Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Put your detective skills to the ultimate test in this fiendish puzzle activity book. This book features a series of thrilling detective cases to work through, with brain-boggling puzzles to crack along the way. And the best part is YOU are the private investigator at the centre of the action. Can you track down a stolen ancient artefact, figure out who hacked the mayor’s computer network or solve a haunted house mystery? How about figuring out who has stolen an inventor’s prized robot? Other cases to investigate include a dognapping, a runaway train, a fairground mystery, an undercover mission and a tropical island puzzler. Crack codes, solve mazes, follow clues, figure out logic puzzles and so much more in this fun and engrossing collection of activities. With 10 cases to crack, you’ll be proving your worth as a super sleuth in no time!

A new title in the 'Buster Laugh-a-lot' series, this hilarious collection features over 150 simple and super-silly gags for 5-year-olds to share. Doctor, Doctor, I feel like a sheep. Oh no, that sounds baaaaaaaaaad. What’s orange and sounds like a parrot? A carrot. How do you start a bear race? Ready, teddy, go! Designed to be read by an adult to the child so they can share the giggles together, and with wonderfully funny illustrations for extra laughs, this laugh-out-loud collection will keep jokers entertained for hours on end. Also available in the 'Buster Laugh-a-lot' series: 9781780556260 Jokes for Funny Kids: 6 Year Olds 9781780556246 Jokes for Funny Kids: 7 Year Olds 9781780556253 Jokes for Funny Kids: 8 Year Olds 9781780557168 The Jumbo Joke Book for Funny Kids 9781780557083 The Christmas Joke Book for Funny Kids 9781780557847 Animal Jokes for Funny Kids 9781780557854 Knock Knock Jokes for Funny Kids 9781780559070 Dinosaur Jokes for Funny Kids 9781780559087 Silly Jokes for Funny Kids Publishing in 2023: 9781780559643 Jokes for Funny Kids: 9 Year Olds 9781780559650 Jokes for Funny Kids: 10 Year Olds 9781780559438 Gross Jokes for Funny Kids

"Yuck!" "Ewwww!" "NOOOOO!" Prepare yourself to yell all of these things when you read this spectacularly disgusting collection of the burpiest, fartiest, smelliest, squelchiest jokes around. Why did the baker have smelly hands? Because he kneaded a poo. Why was the sand wet? Because the sea weed. What’s the difference between bogeys and broccoli? Kids won’t eat broccoli. This gleefully revolting book is packed full of over 300 of the grossest jokes ever, plus loads of hilariously revolting illustrations. Also available in the 'Buster Laugh-a-lot' series: 9781780556260 Jokes for Funny Kids: 6 Year Olds 9781780556246 Jokes for Funny Kids: 7 Year Olds 9781780556253 Jokes for Funny Kids: 8 Year Olds 9781780557168 The Jumbo Joke Book for Funny Kids 9781780557083 The Christmas Joke Book for Funny Kids 9781780557847 Animal Jokes for Funny Kids 9781780557854 Knock Knock Jokes for Funny Kids 9781780559070 Dinosaur Jokes for Funny Kids 9781780559087 Silly Jokes for Funny Kids Publishing in 2023: 9781780559636 Jokes for Funny Kids: 5 Year Olds 9781780559643 Jokes for Funny Kids: 9 Year Olds 9781780559650 Jokes for Funny Kids: 10 Year Olds

Head back to the time of the dinosaurs with this colourful, fun-packed dinosaur activity book. Dinosaurs are as popular as ever with young readers, and dino-fans will love this adventure through prehistory. Starting in the Permian period and moving all the way through to the Ice Age, each era is full of puzzles and facts. Find what prey a Dimetrodon is hunting, survive a raptor maze, learn how to draw a T. rex and much, much more. Join the dots, spot the differences, follow the lines, colour-in and search for loads of ancient animals in jam-packed seek-and-find scenes. Along the way, readers can also discover fascinating facts about prehistoric creatures and their amazing lives and habitats. For example, did you know that ‘Velociraptor’ means ‘swift thief’, or that pterosaurs were around for over 150 million years? Find out all of this and more in this awesome activity book.

The monarch is the United Kingdom's head of state, exercising powers that are circumscribed by common law, convention, and statute law. Nowadays, many of the sovereign's functions are ceremonial but in the past the balance between ceremony and decision-making was very different. The foundations of the modern monarchy were laid more than a millennium ago, in Anglo-Saxon and Celtic Britain, so its modern form is a stage in an evolution that has been shaped by attitudes towards divorce, the changing role of women, the democratization of society, dynastic intermarriage, financial demands, religious convictions, struggles for economic and political power, and territorial aggrandizement. Covering some of the most famous figures in world history, including William the Conqueror, Henry VIII, and Queens Victoria, Elizabeth I, and Elizabeth II, the Historical Dictionary of the British Monarchy provides a chronology starting with the year 495 and continuing to the present day, an introductory essay, an extensive bibliography, and over 600 cross-referenced dictionary entries on significant persons, places, events, institutions, and other aspects of British culture, society, economy, and politics. This book is a must for anyone interested in the British monarchy.

A laugh-out-loud book based on everyone's favourite game, Would You Rather? Would you rather ... Be able to fly or be able to turn invisible? Eat rotten eggs or drink expired milk? Have hands for feet or have feet for hands? Containing hundreds of devious dilemmas and quick-witted questions on the silly, smelly and everything in between, this is a game book like no other. Featuring themed sections, flowcharts and treasure hunts as a fresh take on the format, it's guaranteed to keep children (and adults!) entertained for hours on end.

The foundations of the British monarchy date from the era, more than a millennium ago, when Anglo-Saxon, Celtic, and Viking peoples competed for dominance. Early sovereigns exercised near-absolute power but over time that authority dwindled as the changing role of women, the democratization of society, dynastic intermarriage, financial demands, religious convictions, struggles for economic and political control, and territorial aggrandizement combined to promote change. The strengths and weaknesses of rulers such as William the Conqueror, Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, and Mary, Queen of Scots, and Queen Elizabeth also contributed to the evolution of the monarchy and are documented here. Historical Dictionary of the British Monarchy, Second Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 800 cross-referenced entries that cover significant events, places, institutions, and other aspects of British culture, economics, politics, and society. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the British monarchy.

Jane Ellen Panton (1847 1923) was the second daughter of the artist William Powell Frith, and an expert on domestic issues. First published in 1896, this is her guide to creating the 'dream house'. In it she draws on the experiences of Deborah and Dick, clients who sought her advice after looking unsuccessfully for a suitable home. The book is based on the notion that turning an existing building into a dream house is impossible, and begins by offering advice on finding land and building on it to create a home that could be 'the cradle of the race', passed on to successive generations. Panton devotes a chapter to each of the different parts of the house, from the governess's rooms to the maids' quarters. Providing a revealing insight into domestic middle-class tastes and concerns in late nineteenth-century England, this book remains of interest to social historians.

"How much do you know about the art that surrounds you? There are amazing stories behind some of our best-known (and lesser-known) paintings. Some works of art are created by wacky geniuses and others by dark, tormented talents. Some artists have become even more famous than the work they created, because of the weird and wonderful methods they used. Where else but the art world can you find secret codes, sneaky heists, mysterious myths and even some very talented animals? A perfect pocket money purchase for young artists! Filled with over 250 facts about art, colours, artists and lots, lots more!"

Pantone is the world's leading color authority, and its color chip design is iconic. Set ablaze with a selection of hues from the Pantone graphics palette, this journal is a must-have for those who covet chic design.