"Accompanied by vivid colour illustrations, The Samurai offers a complete, concise account of samurai history and culture"--Page [4] of cover.
The true nature of the samurai warrior is an elusive and endlessly fascinating enigma for those in the west. From their inauspicious beginnings as barbarian-subduing soldiers, the samurai lived according to a code known as bushido, or 'Way of the Warrior'. Bushido advocated loya…
"Accompanied by vivid colour illustrations, The Samurai offers a complete, concise account of samurai history and culture"--Page 4 of cover.
"MBS is the untold story of how a mysterious young prince emerged from Saudi Arabia's sprawling royal family to overhaul the economy and society of the richest country in the Middle East--and gather as much power as possible into his own hands. Since his father, King Salman, asc…
"From colossal whales to microscopic plankton, our vast oceans are teeming with a wide range of weird and wonderful plants and animals. This beautifully illustrated reference guide is perfect for budding explorers aged 9-12, teaching and helping them discover the secrets of the …
The medicine book
by Farndon, John, Parker, Philip, Snedden, Robert, Harris, Tim, Hubbard, Ben
fromBig ideas simply explained
From ancient medical practices, such as herbal medications and balancing the humours, through groundbreaking work including Jenner's experiments with cowpox, which laid the basis for vaccination, The Medicine Book offers an engaging overview of medical history across the world a…
It is better to stand and fight. If you run, you'll only die tired. - Viking saying. Beginning in 789 CE, the Vikings raided monasteries, sacked settlements and invaded the Atlantic coast of Europe and the British Isles. They looted and enslaved their enemies, terrorising all wh…
It is better to stand and fight. If you run, you'll only die tired. - Viking saying. Beginning in 789 CE, the Vikings raided monasteries, sacked settlements and invaded the Atlantic coast of Europe and the British Isles. They looted and enslaved their enemies, terrorising all wh…
It is better to stand and fight. If you run, you'll only die tired. - Viking saying. Beginning in 789 CE, the Vikings raided monasteries, sacked settlements and invaded the Atlantic coast of Europe and the British Isles. They looted and enslaved their enemies, terrorising all wh…
The medicine book
by Farndon, John, Parker, Philip, Snedden, Robert, Harris, Tim, Hubbard, Ben
fromBig ideas simply explained
From ancient medical practices, such as herbal medications and balancing the humours, through groundbreaking work including Jenner's experiments with cowpox, which laid the basis for vaccination, The Medicine Book offers an engaging overview of medical history across the world a…
My encyclopedia of very important oceans
by Mills, Andrea, Hubbard, Ben, Williams, Graeme
" This exciting introduction to oceans is brimming with curious creatures, beautiful homes, and incredible adventures. From the spectacular seabirds soaring over Earth's vast oceans, to the tiny creatures lurking on the ocean floor, get ready for an adventure into the great unkn…
My encyclopedia of very important oceans
by Mills, Andrea, Hubbard, Ben, Williams, Graeme
" This exciting introduction to oceans is brimming with curious creatures, beautiful homes, and incredible adventures. From the spectacular seabirds soaring over Earth's vast oceans, to the tiny creatures lurking on the ocean floor, get ready for an adventure into the great unkn…
Did you know which fish has antifreeze in its blood? Want to find out which is the deepest ocean trench in the world? Curious about what a crabeater seal eats? Find out all about the world's oceans in this information-packed pocket-sized encyclopedia.