"Step into the world of ancient Rome and meet its emperors, gods, soldiers, and gladiators. Who were Rome's most famous emperors? What was everyday life like for a soldier in the Roman army? How did the citizens of ancient Rome live? Did gladiators really fight to the death in the mighty Colosseum? Find out the answers to all these questions, and many more, in Eyewitness Ancient Rome. Photographs of real artefacts and detailed illustrations will help...

There is no one left -- Mistress Mary quite contrary -- Across the moor -- Martha -- Cry in the corridor -- "There was someone crying-there was!" -- Key of the garden -- Robin who showed the way -- Strangest house anyone ever lived in -- Dickon -- Nest of the missel thrush -- "Might I have a bit of earth?" -- "I am Colin" -- Young Rajah -- Nest building -- "I won't!" said Mary -- Tantrum -- "Tha' munnot waste no time" -- "It has come!" -- "I shall...

Documents the history and significance of mummies, both natural and man-made, and describes the principles and ceremonies associated with them.

A brief introduction to the day-to-day life of cowboys in the American West.

Learn facts about the state of Virginia.

This is the only book that creative kids will ever need for rainy days. The chances are that once kids get their hands on this book, they will not mind if it rains every day! And who could blame them with 123 wonderful and wacky projects to make for themselves, for their room, their family and friends. Nimble fingers can model ferocious beasts and cosmic superheroes, or create beautiful pots, jewelry and even a working clock! Plain T-shirts can be...

In the 1920's, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma. After oil was discovered beneath their land, they rode in chauffeured cars and lived in mansions. Then, one by one, the Osage began to be killed. Some were shot and poisoned, some died under mysterious circumstances, and many who investigated were themselves murdered. As the death toll rose, the case was taken up by the newly created FIB. Director,...

"This revised edition surveys key aspects of snow leopards, describing these non-roaring Central Asian cats' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why sow leopards have spotted fur." --Provided by publisher.

Introduces the habitat and characteristics of the beluga whale.

An introduction to deer that discusses their physical characteristics, natural habitats, diet, life cycle, and other related topics.