Remembrance

Scotland, 1915. A group of teenagers from two families meet for a picnic, but the war across the Channel is soon to tear them away from such youthful pleasures. All too soon, the horror of what is to become known as The Great War engulfs them, their friends and the whole village. From the horror of the trenches, to the devastating reality seen daily by those nursing the wounded, they struggle t…

Black Beauty

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

9780721416601

Collation

50 pages : illustration ; 19 cm

Series Title

Ladybird Classics

Call Number

A

Little women

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

0861632931

Collation

32 pages : illustration ; 29 cm

Series Title

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Call Number

A

Crispin : the cross of lead

"Asta's Son" is all he's ever been called. The lack of a name is appropriate, because he and his mother are but poor peasants in 14th century medieval England. But this thirteen-year-old boy who thought he had little to lose soon finds himself with even less - no home, no family, or possessions. Accused of a crime he did not commit, he may be killed on sight, by anyone. If he wishes to remain a…

The voyage of the Beagle

Each book in the "Great Journeys" series tells the story of a famous journey of exploration. Although it is written in the form of a narrative, it also describes the vessel used, the route taken, the problems and hazards encountered and the strange and wonderful finds made on the trip. In 1831 Charles Darwin set sail in HMS Beagle bound for South America. For the next five years, he explored st…

London for children

Did you know that a polar bear used to fish near the Tower of London, or that ice bowling on the frozen Thames was once a popular pastime? Enjoy a fascinating, fact-filled journey through London and discover the stories and secrets of one of the largest cities in the world in this fun, dynamic timeline-style history. Matteo's astonishing project, to illustrate a continuous 20-mile journey along…

Henry VIII and his chopping block

Recounts the life of the English king best known for his multiple marriages, and looks at his times, the many people he ordered executed, religious changes, relationships with other monarchs, court life, and related matters.

England the culture

This book is suitable for ages 9-14. From early Druid ceremonies to the mop-top Beatles, English culture has been vibrant and influential. Beautiful full-colour photos trace England's contributions to world culture, such as the development of the English language, the works of William Shakespeare, and the founding of the Church of England. The other topics include: Sir Laurence Olivier, Dame Ju…

The Great Fire of London

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Shakespeare

Presents the life and work of the English playwright William Shakespeare and provides information about the theater of sixteenth-century London.