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New Releases by Jane Bingham

Jane Bingham is the author of Stress and Depression (2009), World Geography Encyclopedia (2009), Marie Antoinette (2008), Elizabeth I (2008), How People Lived in Ancient Rome (2008).

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Stress and Depression

release date: Jan 01, 2009
Stress and Depression
- In-depth coverage ideal for student reports - Topics correlated to health education curriculum standards - Series developed in consultation with a mental health consultant - Case studies present real-world scenarios - Reader-friendly It''s a Fact and In Focus boxes with current statistics and topical information - Full-color photographs that connect readers to the text - Resources for support, assistance, or further information - Glossary to help build health literacy, Index

World Geography Encyclopedia

release date: Jan 01, 2009
World Geography Encyclopedia
A brand new edition of this comprehensive geography title, placing the world at your fingertips and explaining key topics in a lively and accessible way.

Marie Antoinette

release date: Oct 04, 2008
Marie Antoinette
A brief biography of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, describing her life, marriage to Louis XVI, the French Revolution, and her execution.

Elizabeth I

release date: Oct 04, 2008
Elizabeth I
Describes the life and reign of Elizabeth I, from her early childhood and the political scandals surrounding her family to her reign as the formidable Queen of England.

How People Lived in Ancient Rome

release date: Jul 15, 2008
How People Lived in Ancient Rome
Describes everyday life among the ancient Romans, covering family life, marriage, leisure, education, clothing, food and drink, warfare, religion, and funerals.

Eating Disorders

release date: Jul 01, 2008
Eating Disorders
Outlines the principal eating disorders and discusses prevention and treatment.

ALEXANDER THE GREAT(USBORNE YOUNG READING 3)

release date: Jun 28, 2008

Bags, Belts and Jewellery

release date: Jan 01, 2008
Bags, Belts and Jewellery
Bags, belts and jewellery are all practical and decorative, and can come in a wide range of styles and materials. Belts can hold up clothing and contain pockets to carry things in, bags can carry anything from money to books and weekend clothes while jewellery is decorative and can tell us something about the wearer.

Impressionism

release date: Jan 01, 2008
Impressionism
How did the Impressionists get their name? Who were the most famous Impressionists? Did the Impressionist style have a lasting impact? ''Impressionism'' answers all these questions. It also discusses how and why the Impressionist movement began, looks at how the Impressionists captured the changing effects of light and color in nature, and examines the different subjects Impressionist artists chose for their paintings. ''Art on the Wall'' is an exciting and informative series that explores a range of art movements and styles. Each title in the series looks at the history behind the movement and discusses the techniques used by its artists. The text is supported with stunning paintings and other artworks that illustrate each art style. The titles also include biographies of well-known artists and try-it-yourself activities that encourage readers to create their works of art using the techniques of the movement.

Welcome to the Ancient Olympics!

release date: Jan 01, 2008
Welcome to the Ancient Olympics!
This title discusses topics such as the ancient Olympic events, what the stadium looked like and ancient Olympic ceremonies.

Captain Cook's Pacific Explorations

release date: Jan 01, 2008
Captain Cook's Pacific Explorations
Describes the voyages of the eighteenth-century British explorer and navigator and his exploration of Tahiti, New Zealand, Australia, Antarctica, and the Hawaiian Islands.

Costume Around the World

release date: Jan 01, 2008
Costume Around the World
Describes the traditions and origins of clothing in Mexico.

Inca Empire

release date: Dec 05, 2007
Inca Empire
A description of life in the Inca empire written in the form of a travel guide.

Aztec Empire

release date: Dec 05, 2007
Aztec Empire
A description of life in the Aztec empire written in the form of a travel guide.

Living in the Australian Outback

release date: Jan 01, 2007
Living in the Australian Outback
Wat are the hundreds of dreaming tracks in the desert? What happens at a corroboree? What would you do with a witchetty grub? Many Australian Aboriginal people live in the enormous region called the Central Desert in Australia. There are a lot of weird and wonderful things in the desert, including giant blood-red rocks, wallabies, carpet snakes, and honey ants. Book jacket.

The Inca Empire

release date: Jan 01, 2007
The Inca Empire
A description of life in the Inca empire written in the form of a travel guide.

The Aztec Empire

release date: Jan 01, 2007
The Aztec Empire
A description of life in the Aztec empire written in the form of a travel guide.

Men, Women and Children in Ancient Rome

release date: Jan 01, 2007
Men, Women and Children in Ancient Rome
Everyone''s role is important in creating a balanced society and the book looks at the work, education, entertainment, home life and family life of Roman men, women and children. This book supports the National Curriculum by showing what we can learn about the Ancient Romans from the evidence that has survived to this day. A series of ''real lives'' panels gives tells the stories of people who lived during the period.

Internet Freedom

release date: Jan 01, 2007
Internet Freedom
We rely on the media to give us information about internet freedom. But how do we know what are the real stories behind the news? Should people be allowed to do what they like on the Internet, or should there be laws to stop activities such as piracy and spamming? How would you decide?

The Billy Goats Gruff

release date: Jan 01, 2007
The Billy Goats Gruff
In this retelling of a Norwegian folktale, three clever billy goats attempt to outwit a big, ugly troll that lives under the bridge they must cross on their way up the mountain.

The Story of Trains

release date: Jan 01, 2007
The Story of Trains
Specially written for younger readers, the books in this series give children an insight into popular subjects, and engage them with lively text and humorous illustrations.

The Human Body From Head to Toe

release date: Jan 01, 2007

Illusion Art

release date: Oct 12, 2006
Illusion Art
This book looks at how some artists play tricks with the viewer and confuse us with their fascinating optical illusions. This book will help students discover and understand the world of illusion art and inspire them to create their own optical illusions.

Emotion and Relationships

release date: Jan 01, 2006
Emotion and Relationships
In each period of history, in every country, artists have been inspired by emotion and relationships. They have created works that show every type of emotion, from fear and sadness, to madness, joy, and love. Artists have explored the relationships within families, between lovers, or between individuals and the world around them. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. Emotion is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book..

Smoking

release date: Jan 01, 2006
Smoking
This title looks at Smoking and the pros and cons of making particular choices young people must make about their behavior. Up-to-date and detailed information make this a valuable books for understanding what is at stake.

Society and Class

release date: Jan 01, 2006
Society and Class
Society and class influence all cultures and have always inspired important works of art. For thousands of years, artists have been holding up a mirror to our world. Through their images, we can see the way that people of different classes have lived, and how they have related to each other in society. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. Art is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book.

The Living World

release date: Jan 01, 2006
The Living World
Each region of the world has produced artwork inspired and influenced by nature. Over thousands of years, artists have created millions of images of animals and plants. These may be sculptures, cave paintings, costumes, or other types of image, but they all express the artists'' fascination with the living world around them. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. Art is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book.

Johnny Depp

release date: Jan 01, 2006
Johnny Depp
Describes the life and career of the critically acclaimed actor, Johnny Depp.

War and Conflict

release date: Jan 01, 2006
War and Conflict
Every region of the world has produced artwork inspired and influenced by war. Since ancient times, artists have created images of warriors, brave leaders, and battle-torn landscapes. Often, they have tried to alter their society''s views on war through art. Using many different forms of expression, artists have created their own history of conflict. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. The subject of war and conflict is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book.

The Hindenburg 1937

release date: Jan 01, 2006
The Hindenburg 1937
The airship Hindenburg is the largest aircraft that has ever flown. It was almost as long as the Titanic and 13 storeys high. It had airy promenades to walk along, a baby grand piano in the lounge, and a library. Its wealthy and important passengers relaxed in the smoking room and enjoyed luxury meals cooked on board. Yet the airship was kept in the sky by a dangerous gas that is explosive when mixed with air. It just needed one spark. A gripping read on a famous tragedy, Includes firsthand accounts of that fatal journey, Includes timelines and a glossary, Suggests further reading and ideas for research. Book jacket.
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