Children’s / Teenage general interest: Communities, places and peoples

Book SynopsisEver wondered about the people who keep our streets clean and take away our rubbish? What is it like to work as a refuse collector? In this book you will meet our refuse collector - Tex - and travel with him on his rubbish truck to see what he does at work every day. Find out about the different equipment and vehicles refuse collectors use, how they stay safe at work and what happens to our rubbish once it has been collected.The Here to Help series of books are for very young readers aged 5 and upwards. The books follow real professionals around their place of work to give a flavour of what it means to work in a particular job.Table of Contents 1: I am a refuse collector 1: My uniform 1: My refuse truck 1: Safety first 1: Time to go 1: Too much rubbish! 1: Dropping off the rubbish 1: Street cleaning 1: End of the day 1: Helping people 1: When you grow up..and Answers 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisThis unique series gets close up to some amazing areas of our world, and allows readers the opportunity to explore key countries, topographical features and cities in a way that is both engaging and entertaining. In addition, each book highlights significant human, geographical, sporting and economic information.Table of Contents 1: Where is South America? 2: Countries 3: Incas and conquistadors 4: Liberation and independence 5: Climates 6: Wildlife 7: Natural landmarks 8: Manmade landmarks 9: Settlements 10: Industry 11: Sport 12: Culture 13: Food and drink 14: Further information 15: Glossary 16: Index

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Book SynopsisThis unique series gets close up to some amazing areas of our world, and allows readers the opportunity to explore key countries, topographical features and cities in a way that is both engaging and entertaining. In addition, each book highlights significant human, geographical, sporting and economic information.Table of Contents 1: Where is North America? 1: Countries 1: Columbus and before 1: Independent states 1: Climates 1: Wildlife 1: Natural landmarks 1: Manmade landmarks 1: Settlements 1: Industry 1: Sport 1: Culture 1: Food and drink 1: Further information 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisBright and bold photographs combine with simple text to make learning fun in this seaside question and answer book!Young children love to look at the details in the world around them. First, they are asked to look carefully at some familiar seaside plants animals and objects, and then translate what they know about the real world to what they read and see on the page. Can they guess what it is? Fun activity suggestions at the back of the book will help children, parents, teachers and carers to make the most of this book together.Ideal for children aged three and up. This book can be shared with a parent, carer or teacher, or used to help develop independent reading for pleasure.Titles in this series:AnimalsAt HomeNatureIn the RainforestAt the SeasideIn the StreetTable of Contents 1: How to use this book 1: Can you guess what I am? 1: Now try this ... 1: Glossary and index

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Book SynopsisFind out about the country of Japan with this fun and engaging first information book. Topics include the country''s geography, major cities, people and interesting places. For children following Book Bands, it is suitable for children reading at band 8: purple.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking, and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Where is Japan? 1: Cities 1: Countryside 1: Interesting places 1: Food 1: Sport 1: Festivals 1: Wildlife 1: Art 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisFind out about the world with these fun, interactive first non-fiction booksTable of Contents 1: Where is Argentina? 1: Cities 1: Countryside 1: Interesting places 1: Food and drink 1: Sport 1: Festivals 1: Wildlife 1: People 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisFind out about India with this fun and engaging first information book. Topics include major cities, interesting places, food, sport and much more. For children progressing through Book Bands, it is suitable for reading at level 8: Purple.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Where is India? 1: Weather 1: Cities 1: Countryside 1: Interesting places 1: Food 1: Sport 1: Festivals 1: Wildlife 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisA history of Medieval conflict during key episodes of this era of human development.Three decisive battles fought by knights in medieval history are told in graphic novel format: In 1415, English long bowmen devastate the French army in the Battle of Agincourt; Successful in holding the French town of Orleans under siege for six months in 1428, the English forces are about to meet 17 year-old Joan of Arc; In 1485, the fight for the throne of England between two royal dynasties comes to an end at Bosworth.Each book includes three amazing true stories of the times, from kings to paupers, told in graphic comic book style.Further information, illustrated with maps and artwork, gives the reader a background history on each period.Perfect for readers aged 9 and up.

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Book SynopsisAn engaging and visually stunning look at some of Asia''s major cities.This series offers readers of 9 and up an engaging and visually stunning look at some of the world''s major cities. Cityscapes draw in the reader with facts about the iconic buildings that help to shape each city''s unique identity. Data-packed pages give the essential details about each featured city, including where to go, what to do and things to eat on a visit, as well as information about the city''s history. The cities of Asia covered in the book are Beijing, China; Tokyo, Japan; Jakarta, Indonesia; Delhi, India; Seoul, South Korea; Tehran, Iran; Hanoi, Vietnam; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Bangkok, Thailand and Hong Kong, China as well as Islamabad, Pakistan; Kathmandu, Nepal; Singapore City, Singapore; Shanghai, China; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Dhaka, Bangladesh.Titles in the 6-book series feature the cities of Africa, Asia, Australasia, Europe, North America and SoutTable of Contents 1: Cities of Asia 2: Beijing, China 3: Tokyo, Japan 4: Jakarta, Indonesia 5: Delhi, India 6: Seoul, South Korea 7: Tehran, Iran 8: Hanoi, Vietnam 9: Dubai, United Arab Emirates 10: Bangkok, Thailand 11: Hong Kong, China 12: More Asian Cities 13: Glossary 14: Index

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Book SynopsisFind out about the world with these fun, interactive first non-fiction booksTable of Contents 1: Who is David Attenborough? 2: Childhood 3: Joining the BBC 4: Working for the BBC 5: Life on Earth 6: Plants and birds 7: Mammals 8: Life in the oceans 9: Protecting the planet 10: Quiz 11: Glossary 12: Index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisFind out about the world with these fun, interactive, first non-fiction booksLearn about the life of the women''s rights activist Emmeline Pankhurst and her campaign for votes for women. The book has photos, illustrations and simple text suitable for young children. For children following Book Bands, it is suitable for those reading at Band 9, Gold. The Info Buzz series, for ages 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking as well as teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Emmeline Pankhurst 2: Childhood 3: Women 4: Family 5: The WSPU 6: Suffragette protests 7: In prison 8: Votes for women 9: Women's rights today 10: Quiz 11: Glossary 12: index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisDiscover a world of amazing facts and information with Fact Planet!Find out about different types of settlements, from ancient towns to the sprawling megacities of the future and learn how they form through diagrams and case studies.Fact Planet is a lively, information-filled geography series, packed full of colourful illustrations, clear explanations and fun quizzes to test your knowledge. The eye-catching illustrations combined with occasional photos bring geography and environmental issues to life.Other topics covered in this series are volcanoes, mountains, pollution, rivers and coasts, animals at risk, earthquakes and Earth''s resources.Perfect for the geography curriculum at KS2, this series is suitable for children aged 7 and up.Table of Contents 1: What is a settlement? 1: Types of settlement 1: Settlement sites 1: Settlement patterns 1: Parts of a settlement 1: Settlement density 1: Facilities 1: Homes 1: Problems in settlements 1: Changing settlements 1: Megacities 1: Extreme settlements 1: Answers 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisExplore Earth's geography through mapsTable of Contents 1: Rivers and coast 2: A river’s source 3: Mapping the Amazon River 4: The upper and middle courses 5: Mapping the Kentucky Bend 6: Reaching the sea 7: Mapping the Nile Delta 8: Types of coast 9: Mapping new shores 10: Coastal changes 11: Mapping La Manga 12: Using water 13: Mapping the Three Gorges Dam 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisExplore the climate change impacting our planet through mapsTable of Contents 1: What is climate change? 2: What causes climate change? 3: Mapping CO2 emissions 4: Melting ice 5: Mapping the Arctic 6: The oceans 7: Mapping Bangladesh 8: Extreme weather 9: Mapping Europe 10: The natural world 11: Mapping the Great Barrier Reef 12: The future 13: Mapping a greener world 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisExplore Earth''s amazing mountains through the Maps!Let''s find out about Mountains: how they form and where they are found. Discover maps of Earth''s shifting tectonic plates and amazing mountain landscapes, from the dramatic Sierra Nevada to the skyscraping Himalayas. Learn how people live in mountain regions and how the planet''s peaks change over time.Explore geography through maps with the Map Your Planet! series. See key geography topics in action, as case studies are brought to life with large, detailed maps. Discover the importance of mapping and how maps are created and kept up to date. Ideal for children aged 9-11 years.Titles in the series: Biodiversity/ Climate Change/ Habitats/ Mountains/ Natural Disasters/ Population and Settlement/ Rivers and CoastsTable of Contents 1: What are mountains? 2: Shifting Earth 3: Mapping the Ring of Fire 4: Fold mountains 5: Mapping the Himalayas 6: Faults and domes 7: Mapping the Sierra Nevada 8: On the plateau 9: Mapping New Zealand’s volcanic plateau 10: Volcanic mountains 11: Mapping the Hawaiian Islands 12: People in the mountains 13: Mapping the Alps 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisExplore Earth's geography through mapsTable of Contents 1: What is a natural disaster? 2: Volcanoes 3: Mapping Vesuvius 4: Earthquakes and tsunamis 5: Mapping the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami 6: Extreme weather 7: Mapping Haiti 8: Floods 9: Mapping East Africa 10: Droughts 11: Mapping south-eastern Australia 12: People and natural disasters 13: Mapping climate disasters 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisExplore Earth's geography through mapsTable of Contents 1: Population and settlement 2: Distribution and density 3: Mapping global population 4: Population growth 5: Mapping Niger and Japan 6: Migration 7: Mapping US immigration 8: Early settlements 9: Mapping Tenochtitlan 10: Settlement type s and pat terns 11: Mapping London 12: Changing settlements 13: Mapping Shanghai 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisUnequal Planet offers young readers a clear, insightful look at Earth''s ongoing inequality crisis.If everyone on Earth was equal, we would have the same standards of living, opportunities, wealth, health and other factors that make our lives different. But this isn''t the case, the world is not an equal place and many experience great inequality in their lives. Unequal Planet looks at the reasons behind global inequality - from where people are born to their individual income to the impacts of climate change, and suggests some positive, practical solutions to this complex and challenging issue. It also explores what we can all do - at a global and an individual level - to help make the world a more equal and better place.Aimed at readers aged 9 and up.Contents:IT''S NOT FAIR!/WHAT IS MONEY?/WEALTH AND INCOME/RICH AND POOR COUNTRIES/NATURAL RESOURCES/LAND GRAB!/CASE STUDY: HAITI/DEALING WITH DEBT/INVENTIONS AND TECHNOLO

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Book SynopsisThe Golden Gate Bridge, beloved landmark and symbol of San Francisco, finally gets a gorgeous picture book that tells the thrilling story of how it was built!Written by National Book Award finalist and Sibert Medal winner Elizabeth Partridge.Across a treacherous strait where deep ocean waters rip back and forth with the tides, and during the depths of the Great Depression, daring teams of engineers and builders set out to make something many thought impossible. Begun in 1933 and officially opened on May 27, 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge and its awe-inspiring and groundbreaking construction are truly a testament to the power of hope and perseverance. Told from the point of view of the lighthouse keeper?s kids, who watch in fascination as the trucks and crews arrive and steel towers coated in heavy red paint begin to rise above the tempestuous water, Golden Gate shares a thrilling visual perspective on each stage of the breathtaking project. Young readers can look and learn as each turn of the page reveals dazzling, color-soaked artwork paired with text that blends factual details into the narrators? keen observations. By the final spread, where fireworks explode in celebration over the mighty bridge, the tale is complete?not only of an astonishing feat of engineering but of the potential of human ingenuity to defy the odds and make the impossible possible.EXTRAORDINARY NONFICTION BOOK FOR KIDS: Painstaking research went into the writing and illustrating of this story, making it an outstanding resource for learning about an American engineering marvel. The author?s afterword summarizes key facts and offers a powerful reminder of why the Golden Gate is beloved around the world as one of the most beautiful and inspiring bridges ever built. AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR: Elizabeth Partridge is the acclaimed author of many books for young and young adult readers, including Seen and Unseen, Parks for the People, and Marching for Freedom, as well as biographies of Dorothea Lange, Woody Guthrie, and John Lennon. Her books have received multiple honors, including the Robert F. Sibert Medal, National Book Award finalist, Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, Los Angeles Times Book Prize, a Michael L. Printz Honor, and the Jane Addams Children''s Book Award. GREAT GIFT: For visitors to the foggy City by the Bay and those who live close to the scenic Golden Gate, this stunning picture book makes a perfect keepsake and tribute to California?s most recognizable landmark. FUN CALIFORNIA HISTORY: A fascinating slice of California history comes alive with detail and drama that will captivate kids of all ages!Perfect for: San Francisco Bay Area locals and visitors Fans of the Golden Gate Bridge Teachers and librarians looking for a nonfiction picture book that teaches history and STEM topics Parents, grandparents, and caregivers seeking engaging nonfiction children?s books Anyone who has left their heart in San Francisco

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Book SynopsisA 2023 Good Housekeeping Kids Book Award WinnerA Science Friday 2023 Best Book PickAKirkus ReviewsBest Picture Book of 2023A School Library JournalBest Book of 20232024 NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor BookFour Starred Reviews!A poetic picture book celebrating the life and scientific discoveries of the groundbreaking astronomer Cecilia Payne!Astronomer and astrophysicist Cecilia Payne was the first person to discover what burns at the heart of stars. But she didn''t start out as the groundbreaking scientist she would eventually become. She started out as a girl full of curiosity, hoping one day to unlock the mysteries of the universe.With lyrical, evocative text by Kirsten W. Larson and extraordinary illustrations by award-winning illustrator Katherine Roy, this moving biography powerfully parallels the kindling of Cecilia Payne''s own curiosity and her scientific career with the process of a star''s birth, from mere possibility in an expanse of space to an eventual, breathtaking explosion of light.WOMEN IN STEM CAN CHANGE HISTORY: With women making up less than 30 percent of the science and engineering workforce, supporting young girls who are interested in STEM fields is more important than ever! This picture book tells the story of Cecilia Payne, a trailblazing female astronomer and role model for young girls to relate to and see themselves in, from even the youngest age.LOOK TO THE STARS: Any reader or stargazer who feels dazzled by the striking night sky will be enchanted by this true story of discovery and invention, as Cecilia''s contributions to science prompt us to wonder: What else is out there?BEAUTIFUL, INSPIRING GIFT: With compelling visual storytelling and an inspiring role model for aspiring astronomers, scientists, and engineers (and for young girls in particular), this stellar biography makes a great choice for any giving moment, from birthdays to celebrations to the holidays.Perfect for: Parents, teachers, and librarians looking to instill curiosity and encourage scientific exploration Lovers of astronomy, stargazing, space travel, and outer space Anyone seeking narrative nonfiction and biography books about women in STEM for the classroom or choice reading Gift-givers looking for a unique true story to delight and inspire girls and boys Fans of Hidden Figures, Rad American Women A-Z, and I Am Malala

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Book SynopsisHow does a kid grow up to become a scientist? This enthralling nonfiction picture book from New York Times bestselling author Kate Messner explores the unexpected beginnings behind some of the most fascinating discoveries in scientific history.Before the world’s great scientists were scientists, they were, in fact, doing all the things kids do:   Taking things apart, putting things together, gazing up at the night sky, drawing, imagining, building, and exploring.   Things that scientists do, too.   This book of unexpected beginnings powerfully shows that the great scientists of the future could be practically anyone . . . including you. Written by Kate Messner, bestselling author of the acclaimed Over and Under nature book series and more than fifty books for young readers, and beautifully illustrated by Julia Kuo, this is a book to gift to any curious k

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated journal to inspire tween and teen girls! Full of quotes from successful women, it shows girls that everything is possible - as long as they persist.

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Book SynopsisThis picture-book biography of Ralph Baer, whose family fled Nazi Germany for the US, introduces kids to a great inventor.Trade Review"Wessels’ clear, flowing text provides a bounty of information on Ralph’s life, inspiration, and thought process, detailing his contagious excitement and thoughtful perseverance. A nice portrait of a lesser-known inventor whose work has had a tremendous influence on our modern-day world."—Booklist“A personable and energetic introduction with a positive message.” – Kirkus “A gentle introduction to a passionate inventor’s incredible impact on our culture. Young gamers will get a kick out of their beloved systems’ humble beginnings.” – School Library Journal “Wessels’s unabashed fandom will appeal to the like-minded. Castro’s illustrations combine cartoonish exaggeration with realistic details, including plenty of tubes and plugs, to depict Baer’s journey.” – Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisJim Hawkins sets sail with a treasure map in hand, but he eventually discovers that his crewmates are pirates-in-hiding, hungry for gold. Will Jim be able to safely find the treasure, or will the infamous Long John Silver beat him to it? This swashbuckling adventurein its unabridged entiretyis perfect for aspiring pirates and any young reader who loves action and thrills.

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Book Synopsisduopress labs creates innovative books and gifts for children and adults under the duopress imprint. A minority-founded and minority-run company, duopress is now part of Sourcebooks, where it continues to inspire and entertain readers of all ages.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Russia! Look at the fairy-tale castles of Moscow. Search forests for endangered Siberian tigers. Learn about the people, places and traditions of the world''s largest country.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Somalia! See camels walking across the hot desert. Visit caves with ancient paintings. Find out about this African country and its people, animals and land.

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Book SynopsisHarry Kane rose to stardom as a professional Premier League football player. Read about the teams he has played for and his key role in playing for England in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

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Book SynopsisUncover some of the most chilling practices of the Aztecs. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the Aztecs!

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Book SynopsisUncover some of the most chilling practices of the Vikings. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the Vikings!

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Nigeria! See the sites. Enjoy the food. Hear the language. Discover this country''s land, people and traditions.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the United Kingdom! Cheer for a game of rugby. Explore an ancient castle. Learn where the Queen keeps her jewels. Find out about this country''s animals, people and food.

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Book SynopsisA world without telephones? Impossible for most young readers to imagine. Find out how you can thank inventor Alexander Graham Bell for every ringtone! Filled with facts and photos, Bell''s story highlights the scientific process he followed, failures and all, from identifying a problem to getting his communication technology into the hands of users.

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Book SynopsisGrammy-award-winning rap artist Kendrick Lamar uses his lyrics to speak on social issues. Learn more about how he uses his musical talents to spread awareness.

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Book SynopsisWhen Lupita Nyong''o was a young girl, she didn''t think she could be a famous actor. Now she is an Oscar winner. Learn more about her rise to stardom!

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Book SynopsisMost famous as the painter who created the Mona Lisa, Leonardo da Vinci is also one of history’s greatest geniuses – he was a mathematician, architect, astronomer, scientist and musician...and he even invented the helicopter!From artists to aviators and scientists to revolutionaries, Little Guides to Great Lives is a brand new series of small-format guides introducing children to the most inspirational figures from history in a fun, accessible way. Launching with Leonardo da Vinci, Marie Curie, Nelson Mandela and Amelia Earhart, Little Guides to Great Lives tells the stories of the most amazing people from all over the world and across history, with colourful illustrations and fresh design to bring their incredible stories to life.

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Book SynopsisMarie Curie was a brilliant scientist who coined the term 'radioactivity', discovered polonium and radium, and helped develop treatments for cancer. She was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, but her dedication to physics ultimately caused her death from radiation.From artists to aviators and scientists to revolutionaries, the Little Guides to Great Lives series tells the stories of the most amazing people from all over the world and across history, with colourful illustrations and fresh design to bring their incredible stories to life.

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Book Synopsis A memoir about what it’s like when they think you’re their daughter, but you know you’re their son. For as long as he could remember, Grayson has known he is a boy, not a girl. While his identical twin sister wore princess dresses and danced ballet in a tutu, Grayson preferred his Spider-Man costume or sweats. He was uncomfortable in anything considered “girly.” People called him a tomboy, but he knew that wasn’t right either. He explained to his mother, “I know I’m supposed to be your daughter, but I feel more like your son. I guess I’m your… Dot-son.” Grayson is now twelve years old. This is his story about what it’s like growing up transgender—from small moments, like getting a new haircut or playing football, to the big life events, like choosing a bathroom, com

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Book SynopsisMeet the glaciers—before they disappear. Meltdown: Discover Earth's Irreplaceable Glaciers and Learn What You Can Do to Save Them is a kids’ guide to the glorious but endangered world of glaciers. Glaciers may not be as well-known as rain forests or coral reefs, but they are just as vital to the health of the planet, and just as threatened by climate change. Packed with information, grounded in the latest science, with lively writing and illustrations throughout (including graphs, charts, infographics, photographs, and full-page art), Meltdown gives readers an eye-opening overview of glaciers and how important they are: There are over 100,000 glaciers covering 10% of earth’s landmass, that hold almost three-quarters of the planet's fresh water, and act as protective shields to cool the atmosphere and combat climate change. We learn how glaciers were formed (some over two million years ago), how they move and carve the planet's landscape, and how scientists study them (the bluer the ice, the older it is). We learn the secrets of earth’s climate history hidden deep in a glacier’s core—and discover how climate change is causing glaciers to melt at unprecedented rates, putting the health of the planet in jeopardy. But we are not left without hope. The final chapter offers positive steps readers can take to become climate activists, reduce their carbon footprint, and save the glaciers.

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Book SynopsisAntarctica, the earth’s southernmost continent, was virtually untouched by humans until the nineteenth century. Many famous explorers journeyed (and often died) there in the hope of discovering a land that always seemed out of reach. This book introduces readers to this desert - yes, desert! - continent that holds about 90 percent of the world’s ice; showcases some of the 200 species that call Antarctica home, including the emperor penguin; and discusses environmental dangers to the continent, underscoring how what happens to Antarctica affects the entire world.

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Book SynopsisThink outside of the box with 20 of the world's brilliant thinkers. Discover the lives of ten female and ten male philosophers from throughout history and from around the world. Philosophers is a perfect introduction to philosophy and some of the most dramatic and world-changing lives that challenged the thinking around reason, race, gender, politics, difference and diversity. Which philosopher felt that thinking proved he existed? Which philosopher wants us to abolish all governments? Who set the groundwork for the feminist movement? Who should we blame for anxiety? Meet Gargi Vachaknavi in India, the Greeks, such as Socrates and Aristotle, then Descartes, Kant, Wollstonecraft, Nietzsche, Arendt, de Beauvoir, Fanon and Piper - just to name a few! Beautiful and characterful portraits help bring to life these important thinkers and their contributions to our world. Clear, concise text presents key philosophical concepts alongside the stand-out biographical information from fascinating thinkers.Table of Contents 1: Philosophy 1: Gargi Vachaknavi 1: Confucius 1: Socrates 1: Plato 1: Aristotle 1: Hypatia 1: René Descartes 1: Immanuel Kant 1: Mary Wollstonecraft 1: Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel 1: Søren Kierkegaard 1: Friedrich Nietzsche 1: Emma Goldman 1: Ayn Rand 1: Hannah Arendt 1: Simone de Beauvoir 1: Frantz Fanon 1: Luce Irigaray 1: Adrian Piper 1: Djamila Ribeiro 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisDiscover the fascinating history of African and Caribbean communities in Britain, from pre-Roman times to the 21st Century.Newly updated, The History of African and Caribbean Communities in Britain explores why people came to Britain, the problems they faced and the contributions these communities have made to British society. Brought to life with case studies and rarely published photographs, this is an opportunity to get up close to the experiences and vital impact African and Caribbean people have had in Britain. Meet pioneers such as Olaudah Equiano and Phyllis Wheatley and find out why African and Caribbean communities have been fundamental to Britain's success on the world stage. Written by British historian and academic Hakim Adi, Profressor of the History of Africa and the African diaspora at the University of Chichester, this book is essential reading for children aged 11+ and anyone interested in learning about the history of these communities in Britain.Trade ReviewHelps give us a different, and more appreciative, perspective * Parents In Touch *Table of Contents 1: The first Africans in Britain 2: The 18th century: slaves and free Africans 3: Fighting slavery in Britain 4: The 19th-century Black community 5: The First World War nad the Depression 6: The Second World War and after

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