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We Are Your Children - A History of LGBTQ+ Activism (Hardcover): David Roberts We Are Your Children - A History of LGBTQ+ Activism (Hardcover)
David Roberts
R759 R665 Discovery Miles 6 650 Save R94 (12%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

A gorgeously illustrated, accessible celebration of queer activism, by the creator of the award-winning Suffragette, David Roberts. Touching on major moments in the story of the fight for LGBTQ+ rights including the Stonewall Uprising, the first Gay Pride Rally and the dazzling history of drag and the ballroom scene, We Are Your Children is a wide-ranging and inclusive account of a multifaceted movement, with detailed and characterful colour artwork. This book showcases figures from queer history like Harvey Milk, Julian Hows, Carla Toney, Crystal LaBeija, We Wha, Vincent Jones, Marsha P. Johnson, Alan Turing, Sylvia Rivera and many more. From the secret slang adopted by gay Londoners in the 60s, to the decades of sit-ins and marches, there are countless fascinating stories to be told: stories of resistance, friendship, love, fear, division, unity and astonishing perseverance in the face of discrimination and oppression.

No Matter What - How Far Would You Go to Save Your Child? (Hardcover): Monika Polefka-Proulx No Matter What - How Far Would You Go to Save Your Child? (Hardcover)
Monika Polefka-Proulx
R499 Discovery Miles 4 990 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Portraits and Poison (Paperback, Unabridged edition): J. T. Williams Portraits and Poison (Paperback, Unabridged edition)
J. T. Williams; Illustrated by Simone Douglas
R161 Discovery Miles 1 610 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The second book in the thrilling middle grade mystery series, perfect for fans of Robin Steven's Murder Most Unladylike. Set in eighteenth-century London, with all the fun and zest of Hamilton and inspired by real Black British historical figures. Agents of history. Partners in Mystery. Sisters in solving crime. Twelve-year-olds Lizzie Sancho and Dido Belle are from different worlds - Lizzie lives in Westminster in her dad's tea shop, while Belle is an heiress being brought up by her aunt and uncle at grand Kenwood House - but they both share a love of solving mysteries. And after saving Lizzie's father from attempted murder surely there is no threat too dangerous for the detective duo? It's the summer of 1777, the night of the grand unveiling of the Sancho-Mansfields family portrait - a groundbreaking step towards representing friendship, family, and freedom. But soon enough things take a chaotic turn - the painting has been stolen! This theft is only the start, revealing a much bigger, more terrifying secret that haunts the cobbled streets of London. A conspiracy is underway, one that has links to the kidnapping of Lizzie's friend Mercury, and leads all the way to a series of attempted poisonings, all at the hands of an ominous organisation pulling the strings from the shadows. These villains lurk everywhere, even in the very homes they call safe. And their desire for power is only growing. When anyone could be involved in this Brotherhood of Masters, who can Lizzie and Belle trust? Once again it is up to the two girls to unveil the truth and put an end to the corruption that plagues the city.

Fantastically Great Women Who Saved The Planet (Paperback): Kate Pankhurst Fantastically Great Women Who Saved The Planet (Paperback)
Kate Pankhurst; Illustrated by Kate Pankhurst 1
R231 R210 Discovery Miles 2 100 Save R21 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

From bestselling author and illustrator Kate Pankhurst, descendent of Emmeline Pankhurst, comes another 'smart, informative, inclusive and accessible' book about trail-blazing women (Fiona Noble, The Bookseller). This time, it's women who have been making decisions that have helped protect our natural world from way before it was on a political agenda. Discover their untold stories.

Tackle the plastic problem with Isatou Ceesay by recycling waste into beautiful objects. Marvel at the intelligence of chimpanzees with Jane Goodall. Learn why it's important to shop fair trade and cruelty-free with Anita Roddick and The Body Shop. Resist devastating deforestation and plant seeds of change with Wangari Maathai.

We're in an age when young people like Greta Thunberg are calling for those in power to 'wake up' and take action. But everyone has a part to play. Written with hope and encouragement, this book shows that all actions, big and small, can be powerful in the fight against climate breakdown.

Fantastically Great Women Who Made History (Paperback): Kate Pankhurst Fantastically Great Women Who Made History (Paperback)
Kate Pankhurst 1
R203 R185 Discovery Miles 1 850 Save R18 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Fantastically Great Women Who Made History is the eagerly anticipated follow up to Kate Pankhurst's hugely successful, Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, number one best-selling children's non-fiction title in the UK market in 2017. This beautiful title looks at the stories, accomplishments and adventures of many more brilliant women from throughout history.

Travel through the Underground Railroad with the brave and courageous Harriet Tubman, turn the pages of the famous Frankenstein with the incredibly talented Mary Shelley and prepare to meet countless other remarkable women.

Overflowing with vibrant and beautiful illustrations, and wonderfully engaging text, Fantastically Great Women Who Made History is a celebration of just some of the inspirational women who put their mark on the world we live in.

Torn Apart - The Partition of India, 1947 (Paperback): Swapna Haddow Torn Apart - The Partition of India, 1947 (Paperback)
Swapna Haddow 1
R143 R129 Discovery Miles 1 290 Save R14 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

A thrilling and moving account of the largest movement of people in history, telling both sides of the story through the voices of children at the heart of Partition. It's October 1947 and two young boys find themselves thrown together during the dramatic changes of Partition. As the new India and Pakistan are born, can the friendship between these two children rise above the tensions between the two countries? When the British announced they would be leaving India, a feeling of hope bubbled up in towns and villages across the country - they would be free to rule themselves at last! But deciding to split the country in two - Partition - would soon mean so much more. A gripping first-hand account with an engaging and direct narrative voice, making the story accessible to a young readership Packed with fascinating details

Marie Curie And Her Daughters (Hardcover): Imogen Greenberg Marie Curie And Her Daughters (Hardcover)
Imogen Greenberg; Illustrated by Isabel Greenberg
R393 R364 Discovery Miles 3 640 Save R29 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Imagine someone told you that your dream could never come true. What would you do?

Meet Marie Curie. Shy and reserved, she loved science more than anything else in the world. But she lived at a time when women couldn't be scientists. Marie followed her passion and is now remembered for her game-changing discoveries. But while she tinkered away with test tubes and experimented with a glow-in-the-dark chemical elements, Marie became a mother. Irene and Eve grew up to be fiercely independent and determined women just like their mother, and had many adventures of their own.

Join these three incredible women in this gorgeously illustrated book as they save lives during WWI and WWII, win Nobel Prizes, overcome tragedies, travel all around the world and change the history of science forever. This uplifting and touching tale of strength, science and sisterhood, written and illustrated by two remarkable sisters Imogen and Isabel Greenberg, is a triumph of female empowerment.

Woman Of Freedom (Paperback): Lauren Jacobs Woman Of Freedom (Paperback)
Lauren Jacobs; Illustrated by Elanie Bieldt
R240 R222 Discovery Miles 2 220 Save R18 (7%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

While not much is known about the life and legacy of Anna de Koning, this children’s book aims to make her a household name and have her story taught at schools – of how an enslaved child arrived in the Cape Colony from Bengal and would remarkably become one of the wealthiest and most influential women of her time.

Anna lived in a village surrounded by a thick rainforest filled with striped tigers that roared at night. Her mother had grown up in that village, and she would have too until strangers came and sold her family to the captain of a big ship with large white sails. When the ship finally arrived at the shores of the Cape of Good Hope, Anna’s life changed, and she was no longer free.

Woman of Freedom brings to life the historically accurate journey of a young enslaved girl who became one of the wealthiest and most respected women in the early Cape Colony.

Teaching children about one of South Africa’s matriarchs in an inspiring narrative true to the culture and history of our land.

The Magician of Auschwitz (Paperback): Kathy Kacer The Magician of Auschwitz (Paperback)
Kathy Kacer 2
R255 R231 Discovery Miles 2 310 Save R24 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days
Sugar Falls - A Residential School Story (Paperback, 10th Anniversary ed.): David A Robertson Sugar Falls - A Residential School Story (Paperback, 10th Anniversary ed.)
David A Robertson; Illustrated by Scott B Henderson, Donovan Yaciuk; Foreword by Murray Sinclair; Afterword by Betty Ross
R427 Discovery Miles 4 270 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Inspired by true events, this story of strength, family, and culture shares the awe-inspiring resilience of Elder Betty Ross. Abandoned as a young child, Betsy is adopted into a loving family. A few short years later, at the age of 8, everything changes. Betsy is taken away to a residential school. There she is forced to endure abuse and indignity, but Betsy recalls the words her father spoke to her at Sugar Falls--words that give her the resilience, strength, and determination to survive. Sugar Falls is based on the true story of Betty Ross, Elder from Cross Lake First Nation. We wish to acknowledge, with the utmost gratitude, Betty's generosity in sharing her story. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of Sugar Falls goes to support the bursary program for The Helen Betty Osborne Memorial Foundation. This 10th-anniversary edition brings David A. Robertson's national bestseller to life in full colour, with a foreword by The Hon. Murray Sinclair, Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, and a touching afterword from Elder Betty Ross herself.

The Shoemaker's Splendid Lamp (Hardcover): Tuula Pere The Shoemaker's Splendid Lamp (Hardcover)
Tuula Pere; Illustrated by Georgia Styloy; Edited by Susan Korman
R637 R573 Discovery Miles 5 730 Save R64 (10%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days
We Are All Astronauts - Discover what it takes to be a space explorer! (Paperback): Kate Pankhurst We Are All Astronauts - Discover what it takes to be a space explorer! (Paperback)
Kate Pankhurst; Illustrated by Kate Pankhurst
R231 R210 Discovery Miles 2 100 Save R21 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

REACH FOR THE STARS and learn all about SPACE in this fact-packed new book from the bestselling creator of the FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN series! Mixing STEM topics with a sweet story of figuring out your place in the world, this is the perfect introduction to space for the next generation of space travellers, whoever they may be. Budding astronaut Luna Scope wants nothing more than to blast off into space and explore the cosmos, but how does she go from a cardboard rocket in her room to running experiments on the International Space Station? Enter Granny, who’s about to teach Luna just how to make her dream a reality. From discovering what shooting stars are really made of and learning how to complete a spacewalk, to rocket building lessons by Mary Jackson and space shuttle trips with Mae Jamison– Luna and her Granny take us on a crash course adventure into how to become a successful astronaut. Meeting incredible female space pioneers along the way, Granny takes Luna on a fact-filled space adventure showing her that ANYONE can be an astronaut if they dream big enough. In fact, just by standing on planet Earth, you’re already closer than you think... From Kate Pankhurst, award-winning creator of FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN, this is the first in a new series tackling popular non-fiction topics in fun new ways. Inspiring young readers to aim high, dream big and see that they too can reach for the stars!

Sunny's Blazing Battle - A True Story About Climate Change (Paperback): Ellie Jackson Sunny's Blazing Battle - A True Story About Climate Change (Paperback)
Ellie Jackson; Illustrated by Liz Oldmeadow
R233 R219 Discovery Miles 2 190 Save R14 (6%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days
Resist - One Girl's Fight Back Against the Nazis (Paperback): Tom Palmer Resist - One Girl's Fight Back Against the Nazis (Paperback)
Tom Palmer; Illustrated by Tom Clohosy Cole
R231 R210 Discovery Miles 2 100 Save R21 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

As the brutal Second World War stretches on with no end in sight, life for ordinary Dutch people in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands is fraught with peril and hardship. There is very little to eat and the population lives under the constant threat of arrest and enslavement. After the murder of her beloved uncle and the capture of her brother by the Germans, Edda is determined to do anything she can to help the resistance fight back against their oppressors. But what can a teenage girl do and how much risk is she willing to take? Award-winning author Tom Palmer shines a light on the incredible work of the WWll Dutch resistance, in a story inspired by the childhood of Hollywood legend Audrey Hepburn.

The Bear who went to War (Paperback): Alan Pollock The Bear who went to War (Paperback)
Alan Pollock; Illustrated by Bryony Thomson 1
R237 R221 Discovery Miles 2 210 Save R16 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In the dark days of war, a group of soldiers far from home come across an orphaned bear cub. They adopt him and hide him in their tents, feeding him with their rations - until he is too big to ignore! When they are told he cannot travel with them, they grant him an officer's commission. Private Wojtek finds himself helping to carry armaments at the fierce Battle of Monte Cassino. After the war, unable to return to their homeland, the band of soldiers arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland. Peter, Wojtek's substitute parent, has no idea where his own family, forced out of their home, can be. There is a happy ending, however, as Peter is reunited with his family in Scotland - and Wojtek finds a new home in Edinburgh zoo. A statue of Wojtek stands in Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh in memory of the brave bear and his fellow soldiers.

I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001 (Graphic Novel) (Paperback): Lauren Tarshis I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001 (Graphic Novel) (Paperback)
Lauren Tarshis; Illustrated by Lvaro Sarraseca
R276 Discovery Miles 2 760 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

A gripping graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001, in time for the 20th anniversary of 9/11. The only thing Lucas loves more than football is his Uncle Benny, his dad's best friend at the fire department where they both work. Benny taught Lucas everything about football. So when Lucas's parents decide the sport is too dangerous and he needs to quit, Lucas has to talk to his biggest fan. The next morning, Lucas takes the train to the city instead of the bus to school. It's a bright, beautiful day in New York. But just as Lucas arrives at his uncle's firehouse, everything changes - and nothing will ever be the same again. Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to vivid life in bold graphic novels. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived chapter book series These graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that's sure to keep any reader turning the pages Includes a non-fiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event.

Princess Sophia Duleep Singh (Paperback): Sufiya Ahmed Princess Sophia Duleep Singh (Paperback)
Sufiya Ahmed
R227 R206 Discovery Miles 2 060 Save R21 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

My Story: Princess Sophia Duleep Singh - the thrilling story of the princess and suffragette. Born in Britain to Indian and Egyptian parents, Princess Sophia Duleep Singh was a prominent suffragette and campaigned for the women's right to vote. Explore Sophia's incredible life with My Story. Perfect for any child wanting to learn more about history's untold stories Great background reading for Key Stage 2 & 3 My Story: exciting stories with reliable and accurate historical detail Experience history first-hand with My Story.

Fantastically Great Women - The Bumper 4-in-1 Collection of Over 50 True Stories of Ambition, Adventure and Bravery... Fantastically Great Women - The Bumper 4-in-1 Collection of Over 50 True Stories of Ambition, Adventure and Bravery (Hardcover)
Kate Pankhurst; Illustrated by Kate Pankhurst
R623 R563 Discovery Miles 5 630 Save R60 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

_______________ AN INCREDIBLE 4-IN-1 COLLECTION OF THE FIRST FOUR FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN BOOKS: Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World Fantastically Great Women Who Made History Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders _______________ 'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN 'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER 'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST _______________ The perfect gift for curious children who want to learn all about the world's most FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN! The complete collection of Kate Pankhurst's bestselling Fantastically Great Women series brought together in stunning hardback with gold foil and a cover that folds out into a FANTASTICALLY GREAT poster. Including the stories of 56 women from throughout history and around the world with new and original content for this special edition! No DREAM is too BIG if you just believe in yourself. And these strong, ambitious and FANTASTICALLY GREAT women prove it. They've conquered the tallest mountains, made game-changing discoveries, stood up for women's rights and protected our beautiful, fragile planet. Discover the inspirational lives of just some of the extraordinary women who have transformed people's expectations of what women can do in this stunning gift collection. Featuring illustrated timelines and all the women from Kate Pankhurst's adored picture books, from Frida Kahlo to Jane Goodall, and some new faces too. Get ready to meet courageous racing car driver Eliska Junkova who whizzed to victory and became the first woman to win a Grand Prix and the influential composer Chiquinha Gonzaga, the first woman conductor in Brazil. Perfect for reading at bedtime, these empowering stories will encourage you to BE BOLD, AIM HIGH and NEVER GIVE UP. How will YOU change the world?

Ikigai - Life's Purpose (Hardcover): Chiemi Souen Ikigai - Life's Purpose (Hardcover)
Chiemi Souen; Illustrated by Flor Kaneshiro
R542 R501 Discovery Miles 5 010 Save R41 (8%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Raspberry Red (Hardcover): Tuula Pere Raspberry Red (Hardcover)
Tuula Pere; Illustrated by Georgia Styloy; Edited by Susan Korman
R640 R576 Discovery Miles 5 760 Save R64 (10%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Marli's Tangled Tale - A True Story About Plastic In Our Oceans (Paperback): Ellie Jackson Marli's Tangled Tale - A True Story About Plastic In Our Oceans (Paperback)
Ellie Jackson; Illustrated by Laura Callwood 1
R231 R217 Discovery Miles 2 170 Save R14 (6%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Marli's Tangled Tale takes you to the cool and green cliffs where Marli the Puffin lives with her soon to hatch egg until one day the excitement of the far away town visits in an unexpected way. As hope starts to fade her tangled tale takes a twist just in time for the surprise waiting for her back at home! Marli's Tangled Tale is based on true events and it is this powerful message which invites children and adults alike to question the impact of ocean plastic on our environment. With ideas and activities which reinforce the story this is a book which will inspire children to make changes to the world around them. There is a huge growing national and international consciousness about the dangers of palm oil and deforestation and it is important to teach children about this devastating global issue without overwhelming them or shocking them. The Wild Tribe Heroes series of books guides young readers through the issues in a gentle and friendly way together with further information to inspire children to make changes to their own and their families lives. Sold over 30,000 books in the series in just 2 years ; No 1 bestselling books ; Personal letters of congratulations from Sir David Attenborough and Prince Charles ; All books are based on true stories which means that children are more connected to the issue. ; Featured in national media - BBC, ITV, Guardian, Huffington Post and Mail on Sunday ; Sold by WH Smiths, Waterstones, National Trust, RNLI, Surfers Against Sewage, #2MinuteBeachClean. ; Stocked by over 250 museums, national libraries, bookshops and gift shops, zero waste and farm shops and major tourist attractions such as The Eden Project and London & Chester Zoos ; Reached over a million children worldwide in schools ; Translated into 15 different languages so far

Porcelain Soul (Paperback): Andreea Lichi Porcelain Soul (Paperback)
Andreea Lichi; Translated by Gabriella Achihai, Julia Smyth, Scotland Street Press
R334 R261 Discovery Miles 2 610 Save R73 (22%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Andreea is thirteen and looking forward to taking part in a Romanian dance performance on a trip to Paris with her friends. However she skips school one day and gets in a car with a boy she doesn't know. They have a terrible crash which leaves her paralysed from the neck down. At thirteen she is forced to confront the feeling of losing her entire reality in just one moment. This is the story of the operations, the hospitals, the friendships, the long long waits, the pain, the horror at her new appearance, and the discovery of what it means to be courageous. She shares her inner journey, which led her to re-evaluate what really matters and which is bound to make us reflect on how much we do take for granted in our own lives.

The King's Medal (Paperback): Maria Gill The King's Medal (Paperback)
Maria Gill; Illustrated by Alistair Hughes
R326 R295 Discovery Miles 2 950 Save R31 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Poppa reveals a war medal in his hand to his grandson. Manu asks, ‘Did you win it?” ‘Sort of, a King gave it to me,’ the old man says. He then tells Manu how his Anzac platoon rescued the Greek King, Prime Minister and the rest of their party on a Greek Island during World War II. It’s a perilous journey trekking from one side of the island to the other, trudging up a ravine, across the White Mountains, and through a narrow gorge. They must avoid the German paratroopers landing in their thousands on the island and renegade Crete mountaineers who shoot at them, mistaking them for Germans. Due to the kindness of the village people and the dedication of the Anzac soldiers they make it to the coast and send out SOS signals. But they don’t know if the ship is friend or foe. Manu discovers a tale of bravery, teamwork and sacrifice and sees his grandfather in a new light.

Agnes's Rescue - The True Story of an Immigrant Girl (Large print, Hardcover, Large type / large print edition): Karl... Agnes's Rescue - The True Story of an Immigrant Girl (Large print, Hardcover, Large type / large print edition)
Karl Beckstrand, Veara Southworth Fife
R544 Discovery Miles 5 440 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders (Hardcover, Gift Edition): Kate Pankhurst Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders (Hardcover, Gift Edition)
Kate Pankhurst; Illustrated by Kate Pankhurst 1
R233 R213 Discovery Miles 2 130 Save R20 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Kate Pankhurst, descendent of Emmeline Pankhurst, is back with a brand new wildly brilliant and accessible book about incredible women in the world of work.

What do you want to be when you grow up? It's a BIG question that everyone is asked from an early age. Discover eye-opening facts about a collection of go-getting women who have pioneered careers in a kaleidoscope of different industries. Join scientists, doctors, athletes, hot-air balloonists and more, journey back in time with these brave, bold and brilliant women and discover that anything is possible when you make the most of YOUR talents.

Prepare yourself for a celebration of women who opened doors and made it possible for more women to achieve amazing things today. Overflowing with beautiful illustrations and astounding facts, Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders is the perfect introduction to just a few of the most incredible women who helped shaped the world we live in.

List of women featured: Junko Tabei, Sophie Blanchard, Maria Merian, Elizabeth Magie, the London Matchgirls, Rosa May Billinghurst, Katherine Johnson, Annette Kellerman, Katia Krafft, Rosalind Franklin, James Barry, Madam C.J. Walker, Lotte Reiniger.

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