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Great Riots of New York
Great Riots of New York
Headley, Joel Tyler
¥19.52
The City of New York has always been a melting pot of ideas and politics, and has seen many different riots during its history. This guide concentrates on those that took place in the 18th and 19th Centuries, such as the Stamp-Act Riot, the Draft Riots and the Orange Riots.
Maid Marian
Maid Marian
Peacock, Thomas Love
¥19.52
Thomas Love Peacock's fantastic classic novel about Robin Hood's love Maid Marian has been enjoyed around the world for over 180 years.
Mansfield Park
Mansfield Park
Austen, Jane
¥19.52
Another classic from Jane Austen that was first published in 1814.The novel is about Fanny Price, a poor relation who goes to stay with her wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park.Gradually she starts to fall in love with her cousin Edmund but things start to change when the Crawford's move to the area and the going gets bumpy with the odd heaving bosom and fainting fit thrown in for good measure.As usual with Miss Austen this is a timeless classic.
101 Amazing Facts About Japan
101 Amazing Facts About Japan
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
In this amazing eBook you can find more than one hundred facts about the country of Japan. Separated into sections such as its geography, its landmarks, famous Japanese figures from history and many more you will find some fascinating information inside! Whether you are planning on visiting Japan, working on a geography project or just want to know more about this beautiful country, this is an excellent addition to your bookshelf. Find the information you need, fast!
Marie Antoinette and Her Son
Marie Antoinette and Her Son
Muhlbach, Louise
¥19.52
A fantastic classic historical novel by the German master of the genre Clara Mundt, better known by her pen-name of Louise Muhlbach.
Our Master
Our Master
Booth, General Bramwell
¥19.52
A fascinating bible study on the life of Jesus by the first Chief of Staff and second General of the Salvation Army, General Bramwell Booth.
Hair-Breadth Escapes
Hair-Breadth Escapes
Arthur, T. S.
¥19.52
A fantastic look at narrow escapes from the perils of the historical high seas, such as icebergs, sickness and pirates.
Harry Heathcote of Gangoil
Harry Heathcote of Gangoil
Trollope, Anthony
¥19.52
Anthony Trollope's classic tale of frontier rivalry in the wilds of the Australian bush.
Hebrew Heroes
Hebrew Heroes
A.L.O.E.
¥19.52
A fantastic historical story by English author Charlotte Maria Tucker, better known by her pen-name of A.L.O.E. (a Lady of England). It follows the tale, based on historical accounts, of Judas Maccabaeus, who led the Maccabean revolt against the Seleucid Empire.
How to See the British Museum in Four Visits
How to See the British Museum in Four Visits
Jerrold, W. Blanchard
¥19.52
A fascinating guidebook from 1852 shows the reader how they could take in all the world-famous British Museum has to offer in only 4 visits. The museum has, unsurprisingly, changed since the original publication of this book, but many of the exhibits described are still in the same places today, although seeing them all in just 4 visits may prove a bigger challenge.
Iliad by Homer
Iliad by Homer
Lang, Andrew
¥19.52
One of the more famous English versions of Homer's Iliad, Andrew Lang collaborated with Ernest Myers and Walter Leaf for this prose translation. It is well known for its charming archaic style.The Iliad is an epic ancient Greek poem set during the Trojan War and tells the tale of the arguments between King Agamemnon and the Hero Achilles.
Initiation into Philosophy
Initiation into Philosophy
Faguet, Emile
¥19.52
A fantastic look at the whole history of Philosophy from ancient times up to the beginnings of modern thinking. Covers all the major philosophers and philosophical theories, as well as the historical interplay between religion and philosophy.
101 Amazing Facts about Ancient Egypt
101 Amazing Facts about Ancient Egypt
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Do you know who the ancient Egyptian god of the underworld is? What type of mask would an embalmer wear whilst carrying out the mummification process on a body? Who was the most successful of all the pharaohs? All these questions and more are answered in this fascinating easy-to-read guide to ancient Egypt. Whether you are studying the subject and need access to the important information fast, or you are just interested in this fascinating period of history, this excellent quick-read guide containing over one hundred facts is a perfect addition to your bookshelf.
Little Mix - The Ultimate Quiz Book
Little Mix - The Ultimate Quiz Book
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Are you the world's biggest Mixer? Can you prove it? This excellent quiz book has 160 questions about the world's greatest girl band. What is Perrie's middle name? What is Jade allergic to? What song did Leigh-Anne perform at her school's talent show? If you knew the answers to those, wait until you get to the hard ones... and if you didn't, this book has all the answers for you. Show your friends you know everything there is to know about Little Mix.
101 Amazing Facts about Ancient Rome
101 Amazing Facts about Ancient Rome
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Do you know what the ancient Romans used instead of soap? Which emperor made his horse into a senator? Who was the god of music, light and truth? And how would a gladiator request an honourable death in battle? All these questions and more are answered in this fascinating easy-to-read guide to ancient Rome. Whether you are studying the subject and need access to the important information fast, or you are just interested in this fascinating period of history, this excellent quick-read guide containing over one hundred facts is a perfect addition to your bookshelf.
Lafayette
Lafayette
Crow, Martha Foote
¥19.52
A fascinating biography of one of the heroes of the American Revolution, Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de La Fayette.
Letters from America
Letters from America
Brooke, Rupert
¥19.52
A fascinating collection of letters from English poet Rupert Brooke.Description from the introductory note:The author started in May 1913 on a journey to the United States, Canada, and the South Seas, from which he returned next year at the beginning of June. The first thirteen chapters of this book were written as letters to the Westminster Gazette. He would probably not have republished them in their present form, as he intended to write a longer book on his travels; but they are now printed with only the correction of a few evident slips.The two remaining chapters appeared in the New Statesman, soon after the outbreak of war.
101 Amazing Facts about Enid Blyton
101 Amazing Facts about Enid Blyton
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Did you know that Enid Blyton very nearly became a professional musician rather than an author? Or that it was the secret passageway and haunted room in a house in which she stayed that inspired her to write many wonderful stories? Why did she hate her mother so much? And what was she like at school? This fascinating book contains over one hundred facts about Blyton, organised into categories for easy reading. Whether you are studying her for a project or you are just interested in finding out more about the much-loved children's author, this is the book for you.
Lieutenant and Commander
Lieutenant and Commander
Hall, Captain Basil
¥19.52
An autobiography of Captain Basil Hall of the Royal Navy in the 1800s. A wonderfully detailed look into the history of the Royal Navy.
Martin Chuzzlewit
Martin Chuzzlewit
Dickens, Charles
¥19.52
This classic novel by Charles Dickens has been enjoyed by readers around the world for over 160 years.Dickens himself once proclaimed this work his best ever, although when it was released it was less popular than some of his other novels had been, and is less well known today.Nevertheless, this remains a fascinating satire, which centres around the members of the selfish Chuzzlewit family.
Life and Letters of Robert Browning
Life and Letters of Robert Browning
Orr, Sutherland
¥19.52
A fascinating look at the life and letters of one of the greatest Victorian era poets, Robert Browning.