can you take prisoners and bring them back alive to offer as human sacrifice to the gods? Only then may you cut your hair! So are you ready for your initiation as an Aztec Warrior?...
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Can you handle a horse? Are you skillful with a bow? Are you brave in the face of danger? Will you wear this smelly, lice-infested armor with dignity? Have you truly earned the respect and honor shown to the samurai? Are you of honorable lineage? Will you show absolute loyalty to your lord? Do you understand that dishonor will bring death—by that same sword that you must sleep beside every night of your life? Are you ready to rise in rank?...
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Are your estates in order? Can you recite poetry, or sing, or play a lute? Have you had your hair cut, squire? Are you sitting comfortably in all that armor? Will you perform your duties with honor and chivalry? Are you really worthy of pursuing your destiny as a knight of olde, among the elite of medieval society in status and wealth? You know you are! So arise, Sir Reader, and go forth and nobly answer your calling....
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Have you sharpened your weapons? Are you ready for battle? Can you speak Classical Nahuatl? Do you know the legend of the vision of the eagle clutching the snake on a prickly pear cactus—the first signal to our ancestors of the site our great city of Tenochtitlan? Can you take prisoners and bring them back alive to offer as human sacrifice to the gods? Only then may you cut your hair! So are you ready for your initiation as an Aztec Warrior?...
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Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of history's most famous and infamous figures in these classic DK guides....
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Going back in time to examine some of history's most intriguing civilizations, this series investigates different time periods to offer fascinating facts to a young age group. Short, snappy facts about these thrilling historical figures, artifacts, and locations will keep children in awe, while guaranteeing a little learning in the process! With a bright, youthful design and colorful images, this series presents young readers with concise information and a glossary with key words explained to aid in vocabulary development. Discover these ruthless raiders and their deadly weapons as they invade, plunder, and colonize areas of Europe from the late 8th to the early 11th century. This guide to the Vikings explains their way of life and the influence their culture still has today. ...
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This is one of several titles in Barron’s series of Graphic Classics, famous literary works retold in graphic novel form for young readers. Wonderfully atmospheric color illustrations and fast-paced narratives will keep older boys and girls absorbed, and many students will be inspired to delve into the literary classics in their original versions. Count Dracula, the legendary vampire who is Lord of the Undead, departs from his castle in Transylvania and arrives in London, where he begins claiming new victims. Here is one of the most chilling horror tales ever told....
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Going back in time to examine some of history's most intriguing civilizations, this series investigates different time periods to offer fascinating facts to a young age group. Short, snappy facts about these thrilling historical figures, artifacts, and locations will keep children in awe, while guaranteeing a little learning in the process! With a bright, youthful design and colorful images, this series presents young readers with concise information and a glossary with key words explained to aid in vocabulary development. Learn about the castles, towers, dungeons, and weaponry of medieval knights as this guidebook explains their lives and times. ...
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Are your estates in order? Can you recite poetry, or sing, or play a lute? Have you had your hair cut, squire? Are you sitting comfortably in all that armor? Will you perform your duties with honor and chivalry? Are you really worthy of pursuing your destiny as a knight of olde, among the elite of medieval society in status and wealth? You know you are! So arise, Sir Reader, and go forth and nobly answer your calling....
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Designed to accompany the ground-breaking TV series Ancient Egyptians, this superbly illustrated children's book looks at one of the world's earliest civilizations, exploring how the people lived, loved, worshipped, and died. Printed in full color throughout, Ancient Egyptians features stunning computer-generated images created using cutting-edge technology. These images, along with live action stills from the TV series, museum artifacts and in situ photography, combine to create a unique visual experience that will appeal to children in the 8-12 age range, as well as a wider family audience. With a host of fascinating fact boxes and special features, the book explores major themes in the history of Ancient Egypt, from Pharaohs and Gods and Wars and Warfare, to Crime and Punishment and Rituals of Death. ...
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Rights? What rights? If you believe in equal rights for women - including the right to vote - you wouldn't want to be a suffragist! You could wind up in a filthy jail cell, on a diet of bread and water and sentenced to silence, just for speaking your mind....
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A look at historical periods through the experiences of children of the era....
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Each book in the "Insights" series provides children with a broad range of topics in history, natural history and science. Six pages with fold-out flaps allow children the opportunity to discover historical facts or animal physiology, such as the exact movement an animal makes when it runs, jumps, flies or crawls. This volume explores the lives of the Vikings, describing what they ate, how they traded, their mastery of sailing craft and their hierarchy. Individual warriors and explorers of renown are mentioned, as is the demise of their empire....
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Each book in the "Insights" series provides children with a broad range of topics in history, natural history and science. Six pages with fold-out flaps allow children the opportunity to discover historical facts or animal physiology, such as the exact movement an animal makes when it runs, jumps, flies or crawls. This volume explores the Aztec peoples, their territory and ways of life. It questions the evidence we have of their existence, their skills and crafts, how they hunted and prepared for war, and the catastrophic events that occurred after the arrival of European explorers....
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Enter the ancient worlds of Egypt and Rome and watch the story of Cleopatra unfold....
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A humorous and gory look at the ancient Aztec tradition of sacrificing enemy warriors to the gods....
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This is a new biography series exploring the lives and achievements of important inventors and pioneers of science. As well as providing a full life story and analysis of their work, the books place their achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The books include: a thorough biography illustrated with full-colour maps and photographs; a look at the ongoing impact of their work; quotes and writings from newspapers and journals of the time; information about rivals and the men and women who affected their life and work...
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THIS EDITION IS INTENDED FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY....
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