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The welcome given to refugees from fascist Europe is part of our
fond nostalgia for Britain’s role in the Second World War,
nestling in our imagination next to images of evacuees clutching
teddy bears, and milkmen picking their way through bomb rubble
during the Blitz. But there is a darker side to this story. Then,
as now, there was great suspicion, resentment and fear towards new
arrivals, much of it kindled by the tabloid press. Then, as now,
politicians dealt with a reluctance to accommodate refugees by
hiding behind bureaucratic hurdles and obfuscation. Many of the
10,000 Kindertransport children who arrived here in the late 1930s
have warm memories of the kindness they were shown, but half a
million refugees were refused entry and most of them died as a
result. And those who were accepted found their troubles far from
over. While Britain fearfully awaited invasion in 1940, 30,000 Jews
were interned as ‘enemy aliens’ and some were sent off to the
colonies on dangerous and sometimes fatal voyages. Nor were Jews
the only refugees clamouring for the thin gruel of public sympathy.
Those fleeing fascism and civil war elsewhere in Europe found that
whether they were met with kindness or hostility depended on the
locals’ political affiliations and newspapers of choice.
Interweaving personal testimonies with historical sources, Paul
Dowswell casts a fresh eye on the wartime era, painting a vivid
picture of what life was really like for Britain’s refugees.
Thrilling historical adventure set during the English peasants'
revolt of 1381, by Paul Dowswell, the author of Auslander, and Wolf
Children. It's 1381 and the king, Richard II, has imposed a new tax
on the people. In the village of Aylesford, Tilda and her ploughman
father were already struggling to make ends meet. As serfs they
have no rights to move freely or earn wages for their work. Tilda
is desperate for a better life than the village can offer, so when
the villagers begin to rebel she is swept up in the excitement.
Tilda and her father travel to London with the others to petition
the king, but the peaceful rebellion they hoped for soon ignites
into violence, mayhem and treachery. Tilda's fight for a better
life is only just beginning... This page-turning adventure sheds
new light on a period of history which is covered in the KS3
curriculum, and will have readers gripped from start to finish.
How does a whale breathe? How does a snake see in the dark? Why do
zebras have stripes? This fascinating book has all the answers and
more. Simple, easy-to-read text, detailed illustrations and
extrordinary wildlife photography introduce children to the wonders
of the animal kingdom. Links to exciting recommended websites make
this a fantastic resource for use at home or school.
An accessible and thought-provoking introduction to the First World
War and the Second World War, stunningly illustrated with dramatic
contemporary photographs, paintings, posters and maps. This
beautifully presented hardback book tells the story of both
conflicts, from the trenches of the First World War to the battles
and Blitz of World War Two. Please note this title is a combined
volume containing Introduction to the First World War and
Introduction to the Second World War.
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Bomber (Paperback)
Paul Dowswell
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R251
R205
Discovery Miles 2 050
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ONE IN FIVE NEVER RETURNED. Every boy dreams of flying, but in war
that dream can turn into a nightmare. Harry Friedman is the gunner
of the Macey May, an American Flying Fortress stationed in East
Anglia. The Second World War is raging and the Nazis have swept
over Europe. The crews of every Flying Fortress face terrible odds
on their bombing missions. To make it through alive, Harry will
need luck on his side and courage ... Courage to keep going when he
has watched close friends die. Courage to confront a terrible evil.
And the courage to make it home from deep behind enemy lines.
Nail-biting tension and compelling storytelling combine with
Dowswell's meticulous research to deliver a page-turner for fans of
John Boyne, Morris Gleitzman and Marcus Zusak.
A bright, lively introduction to space with simple text, amazing
photographs and detailed illustrations. Provides simple
explanations to questions such as "What are stars made of?" "Why
does the Moon shine?" and "What do space toilets look like?"
Includes free downloadable pictures and internet links to carefully
selected fun websites.
A write-in activity book to help children plan, plot and write
their own adventure stories. Each colourful page is full of
inspiring ideas for writing thrilling adventure stories about
explorers, spies, daring rescues, ghosts, aliens, heroes and
villains and lots more. Fun activities such as creating a character
and "what happens next?" help children to create characters,
develop plot and stage all important action scenes, until they are
racing through their own short stories.
Discover the weird and wonderful world of witches and warlocks down
the centuries - the facts, the myths, the folk tales and the
horrifying truths. This title features over 300 colour photographs
and illustrations that include medieval drawings, step-by-step
instructions, maps, and cross-section of a wizard's workshop. It
provides lots of magical things to make and do with 12 step-by-step
projects - including making masks and costumes, carving a Halloween
pumpkin, and making charms and spell-bags. It offers fact-boxes and
accessible information for home reference and school projects. This
is a stimulating and enjoyable reference and activity book for 8-
to 12 year-olds at home and school. Seek out the practice of magic
around the world and through the ages, from the spirit-worship of
ancient civilizations to the spells and potions of modern-day
witches. To help you find out more about this magical world, there
are 12 step-by-step projects to make learning fun and challenging.
Fact-boxes and accessible information make this the perfect
introduction to the subject: the book is ideal for home reference
and school projects. Over 300 photographs and historic
illustrations include medieval drawings, astrological symbols,
step-by-step instructions, fine art paintings, maps, and cut-aways
of the amazing inside view of the wizard's workshop.
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Auslander (Paperback)
Paul Dowswell
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R281
R230
Discovery Miles 2 300
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When Peter's parents are killed, he is sent to an orphanage in
Warsaw. Then German soldiers take him away to be measured and
assessed. They decide that Peter is racially valuable. He is
Volksdeutscher: of German blood. With his blond hair, blue eyes,
and acceptably proportioned head, he looks just like the boy on the
Hitler-Jugend poster. Someone important will want to adopt Peter.
They do. Professor Kaltenbach is very pleased to welcome such a
fine Aryan specimen to his household. People will be envious. But
Peter is not quite the specimen they think. He is forming his own
ideas about what he is seeing, what he is told. Peter doesn't want
to be a Nazi, and so he is going to take a very dangerous risk. The
most dangerous risk he could possibly choose to take in Berlin in
1942.
Sam is desperate to leave his sleepy Norfolk village and see the
world. He seizes the chance to join a merchant ship, but soon
discovers that a life at sea is harsh and often short, especially
when his ship is attacked by a French privateer. About to be
boarded, they fear all is lost, but the privateers are driven off
by the appearance of a Royal Navy ship. Sam's relief is
short-lived. Soon after, another Navy ship sends over a press gang,
and he is forced to join the frigate Miranda. War with France and
Spain is raging and Sam is caught in the middle with a dangerous
job as a powder monkey in the company of a brutal crew. This is an
amazingly well-researched adventure giving a glimpse of one boy's
incredible life at sea.
Discover amazing true survival stories of people stranded alone in
the wildest places on Earth, and learn simple and useful survival
techniques in this fascinating information book. With dramatic
photographs, detailed diagrams and cartoon-strip stories, plus
links to exciting websites with video clips and more information.
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