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The inspiring stories of 50 key figures in Great Britain's history,
who had an impact on the ways we live, think and feel today.
Throughout the centuries, the history of this small island nation
has been shaped by the people who were born in Britain or arrived
on its shores. From early Britons to modern pioneers, leaders,
writers, athletes and activists, this country has contained a
wealth of incredible talent, only made 'greater' by our history of
immigration, integration and innovation. This beautiful
large-format gift hardback features stunning full-colour artwork
throughout. Each page spread is devoted to a tale of an incredible
Briton, told by talented writer and children's book critic Imogen
Russell Williams and brought to life by Sara Mulvanny's vivid
illustration. Discover the enthralling and diverse stories of 50
brilliant Britons through the ages, from the warrior queen Boudicca
of early Britain, who rose in revolt against the Romans, to
activist Malala Yousafzai, who fights for every girl's right to an
education today. The gripping tales include key figures from all
areas of British life - science, medicine, entertainment, sports,
activism and more. Featuring the inspirational lives and
achievements of amazing people such as Florence Nightingale, Alan
Turing, Mary Prince, Stormzy, Charles Darwin and Noor Inayat Khan,
Great Britons is not only a celebration of our history as an
island, but also as part of a far larger and greater world.
Celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the incredible history of
HM Queen Elizabeth II's 70-year reign, told through the enthralling
life stories of 25 amazing people who have called Britain home. The
reign of HM Queen Elizabeth II has been long and eventful. Over the
past 70 years, Great Britain has seen incredible changes in the
ways we live, think and feel, shaped by the inspiring people who
were born in Britain or arrived on its shores. As we approach the
Platinum Jubilee in June 2022, learn about the Queen's life and 25
other amazing history-makers - from modern pioneers, leaders and
scientists to writers, athletes and activists - in this beautifully
illustrated special edition paperback. Each page spread is devoted
to a tale of an incredible Briton, told by talented writer and
children's book critic Imogen Russell Williams and brought to life
by Sara Mulvanny's vivid colour illustration. The book also
features a gloriously illustrated timeline, showing key events from
Queen Elizabeth's long reign. Discover the life-changing events of
the last 70 years, from the foundation of the NHS by Aneurin Bevan
to the creation of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine by Sarah
Gilbert. Learn about how amazing activists like Paul Stephenson and
Malala Yousafzai fought hard for equal rights for all, and
scientists like Stephen Hawking and Tim Berners-Lee made incredible
advances that allowed us to know more about the universe, or
communicate in a whole new way via the Internet. The diverse tales
include key figures from all areas of British life - science,
medicine, entertainment, sports, activism and more. Featuring the
inspirational lives and achievements of amazing people such as Alan
Turing, Malorie Blackman, Stormzy and Tanni Grey-Thompson, Great
Elizabethans is not only a glorious celebration of Queen
Elizabeth's reign, but also the citizens who have contributed to
such an incredible 70 years.
Get ready to go back in time to discover one of history's most
fascinating civilizations -- Ancient Egypt! Packed with stories of
pyramids, mummies, pharaohs, gods, and more, this illustrated
introduction to Egyptology is perfect for curious kids ages 8 to
11. Author Heather Alexander leads young readers from the very
beginning of the kingdom 4,500 years ago through the reign of
Cleopatra in 31 BC. Included throughout are beautifully illustrated
profiles of gods and goddesses like Ra, the god of the sun, and
Isis, the goddesses of magic, as well as information about scribes,
priests, and other notable Egyptians. Kids will learn about the
great pharaohs like Ramses II and Nefertiti, how the magnificent
Great Pyramid in Giza was built, an in-depth explanation of how
Tutankhamun's tomb was found, and even how mummies were made. This
fact-filled book with original illustrations, a removable
hieroglyphics poster, and activities like How to Mummify an Apple
and Create Your Own Papyrus is perfect for every young, budding
Egyptologist.
Elsie witnesses the rise of antisemitic fascism in 1930s London in
this gripping new story from award-winning author Tanya Landman.
Life has always been tough on the streets of Stepney, where Elsie
and her brother Mikey are growing up in a vermin-infested slum
nicknamed "Paradise". But the rise of antisemitic fascist Oswald
Mosley and his Blackshirts in the 1930s stirs up trouble between
families who have lived closely together for years, and Elsie sees
friendships torn apart. When Elsie and Mikey attend a Mosley rally,
intending to heckle and cause trouble, they soon see how dangerous
the situation has become, but out in the streets the fascists find
that people will stand and fight against them and against hatred in
what becomes the dramatic Battle of Cable Street.
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