Best Selling Books by Anne Millard

Describes the world of the Romans from the founding of the city to the decline of the empire.

An illustrated presentation of the oldest cultures and civilizations of the world.

"Take a breathtaking journey through time as a street evolves from a camp of nomadic hunter-gatherers to the present day."-- p. 4 of cover.

Examines how charioteers and footsoldiers, archers and auxiliaries organised far-reaching military expeditions into unexplored territories. With full-colour illustrations and fact-filled text, you can find out what life was really like for a warrior.

Describes the cultures, cities, people, and objects of ancient civilizations based on evidence from archaeological findings.

This book contains an introduction to world history from the first civilisations to the early 20th century, in short visual chapters.

Describes the dark and middle ages in Europe, the rise of Islam and life in China and Japan.

Examines the Viking way of life including their voyages, conquests, and customs.

The age of great artists, scientists and explorers.

This book introduces the characters and adventures that make up the Norse myths.

Explores some of the mysteries surrounding the life and death of King Tutankhamen and other pharaohs of ancient Egypt.

From the Agricultural Revolution to the American Civil War; from the French Revolution to the Crimean War, this volume provides a starting point for children to acquire an overview of world history.

This superbly illustrated reference guide to the Greek myths includes brief outlines of all the most famous stories, brought to life with pictures by Rodney Matthews. This book features a densely packed Who''s Who with over 200 entries which provide vital information on the family, career, personality and supernatural attributes of the Greek gods, heroes and monsters. This book is a thrilling introduction to the characters and adventures that make up the Greek myths, and can be used, in particular, as a source of inspiration for role-playing gamers. Book jacket.

Looks at history''s unanswered questions and the mysteries of ancient civilizations including, archaeology, lost cultures, mysterious objects (i.e. Stone Henge) and people of legend. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

This pictorial reference makes ancient history relevant to children by giving them an enthralling look at the daily life of the past. Readers can explore origins of writing, crafts, politics, and more. Includes time charts, indexes, and aerial views of ancient sites. Full-color illustrations.

Describes the pyramids of Egypt and the Americas and their significance in the social, political, and religious life of long-vanished civilizations.

The story of our world from stone age settlements to ancient Egypt.

An in-depth look at how people lived in the past, from the Cro-Magnon era to the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

Discusses the rise and fall of the great empires of Egypt, Assyria, and Babylon and other exciting events of the period 1500 BC to 500 BC.

Introducing children to core Christian values, this book encourages readers to learn and practice qualities such as patience, forgiveness, kindness, responsibility, honesty, and helping others, and features anecdotes relating to young children''s everyday experiences. Illustrations.

Ancient Olympic Games - Athens - Jewellery - Family life - Education.

Simple text, stunning photos, detailed illustrations and links to exciting websites introduces readers to the fascinating world of history!.

Introduces the civilization of the ancient Egyptians.

Follows the historical events of the Stuart era, and looks at daily life during this time. Topics include the Civil War, monarchs, religious life, life at court, exploration and empire, trade and industry, and science and medicine. Suggested level: intermediate, junior secondary.

From the ancient ziggurats of Mesopotamia to the step pyramids of the Maya, the engrossing text and detailed pictures of Pyramids provides a thorough historical overview of all types of pyramids. This reference also reveals how these structures were constructed, what was kept inside them, and why they were important. Illustrated glossary. Full-color.

Examines the language, social life, religion, culture, and warfare of the ancient Greeks.

Describes the dark and middle ages in Europe, the rise of Islam and life in China and Japan.

Brief illustrated summary of history from the Renaissance until 1750.

Identifies the gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters of Greek mythology, recounts the most famous stories, and briefly describes Greek history and culture.

This is an introduction to the characters and adventures that make up the Norse myths.