Educational: History
Pearson Education Limited British History for AS Level: 1783-1850
Book Synopsis Comprehensive coverage of AS Modules. Writing level is carefully matched to AS level standard Activity-based approach to engage students. Main point boxes provide clear summaries to aid revision. Answer book available for all three titles offering suggested answers to all activities in the students' books.
£28.68
Hodder Education Junior History Book 1
Book SynopsisJunior History Book 1 is the first in a three-part chronological History course which takes pupils on a fascinating journey from the dinosaurs, through to the Dark Ages visiting the Stone Age and Ancient Egypt along the way. Rigorous but fun, this book provides an excellent basis for the study of History for all Key stage 2 pupils. - Chronological approach ensures that pupils develop an understanding of what happened when, and why- Features source-based evidence questions throughout to help pupils develop important analytical skills- Challenging exercises and 'To do' activities at the end of each chapter will engage all pupils and ensure that they have understood the material coveredAlso available from Galore Park:- Junior History Book 2- Junior History Book 3- History for Common Entrance 13+ Textbooks, Revision Guide and Exam Practice QuestionsTrade Review"Key events in English history are presented in chronological order and provide a thorough grounding for children at Key Stage 2. This is another fine addition to the Galore Park series of modern school textbooks." Donal Brennan, Hill House International Junior School, London "We are using Junior History with our Upper Juniors. Galore Park books are proving popular in our small school with staff and pupils alike!" Anni, Moray Firth School "Edward Brennan has produced a captivating first book in the Junior History series. It will inspire pupils as it deals with the beginnings og history as we know it - from dinosaurs and the Stone Age to the mummys and pharoahs of Ancient Egypt and the myths of Ancient Greece. As an introduction to history, it really whets the appetite." Niall Murphy, Radley College "I love the fact that your History books are chronological - such a rare thing and makes so much more sense than the way the National Curriculum does history." Caroline Hampton, Home EducatorTable of ContentsChapter 1 - History - The Story of the PastChapter 2 - The time of the dinosaursChapter 3 - The Stone AgeChapter 4 - The Bronze AgeChapter 5 - Ancient EgyptChapter 6 - The Spread of CivilisationChapter 7 - The Iron AgeChapter 8 - The Greek Dark Ages
£24.12
Prospect Books Wild Food: Proceedings of the Oxford Symposium on
Book SynopsisThe Oxford Symposium on Food and Cookery continues to be the premier English conference on this topic, gathering academics, professional writers and amateurs from Britain, the USA, Australia and many other countries to discuss contributions on a single agreed topic. Prospect Books has published these proceedings since 1981 with a short break in 2001-2003. Forty papers cover subjects as various as ginseng; wild olives; seaweed; angelica; imitation game in nineteenth century Germany; wild mushrooms; the pike; eating insects and the Mexican maize fungus, cuit lacoche .
£27.00
Flame Tree Publishing The Timetravellers Guide to Saxon London
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Flame Tree Publishing Spies, Secret Agents and Spooks of London
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£3.99
Flame Tree Publishing Rebels, Traitors Amd Turncoats of London
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£5.05
Flame Tree Publishing Pirats, Swashbucklers & Buccaneers
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NMSE - Publishing Ltd Scotland's Vikings
Book SynopsisPart of the award-winninq "Scotties" series of activity books for children, "Scottish Vikings" tells their story from blood-curdling and violent beginnings to the end of Norse power in 1469. Follow the Vikings as they settled large areas of the north and west of Scotland. Find out: why the Vikings travelled west-over-sea to Scotland; when and where they settled; why they sometimes buried their chiefs in longships; how the Picts and Scots coped with these invaders; and what legacy the Vikings left behind. This new edition includes features such as: expanded and redesigned; an 8-page pull-out black and white section with games, puzzles and drawings for colouring in which can be photocopied by teachers for classroom use; and, photographs of Viking objects from the collections of the National Museums Scotland.Table of ContentsWho were the Vikings? 'West-over-sea' Viking long-ships Off to Scotland! The Vikings are here Warriors and weapons Settlers and farmers Viking beliefs Art and writing Viking timeline Viking sagas First saga of the Orkney jarls Second saga of the Orkney jarls Lords of the Isles Norse names in Scotland Europe and the Vikings Largs: the last battle Margaret: Maid of Norway ... and Queen of Scots The end of Norse power ... in Scotland Answers/Websites to visit Places of interest Activities
£8.21
NMSE - Publishing Ltd The Jacobites
Book SynopsisThis is a new edition of this best-selling "Scottie", recast and rewritten for readers of 10 upwards. The aims of the Jacobites and the background to the risings of Viscount Dundee (1689), the Earl of Mar (1715), and Charles Edward Stuart (1745) are explained, and this colourful but bloody period in Scotland's past brought vividly to life. The telling is illuminated by extracts from original documents, genealogical chart of the royal families of Scotland and England, and maps and battle plans. Illustrated in full colour with drawings, and with portraits, prints, and objects from National Museums Scotland and other national collections, this work includes an additional 8-page section in black and white that includes Jacobite songs and story-poems, a Jacobite quiz, and the original Rob Roy board game.Trade Review' ... the hundred or so pictures in this short booklet are superbly chosen and used. ... The text is intelligent and clear, with a huge amount of information fitted in to a few words. ... I really cannot recommend it too highly.' History Teaching Review 'This book is suitable for children ten years and over. It is easy to read, understandable and has a lot of colour pictures inside.' Clan Chisolm JournalTable of ContentsGenealogical chart What is a Jacobite? Highland life and customs The 'Bonnie Dundee' The Battle of Killiecrankie 27 July 1689 The Massacre of Glencoe 'Bobbing John' and the 1715 Rebellion The Battle of Sheriffmuir 13 November 1715 The Rising of 1719 Rob Roy MacGregor Bonnie Prince Charlie The Jacobite Campaign Master of Scotland Invasion of England The Battle of Culloden 16 April 1746 The escape of the Prince After the '45 The Tartan revolution Places of interest/related websites Activities' section
£8.21
Hodder Education Greeks and Romans
Book SynopsisThis book covers everything pupils need to know for the non-linguistic section of the Latin Common Entrance exam at 13+, and provides a thorough introduction to what life was really like for the Romans as they carried out their daily routine in Rome, in Britain and in the Roman army. The book also features some of the most exciting and famous classical myths which form the foundation of Roman culture. It is the ideal resource to support Common Entrance study and to help pupils improve their understanding of the cultural background to the Roman world.There are four main sections included in the book: Greek Mythology, The City of Rome, Domestic Life, and The Roman Army and Roman Britain. To help pupils develop effective exam technique and to consolidate material covered throughout the book, exam-style practice questions are included. - Includes everything pupils need to know for the culture section of the Latin Common Entrance exam at 13+- Features some of the most famous and exciting myths which form the foundation of classical Roman culture - ideal to help pupils gain a clear understanding- Exam-style practice questions will enable pupils to consolidate material covered in the book and develop exam techniqueTable of ContentsChapter 1 Perseus, Jason and Theseus 1.1 The story of Perseus 1.2 Jason and the Golden Fleece 1.3 Theseus and the Minotaur Chapter 2 The Labours of Heracles 2.1 The Labours of Heracles: 1-4 2.2 The Labours of Heracles: 5-8 The Labours of Heracles: 9-12 Chapter 3 The Trojan War 3.1 The judgement of Paris 3.2 The wrath of Achilles and the death of Patroclus 3.3 The wooden horse Chapter 4 The wanderings of Odysseus 4.1 The land of the lotus-eaters 4.2 The Cyclops Polyphemus 4.3 Aeolus and the winds 4.4 The land of the man-eating Laestrygonians 4.5 Odysseus meets the goddess Circe and travels to the Underworld 4.6 The Sirens and Scylla and Charybdis 4.7 The cattle of the sun god and Calypso 4.8 Odysseus's homecoming Chapter 5 Early Roman legends 5.1 Romulus and Remus and the founding of Rome (753 BC) 5.2 Horatius Cocles (506 BC) 5.3 Mucius Scaevola (506 BC) 5.4 Cloelia (506 BC) 5.5 Coriolanus (493-491 BC) 5.6 Manlius Torquatus (361 BC and 340 BC) Chapter 6 Roman entertainment 6.1 The theatre 6.2 The amphitheatre 6.3 Sports 6.4 The baths Chapter 7 Domestic life 7.1 Roman clothing 7.2 Food and meals 7.3 Roman housing: the domus 7.4 Flats and country houses 7.5 Interiors and amenities Chapter 8 Life, death and slavery 8.1 Adulthood 8.2 Death and burial 8.3 Slavery Chapter 9 The army and Roman Britain 9.1 The legion and the Roman army 9.2 Equipment 9.3 Camp 9.4 Tombstones Chapter 10 Roman Britain 10.1 Julius Caesar in Britain 10.2 Claudius 10.3 Caratacus and Boudicca 10.4 Towns in Britain 10.5 Villas 10.6 Hadrian's Wall 10.7 Later rulers and the end of Roman Britain
£19.95
Bright Red Publishing National 5 History - Scotland Study Guide
Book SynopsisDevelop skills and knowledge with our National 5 History – Scotland Study Guide! This popular study guide aims to guide you through the Scottish element of the National 5 History course. In this Study Guide, you will find: clear and concise coverage of the Scottish element of the National 5 course; Don’t Forget pointers that offer advice on key facts and how to avoid common mistakes; Things to Do and Think About sections which provide you with plenty of opportunities to put your knowledge into practice. This guide is also supported by a host of free additional material available on the BrightRED Digital Zone! Please note that this study guide is NOT up to date with the latest 2017 course and exam changes, however, it is still packed full of relevant and useful content for this course.Trade ReviewFour 5* reviews on Amazon.co.ukTable of ContentsThe Wars of Independence: 1286-1328, Mary, Queen of Scots and the Reformation: 1542-1587, Migration and Empire: 1830-1939, The Era of the Great War: 1910-1928
£16.31
Hogs Back Books Ltd E is for Egypt A is for Alphabet
Book SynopsisFrom snakes to sphinx and from papyrus to pyramids, this book will feed your fascination with everything Egyptian as you journey from the Nile to the Underworld ...
£6.93
Little Creative Days Ltd Pojo Blows the Gunpowder Plot
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Oaka Books The Spanish Armada 1588
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Oaka Books The Great Fire of London 1666
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BookLife Publishing Knights and Armour
Book SynopsisHeroic History uncovers the real life stories of chivalric heroes and daring adventurers, providing a unique insight into how the achievements and follies of mankind have shaped our past. This high-interest series features full colour artworks, easy-to-read text and heroic tales that will inspire curiosity and capture any reader''s imagination.
£12.59
BookLife Publishing Conquerors and Explorers
Book SynopsisConquerors & Explorers takes a chronological look at the brave individuals who ventured out on perilous journeys and worldwide adventures throughout history. Humans have traveled to the furthest corners of the globe in the hope of discovering knowledge of the world and its diverse cultures, peoples and customs.Conquerors & Explorers takes a chronological look at the brave individuals who ventured out on perilous journeys and worldwide adventures throughout history. Humans have traveled to the furthest corners of the globe in the hope of discovering knowledge of the world and its diverse cultures, peoples and customs.
£12.59
BookLife Publishing Aztecs and Incas
Book SynopsisThe Aztecs and Incas brings history to life with an in-depth look at two of the greatest ancient civilisations of the Americas. Learn about their fearless warriors the gods they worshipped and the daily lives of the people who lived in these vast and powerful empires.The Aztecs and Incas brings history to life with an in-depth look at two of the greatest ancient civilisations of the Americas. Learn about their fearless warriors the gods they worshipped and the daily lives of the people who lived in these vast and powerful empires.
£12.59
PG Online Limited ClearRevise Edexcel GCSE History 1HI0: Weimar and
Book SynopsisClear Revise illustrated revision and practice for Edexcel GCSE History. Absolute clarity is the aim with a new generation of GCSE History revision guides. This clear study guide has been expertly compiled and edited by successful teachers of History, highly experienced examiners.
£9.76
PG Online Limited ClearRevise Edexcel GCSE History 1HI0 Early
Book SynopsisClear Revise illustrated revision and practice for Edexcel GCSE History 1HI0.Absolute clarity is the aim with a new generation of GCSE History revision guides. This clear study guide has been expertly compiled and edited by successful teachers of History, highly experienced examiners.
£9.72
PG Online Limited ClearRevise Edexcel GCSE History 1HI0 Medicine in
Book SynopsisClear Revise illustrated revision and practice for Edexcel GCSE History. Absolute clarity is the aim with a new generation of GCSE History revision guides. This clear study guide has been expertly compiled and edited by successful teachers of History, highly experienced examiners and a good dollop of scientific research into what makes revision most effective and more accessible. Past examination questions are essential to good preparation, improving understanding and confidence. This guide has combined revision with tips and more practice questions than you could shake a stick at. All the essential ingredients for getting a grade you can be really proud of. Each specification topic has been referenced and distilled into the key points to make in an examination for top marks. Questions on all topics assessing knowledge, application and analysis are all specifically and carefully devised throughout this book.
£9.76
PG Online Limited ClearRevise Edexcel GCSE History 1HI0 Superpower
Book SynopsisClear Revise illustrated revision and practice for Edexcel GCSE History. Absolute clarity is the aim with a new generation of GCSE History revision guides. This clear study guide has been expertly compiled and edited by successful teachers of History, highly experienced examiners.
£9.72
PG Online Limited Crime and punishment in Britain Paper 1:
Book SynopsisIllustrated revision and practice for Edexcel GCSE History. Covers Paper 1. Over 200 marks worth of examination style questions. Answers provided for all questions within the book.Illustrated topics to improve memory and recall.
£9.76
PG Online Limited ClearRevise Edexcel GCSE 1HI0 American West
Book SynopsisIllustrated revision and practice. Edexcel GCSE History, covers Paper 2. Over 200 marks worth of examination style questions.Answers provided for all questions within the book.Illustrated topics to improve memory and recall.
£9.72
PG Online Limited ClearRevise Edexcel GCSE History 1HI0 AngloSaxon
Book SynopsisClearRevise Edexcel GCSE History 1HI0 Anglo-Saxon and Norman England. Illustrated revision and practice. Covers Paper 2.
£9.76
Hungry Tomato Ltd If Prehistoric Beasts Were Alive Today: Imagine
Book SynopsisIf Prehistoric Beasts Were Alive Today is an area of natural history not often written about but it is fresh and equally as exciting as the history of the dinosaurs. Preceding and surviving the dinosaurs, Prehistoric Beasts resemble some of the animals we see around todayonly mega sized!
£11.69
CONNELL PUBLISHING LTD The Connell Guide To Anglo-Norman England
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How2become Ltd KS2 History is Easy: Stone Age to Iron Age
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How2become Ltd KS2 History is Easy: Anglo-Saxons and Scots
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How2become Ltd KS2 History is Easy: Vikings (Studies, Activities
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£8.54
Hungry Tomato Ltd History of the World
Book SynopsisHISTORY OF THE WORLD runs from the birth of civilization to modern times. Colourful maps sweep you north, south, east and west to show you what is happening where over time. Major events and epochs, and cultural and scientific advances from all over the world in one whistlestop, bird's-eye global overview of world history!
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The Secret Book Company Women Who Changed the World
Book SynopsisFrom exploration to equality, who are the feisty females who shaped our society? Over time, women have shaped and changed everything from medicine to music, sports to science, and forged a few firsts along the way. Find out about the women who soared through the skies, wrote about wizards and sat down to stand up for what''s right in this infographic-style title. Age range 9 to 12From exploration to equality, who are the feisty females who shaped our society? Over time, women have shaped and changed everything from medicine to music, sports to science, and forged a few firsts along the way. Find out about the women who soared through the skies, wrote about wizards and sat down to stand up for what''s right in this infographic-style title.
£13.99
The Secret Book Company The Greatest Human Achievements
Book SynopsisFrom mountain-climbers to the moon, which awesome achievements have inspired our imaginations? Over time, humanity has come a long way. We can see inside our bodies and outside our atmosphere, have discovered forces and far-off lands, put up pyramids and destroyed diseases. Find out how we can send our voices, our knowledge and even ourselves around the world and beyond in this inspirational title.Age range 9 to 12From mountain-climbers to the moon, which awesome achievements have inspired our imaginations? Over time, humanity has come a long way. We can see inside our bodies and outside our atmosphere, have discovered forces and far-off lands, put up pyramids and destroyed diseases. Find out how we can send our voices, our knowledge and even ourselves around the world and beyond in this inspirational title.
£12.59
John Catt Educational Ltd Knowledge Quiz: History: Medicine Through Time
Book SynopsisThe Knowledge Quiz series is a deviously simple and effective way for students to revise for GCSE subjects. Put together by teaching experts, these easy-to-use books feature tear-out quizzes to help students memorise the large body of knowledge that form the basis of success in exams.Rather than just flicking through revision cards expecting things to stick in your memory, self-quizzing allows students to complete multiple copies of the same quiz and kept doing them until you get them right every time. This edition will help students to effectively drill the essential facts necessary for success in the GCSE History exam, on the topic of Medicine Through Time.
£10.36
John Catt Educational Ltd Knowledge Quiz: History: Weimar and Nazi Germany
Book SynopsisThe Knowledge Quiz series is a deviously simple and effective way for students to revise for GCSE subjects. Put together by teaching experts, these easy-to-use books feature tear-out quizzes to help students memorise the large body of knowledge that form the basis of success in exams.Rather than just flicking through revision cards expecting things to stick in your memory, self-quizzing allows students to complete multiple copies of the same quiz and kept doing them until you get them right every time. This edition will help students to effectively drill the essential facts necessary for success in the GCSE History exam, on the topic of Weimar and Nazi Germany.
£10.36
Britannica Books Britannica All New Kids' Encyclopedia: What We
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Reading Riddle Vlad and Tutankhamun's Tomb Activity Book
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£7.48
Reading Riddle Vlad and the Roman Triumph
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PEAK STUDY RESOURCES LIMITED History SLHL The Cold War
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£18.00
Tarquin Publications 1066 Teacher's Guide: Big Stories for Little
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£17.10
Mogzilla From the age of eight: Alfred the Great
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£7.59
Weldon Owen Children's Books The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Egypt
Book SynopsisTake a thrilling journey back in time to the land of the pharaohs. This beautifully illustrated book is full of ancient secrets, glittering gold, priceless treasures and Egyptian stories from more than 3,000 years ago. Meet mighty pharaohs and powerful queens. Awaken mythical gods and magical goddesses. Unwrap a pharaoh's mummy and decipher hieroglyphics. Discover why an amulet is lucky and what gruesomness hides inside a canopic jar. Watch everyday life along the River Nile. Every page reveals a fabulous treasure and its unique story.Table of ContentsA Princess's Coffins Boat of the Dead Hunting in the Marshes A Living Goddess The Blue Hippo The Magic Sons of Horus The Pharaoh's Golden Mask Mummy of a Cat Egyptian Bakery Throne of Gold The Bringer of Food Music for a God The Little Green God Animal Board Game The Golden Buckle The Palace Garden Servants of the Dead Queen with a Crown of Feathers Garden of Delights Soul House Seated Scribe The Eye of Horus The Little Ploughman In Memory of a Queen A Game of Chance The Cat Goddess Golden Sandals Feast for a Princess The Ram God A Goddess's Rattle Royal Bracelet Book of the Dead The Spirit of the King The Blue Hedgehog Farming by the Nile The Pharaoh's Daggers Map of Egypt and the Nile marking where each treasure was found
£12.74
Gemini Books Group Deadly Dangerous Dinosaurs
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Peace Hill Press Story of the World, Vol. 1: History for the
Book SynopsisWhat terrible secret was buried in Shi Huangdi's tomb? Did nomads like lizard stew? What happened to Anansi the Spider in the Village of the Plantains? And how did a six-year-old become the last emperor of Rome? Told in a straightforward, engaging style that has become Susan Wise Bauer's trademark, The Story of the World series covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. Africa, China, Europe, the Americas—find out what happened all around the world in long-ago times. This first revised volume begins with the earliest nomads and ends with the last Roman emperor. Newly revised and updated, The Story of the World, Volume 1 includes maps, a new timeline, more illustrations, and additional parental aids. This read-aloud series is designed for parents to share with elementary-school children. Enjoy it together and introduce your child to the marvelous story of the world's civilizations. Each Story of the World volume provides a full year of history study when combined with the Activity Book, Audiobook, and Tests—each available separately to accompany each volume of The Story of the World Text Book. Volume 1 Grade Recommendation: Grades 1-5.Trade Review"This may well be the best multi-age read aloud narrative of world history yet to have been written." -- Homeschooling in Japan
£18.99
Peace Hill Press Story of the World, Vol. 2: History for the
Book SynopsisNow more than ever, other cultures are affecting our everyday lives—and our children need to learn about the other countries of the world and their history. Susan Wise Bauer has provided a captivating guide to the history of other lands. Written in an engaging, straightforward manner, this revised edition of The Story of the World: History for the Classical Child, Volume 2: The Middle Ages weaves world history into a story book format. Who discovered chocolate? What happened to the giant Fovor of the Mighty Blows? Why did the Ottoman Turks drag their war ships across dry land? The Story of the World covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. Africa, China, Europe, the Americas—find out what happened all around the world in long-ago times. Designed as a read-aloud project for parents and children to share together, The Story of the World includes each continent and major people group. Volume 2: The Middle Ages, is the second of a four-volume series and covers the major historical events in the years 400 to 1600 CE, as well as including maps, illustrations, and tales from each culture. Each Story of the World volume provides a full year of history study when combined with the Activity Book, Audiobook, and Tests—each available separately to accompany each volume of The Story of the World Text Book. Volume 2 Grade Recommendation: Grades 1-6.Trade Review"This works wonderfully as a family read-aloud... There's plenty of dialogue and enough detail to keep adults interested." -- Cafi Cohen, author of Homeschooling The Teen Years"This may well be the best multi-age read aloud narrative of world history yet to have been written." -- Homeschooling in Japan
£18.99
Peace Hill Press Story of the World, Vol. 2 Activity Book: History
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive, 8.5" x 11" curriculum guide and activity book contains map activities, coloring pages, games, projects, review questions, cross-references to illustrated encyclopedias, and extensive book lists. Children and parents love the activities, ranging from cooking projects to crafts, board games to science experiments, and puzzles to projects. Each Story of the World Activity Book provides a full year of history study when combined with the Textbook, Audiobook, and Tests—each available separately to accompany each volume of The Story of the World Activity Book. Activity Book 2 Grade Recommendation: Grades 1-6.
£29.44
Peace Hill Press Study and Teaching Guide: The History of the
Book SynopsisSusan Wise Bauer’s narrative world history series is widely used in advanced high school history classes, as well as by home educating parents. The Study and Teaching Guide, designed for use by both parents and teachers, provides a full curriculum with study questions and answers, critical thinking assignments, essay topics, instructor rubrics, and test forms. Explanations for answers and teaching tips are also included. The Study and Teaching Guide, designed by historian and teacher Julia Kaziewicz in cooperation with Susan Wise Bauer, makes The History of the Ancient World (recommended for high school study in The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home) even more accessible to educators and parents alike.
£23.49
Nomad Press GREAT ANCIENT CHINA PROJECTS: YOU CAN BUILD
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