New Releases by Struan Reid

Biography of world explorer Ferdinand Magellan, famous for organizing the expedition that proved one could circumnavigate the world.

This bumper collection of projects provides hours of creative fun and gives amazing insights into history.

A biography of Ferdinand Magellan. As well as providing a full life story and analysis of his work, it places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book includes quotes and writings from newspapers and journals of the time; a look at the ongoing impact of his work; and information about his rivals and the men and women who affected his life and work.

Biographies of people who were pioneers and achievers. 11 yrs+

Describes castles of the Middle Ages as well as various aspects of the life of the people who lived in them.

-- Looks at men and women whose discoveries and achievements have changed the world-- Charts, diagrams and archival photographs provide detailed historical facts

Surveys lost treasures around the world, including pirate loot and treasures lost in wars and natural disasters.

This book contains facts about everyday life for the Native Americans, as well as their origin and their relationship with the first white men.

Illustrates and explains the world of the medieval castle.

An introduction to Viking civilization, including who they were, and how they lived, dressed, and worshipped. Includes addresses of Internet sites about the Vikings.

The history of humankind is built on a series of technological innovations and inventions-from the horsebit and the wheel to the microchip and the computer. Over the centuries, the exchange of these technologies has inspired new developments and improvements. It is through trade that much of this exchange has taken place. Across Asia, the paths of the Silk and Spice Routes brought together many different peoples to trade and so gather knowledge of each other''s science and inventions. In this way, some of the most fundamental technologies, including writing, weaving and agriculture, have evolved and developed. Splendidly illustrated with dozens of historic visuals, Inventions and Trade explores the process of invention technological exchange, and the massive contribution made to it by the Silk and Spice Routes.

The history of humankind, its cultures and civilizations, is inextricably linked with the development of trade. Cities grew up around the markets it took place in and empires were built on the wealth it created. Across Asia, the paths of the Silk and Spice Routes brought together the many different peoples of these empires and cites. When meeting to trade, they not only exchanged precious goods but also the ideas and beliefs that shaped each of their cultures--ideas expressed in their lifestyles, their arts and even in the goods they had to sell. By these means, cultures slowly changed, amalgated and developed. Splendidly illustrated with dozens of historic visuals, Cultures and Civilizations explores the interrelations of trade and cultures as they developed along the Silk and Spice Routes.

This book traces the history of technological developments, revealing the successes and failures of inventors all over the world.

Discusses the opening of trade routes between Europe and Asia and explores the impact of the spice trade carried on over these routes.

Expert advice that combines tips and techniques with test exercises and practice ideas

Expert advice that combines tips and techniques with test exercises and practice ideas

Did you know: There are earthquakes on the moon known as moonquakes. Footprints left on the moon by the Apollo astronauts will probably be visible for at least 10 million years. Space Facts and Lists has hundreds of fascinating facts that will help you understand our universe. You can find out about the different planets that make up our solar system, about asteroids, comets and meteors and about the life of stars. It shows you the position of the solar system in our galaxy, the Milky Way, and the Milky Way''s position among the million of other galaxies. So get onboard, and get ready to blast into an outer world of adventure.

Cet ouvrage est une réédition numérique d’un livre paru au XXe siècle, désormais indisponible dans son format d’origine.

-- Indispensable homework aids and reference sources-- Definitions supported by detailed pictures and diagrams-- Topics arranged thematically so that words are explained in context-- Fully integrated system of cross referencing plus a comprehensive index