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'Spellbinding ... a pitch-perfect treasure' LoveReading4Kids Set
your sails east with this stunningly original new history of the
world. Peter Frankopan, number one bestselling author and
historian, explores the connections made by people, trade, disease,
war, religion, adventure, science and technology in this
extraordinary book about how the east married the west with a
remarkable voyage at its heart - the journey along the Silk Roads.
From ancient world laws laid down by King Hammurabi and the mighty
Persian empire, to terrifying huns, the rise of Europe, two world
wars and politics today, The Silk Roads illustrated edition moves
through time and history sewing together the threads from different
peoples, empires and continents into a phenomenal history of the
globe. With stories from each and every corner of society,
Frankopan's magnificent brand new text based on his literary
triumph The Silk Roads, sumptuously illustrated by Neil Packer, is
a must-have world history. 'An extraordinarily vivid book on an
often-neglected corner of history' Inis Reading Guide 'Not just
children, but people of any age will find this book an absorbing
read' New York Journal of Books 'Peter Frankopan's text is pitched
at exactly the right level for children to read and for adults to
share with them. The illustrations of Neil Packer are completely
captivating ... this is a perfect marriage and a book to treasure'
Armadillo magazine 'Studded with stylish, evocative illustrations
from Neil Packer ... this is an ambitious account that nevertheless
tackles big themes in a friendly, accessible way' History Revealed
magazine
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Take My Hand
(Hardcover)
Giovanna Gutta; Illustrated by Stefanie St Denis
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R544
Discovery Miles 5 440
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This workbook: targets key misconceptions and barriers to help your
students get back on track addresses areas of underperformance in a
systematic way, with a unique approach that builds, develops and
extends students' skills gets students ready for the new GCSE (9-1)
assessments with exercises focused around exam-style questions
provides ready-to-use examples and activities, aligned to the
Pearson Progression Map, freeing up your time to focus on working
directly with students fits around your needs, being flexible as
part of an intervention strategy or for independent student work
addresses an area of difficulty in each unit with a unique
approach, to develop and extend students' skills.
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Ghosts
(Paperback)
Terry Deary; Illustrated by Martin Brown
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R198
R179
Discovery Miles 1 790
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Boo! Discover all the frightful stories behind iconic ghost tales
and legends from around the world with history's most horrible
headlines: the ghost and ghouls edition. The master of making
history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to spooks and
spirits. From the ancient evils of Egypt, cutthroat Celtic
sacrifices, Anne Boleyn and other restless royals, a deathly
drummer boy trapped in the underground passages of Edinburgh, as
well as ghost busters and spook rumblers, combined with tons of
Horrible Halloween facts and top tips for getting rid of ghouls,
it's all in Horrible Histories: Ghosts: Fully illustrated
throughout and packed with hair-raising stories - with all the
horribly hilarious bits included With a fresh take on the classic
Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new The perfect
series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible
Histories has been entertaining children and families for
generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's
brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans.
Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot.
Read all about it!
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