Author: Tony Bradman Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1472929330 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 129
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"I've fought every kind of barbarian, but the Britons are by far the worst..." Marcus is excited about travelling to Britannia, the island at the edge of the world. But the Britons are savages who tattoo themselves and take the heads of their enemies in battle. They won't bow down to the rule of Rome. As Marcus travels to meet his father he meets a barbarian chief instead and his destiny is changed forever, along with that of Britannia...
Author: L. E. Snellgrove Publisher: Addison-Wesley Longman Limited ISBN: 9780582317840 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 269
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An overview of the historical period during which explorers conquered "new worlds" and England was governed by monarchs from Henry VII to William of Orange.
Author: Britannica Educational Publishing Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing ISBN: 1622751590 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 175
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While the ancient Roman pantheon in many ways resembles that of ancient Greece, there is much that sets apart Roman mythology. Romans also borrowed from the religions of ancient Egypt, Asia Minor, and the Middle East, and legendary figures such as Romulus and Remus, tied closely to the history of Rome, feature prominently in ancient stories. The major and lesser figures of Roman mythology are presented in this vibrant volume with sidebars spotlighting related facts and concepts about Roman mythology and religion.
Author: James Davies Publisher: Templar Publishing ISBN: 1787413780 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 63
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There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for readers who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Rome from gladiators to day to day life, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the bestselling Horrible Histories series. James Davies' stunning artwork and infographics provide a fresh nonfiction approach that is sure to captivate young readers.
Author: Jeremy Strong Publisher: Penguin UK ISBN: 0141357940 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 133
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Perilus is a Roman boy who is crazy about chariot racing. He loves to practise in his own homemade chariot (pulled by the family goat) and dreams of riding in the Circus Maximus himself one day. But when Perilus's hero, the brilliant charioteer Scorcha , goes missing on the day of the big race, Perilus finds his wish coming true sooner than he'd imagined!
Author: Anita Ganeri Publisher: Raintree ISBN: 1406270482 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 34
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This series introduces significant periods of British history from a child's viewpoint. It explains general features of each period, but focuses on what life was like for children, including where they lived, what they learned at school and where they worked. The text is supported by primary source material, including paintings, artefacts, and quotes. A final section explains how we use historical evidence to reconstruct the past.
Author: Captivating History Publisher: Captivating History ISBN: 9781637162620 Category : Languages : en Pages : 98
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Who was Mansa Musa? And why was he important? In the grand scheme of things, very little is known of Mansa Musa's life. We know that he was one of the greatest emperors of the Mali Empire. And we know that he was actually one of the richest men of all time due to the enormous gold deposits in West Africa that were under his dominion, but large parts of Mansa Musa's life remain a mystery. We know, for example, that he later expanded the reach of the Mali Empire considerably, eventually incorporating the legendary Timbuktu into his realm. Such things certainly make for fascinating tales, but the truth is much of Mansa Musa's early life is virtually unknown. This is largely due to the fact that Mansa Musa did not have a biography of his exploits written about him during the time in which he lived. Rather than a written record, the narrative of his exploits that are remembered come down to us through the lore of the griot-Mali's oral storytellers. The tales that these bards spin are indeed riveting, but they tend to focus on certain key events in Mansa Musa's later life. The epic journey of Mansa's hajj to Mecca is covered, and so are some other key parts of his personal history. But many other aspects still draw a blank. Here in this text, however, we have really run the gamut when it comes to uncovering the life of Mansa Musa. Utilizing both the testimony of Arab chroniclers familiar with Mali and Mansa Musa, the oral stories of the griot, and archaeological evidence, we have put together a book that captures the essence of who Mansa Musa was and what he tried to accomplish. His story is like some great mosaic that has fractured over the centuries, but we have pieced it all together to present to you the best portrait possible of Mansa Musa and the life he lived. In this book, you will learn about: The backstory of the Mali Empire and its founders The rise of Mansa Musa as the emperor The transition of Mali from a pagan to a Muslim Kingdom Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca The incorporation of Timbuktu into the Mali Empire Mansa Musa's successors Mansa Musa's legacy And much more! Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to learn more about the history of Mansa Musa!
Author: Alex Woolf Publisher: Badger Publishing ISBN: 1784649090 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 32
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For nearly four centuries, the Romans ruled Britain. In a land of hill forts, farms and muddy tracks, they built great cities, ruler-straight roads, bath-houses and luxurious villas. Learn all about life in Roman Britain, from their banquets to their gladiator shows, their togas to their temples, and much more. Made for the KS2 History curriculum, these eight titles are packed with amazing historical facts and inspiring images. These handy guides explore the distant past, surviving historical evidence and the impact of our ancestors on our lives today.
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