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New Releases by Brian Williams

Brian Williams is the author of The Story Behind Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist (2006), Life as a Fighter Pilot (2006), Life as a Combat Soldier (2006), Encyclopedia of World History (2006), Britain at War 1939-1945 (2005).

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The Story Behind Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist

release date: Sep 08, 2006
The Story Behind Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist
How did the Victorian attitude toward poverty affect Charles Dickens? What was London like in the 1800s? What kind of education did Victorian children get? Discover how appalling conditions in Victorian factories inspired a novel that demanded better rights for children.

Life as a Fighter Pilot

release date: Jan 01, 2006
Life as a Fighter Pilot
What was it like to be a fighter pilot during wartime? This title examines what these pilots went through in the air and on the ground. Their training, types of aircraft, and the role they played in the battles are all examined in great detail.

Life as a Combat Soldier

release date: Jan 01, 2006
Life as a Combat Soldier
Combat Soldiers played a major role in wartime. Basic training took around six weeks. It was hard work. All soldiers looked forward to free time, when they could relax, play cards, listen to records or read letters from home. Even better was time off, called leave or furlough. Find out more about the life of a combat soldier in this fact-filled title.

Encyclopedia of World History

release date: Jan 01, 2006

Britain at War 1939-1945

release date: Apr 01, 2005
Britain at War 1939-1945
This is a salute to those who fought in the forces and on many fronts, recalling days of hardship and loss, but also the forging of life-long friendships and community spirit for which World War II will always be remembered. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel, specially more titles in this series. More titles in the History of Britain Series Ancient Britain Invaders in Britian Elizabethan England Kings & Queens Maritime Britain Medieval England Romans in Britain Tudor England Victorian Britain

Victims of Crime and Community Justice

release date: Jan 01, 2005
Victims of Crime and Community Justice
Can a victim''s experience really be improved purely by diminishing the rights of offenders and increasing penalties for offending? Dr Williams lays bare the assumptions about victims and offenders that currently restrict efficient policy-making.

Ancient America

release date: Jan 01, 2003
Ancient America
Maps and text offer information on the cultures and histories of native groups in both North and South America.

Ancient Roman Homes

release date: Jan 01, 2003
Ancient Roman Homes
Discusses the homes of the ancient Romans, including who lived in them, what they looked like, and how historians discovered this information.

Measuring Time

release date: Jan 01, 2002
Measuring Time
This series provides a history of time and our gradual comprehension, measuring and recording of different types of time. This text looks at time itself. It emphasises science and history with key dates boxes and spreads that act as mini timelines and is suitable for school projects.

Thomas Alva Edison

release date: Jan 01, 2001
Thomas Alva Edison
A biography of the inventor who changed the world in which he lived with such revolutionary inventions as the phongraph, electric lighting, and motion picture.

Guide to Canada

release date: Mar 01, 1998
Guide to Canada
An introduction to Canada, including its geography, culture, and history.

Guide to Sweden

release date: Jan 01, 1996
Guide to Sweden
An introduction to Sweden, including its geography, culture, and history.

Guide to Spain

release date: Jan 01, 1995
Guide to Spain
Reader will visit famous landmarks, discover surprising facts and learn about cultures and customs.

Mydnight's Hero

release date: Jan 01, 1995

Guide to India

release date: Jan 01, 1995
Guide to India
Shows views and maps of India, tells of its history and geography as well as people and animals, facts and figures and some useful words.

The History of the World

The History of the World
Presents a broad view of the events and people that have shaped the world as it is today, with 70 chapters dealing with 22 major civilizations. The book has been updated to show young readers how current events are related to the past, and what the future might hold.
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