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This compelling and important history of the British Empire, told
from the perspective of 20 people who lived through it, tells the
story of one of the largest and most powerful empires in human
history. At one time, the British Empire ruled over almost a
quarter of the world’s population. Men, women and children from
all walks of life and from across the globe were affected in big
and small ways, from the clothes they wore, the food they ate and
the languages they spoke to the work they did and the rights they
held. This legacy and impact is still evident all over the world
today. This book shines a light on the human aspects of the
‘Empire where the sun never
sets’, introducing readers to a host of figures, both
powerful and modest, who lived through, challenged, and influenced
the course of the British Empire. But how did this empire come to
be? And what happened to the people whose lands were
colonised? The people whose lives were touched? This
book tells their stories and reclaims this chapter in history by
giving voice to 20Â real figures whose perspectives have often
been ignored, overlooked or sidelined. Their stories are told
in a first-person narrative style, allowing readers to see
through the eyes of these inspiring history-keepers.
From leaders and activists to poets and freedom fighters, the
book features a range of figures from across five continents,
shining a light on the human aspect of the British Empire.
Meet Queen Nanny, the escaped slave who led a fight for freedom
against the British in Jamaica. Hear the story of Rani
of Jhansi, a key figure in the Indian resistance movement
against British colonial rule. Learn
about Tejonihokarawa, the Mohawk leader who travelled to
London on a diplomatic mission. These engaging true stories
of resistance, community, struggle and hope will spark
conversations, foster a broader, decolonized understanding of
the reaches and impacts of colonialism and ultimately leave readers
inspired. After all, understanding our past and its echoes in
our lives today is a step towards a better future.
Uncover the lives of 20 real-life spies who made it their mission
to uncover the truth and collect secret information from their
enemies... This book presents personal accounts and testimonies
from spies all over the world and throughout history and brings key
moments in history to life for young readers. This book journeys
around the world and delves back and forth in time to introduce
readers to a host of incredible spies who dedicated their lives to
world of espionage. Meet Alan Turing whose work cracking the Enigma
code helped shorten World War II by a number of years and save
countless lives, and let Hedy Lamarr prove to you that looks can be
deceiving as she put her Hollywood glamour on hold to help advance
radio technology. With accounts told through first person
narrative, readers will feel like they're meeting some of the most
infamous spies of all time. From those involved in reconnaissance,
planning and logistics, espionage and development of new
technology, this authentic retelling uncovers the secret life of
spies in a unique and engaging way. With stylish illustrations from
the wonderfully talented Alexander Mostov and informative and
compelling text from Michael Noble, this is the secret life of
spies.
From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little
People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Nikola Tesla, the
scientist and inventor whose groundbreaking inventions we continue
to use today. Since he was a young boy growing up in the Austrian
Empire, Nikola was fascinated by science and numbers. His teachers
knew he had a brilliant mind, but Nikola's irregular routines and
fondness for playing cards meant that he was kicked out of school
before he could finish his exams. However, after working for a
spell at the Budapest Telephone Exchange, where he made several
clever innovations to their electrical systems, he managed to get a
job with Edison Machine Works in New York, U.S.A. In the United
States, Tesla's inquisitive nature and ingenious mind spurred him
on to keep exploring electricity, and he came up with several
groundbreaking inventions during this time, including breakthroughs
in alternating current and wireless remote controls. By the end of
his life, the brilliant inventor had more than 300 patents for
original and unique inventions, and had advanced scientific thought
by a generation. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky
illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical
timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the
iconic scientist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling
series of books and educational games that explore the lives of
outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and
activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began
life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers
inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats.
The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading
aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present
expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you
to collect a selection of the books by theme. Inspire the next
generation of outstanding people who will change the world with
Little People, BIG DREAMS!
Discover the stories of 20 sportspeople who are pushing the limits
of their game and helping to make our world a better place.
Discover 20 incredible true stories of sporting legends. Incredible
facts about each sportsperson’s life and times are accompanied by
bright and accessible illustrations, making this book ideal for
young children wanting to learn about amazing athletes who through
their achievements and action on and off the pitch have changed the
world for the better. Positive, uplifting and packed full of
information, this book will show children that no one is too small
to make a difference. Sportspeople featured: Muhammad Ali; Emma
Raducanu; Tegla Loroupe; LeBron James; Maria Toorpakai; Ludwig
Guttmann; Cathy Freeman; Tom Daley; Palwankar Baloo; Billy Monger;
Morné du Plessis; Sky Brown; Mel Young; Ibtihaj Muhammad; Ellen
MacArthur; Simone Biles; Husnah Kukundakwe; Saeid Mollaei; Megan
Rapinoe; Marcus Rashford. “Uplifting." The Times
Piece together a colorful scene of bright and bold cars and trucks
with Mudpuppy's Monster Trucks 100 Piece Glow in the Dark Puzzle.
Turn out the lights to see the monster trucks glow at night!
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Discover the stories of 20 sportspeople who are pushing the limits
of their game and helping to make our world a better place.
Discover 20 incredible true stories of sporting legends. Incredible
facts about each sportsperson’s life and times are accompanied by
bright and accessible illustrations, making this book ideal for
young children wanting to learn about amazing athletes who through
their achievements and action on and off the pitch have changed the
world for the better. Positive, uplifting and packed full of
information, this book will show children that no one is too small
to make a difference. Sportspeople featured: Muhammad Ali; Emma
Raducanu; Tegla Loroupe; LeBron James; Maria Toorpakai; Ludwig
Guttmann; Cathy Freeman; Tom Daley; Palwankar Baloo; Billy Monger;
Morné du Plessis; Sky Brown; Mel Young; Ibtihaj Muhammad; Ellen
MacArthur; Simone Biles; Husnah Kukundakwe; Saeid Mollaei; Megan
Rapinoe; Marcus Rashford. “Uplifting." The Times
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