New Releases by Brian Williams

Explores the achievements, social problems, and progress resulting from the scientific and technological revolution.

This series explores key dates in history: what happened on the day and the background and consequences of the event. Each title tells the story in a crisp, fast-paced style and colour and black and white photos, map and timeline support the text. The books are perfect quick-read introductions to the dramatic events, and equally useful as high interest / low reading level books. On 4th July 1776, America declared their independence after almost 200 years of British rule. This key date in the American Revolution changed the course of history. Today the Declaration of Independence is a treasured document and 4 July is the most important national holiday and celebration in the USA.

A basic overview of the history, geography, climate, and culture of Canada.

This title discusses topics such as ancient Egyptian life, how and why the pyramids were built as well as how mummies were made.

This title discusses topics such as the soldiers of Ancient Rome, descriptions of gladiator battles and the conspiracies of emperor murders.

"Describes new technologies that are helping make road transport, railways, ships, aeroplanes, and space travel more efficient and discusses how transport will change in the future"--Provided by publisher.

This unique book of astounding facts is impossible to put down. Did you know that Canada has the longest coastline of an country? Or that the longest speech ever delivered lasted for 22 hours? These and thousand more incredible facts are packed into over 200 pages covering eight subject areas. Colour images combine with highly readable text and superlative tables give short, sharp bursts of information. More detailed information can be found in fact boxes and Did you know? panels. An unforgettable reading experience from start to finish.

This series provides a quick-read introduction to key events in history. This volume looks at the September 11th terrorist attacks on the United States in 2001.

This series provides a quick-read introduction to key events in history. This volume looks at the removal of the Berlin Wall.

A basic overview of the history, geography, climate, and culture of Canada.

How does this novel expose the racism of the 1930s? How was life changing for women in the 1930s? How did the Great Depression influence John Steinbeck? Discover how the Great Depression inspired the story of two lonely drifters.

Selected letters to presidents with contextual commentary.

A biography of Alexander Graham Bell showing how his work in creating a device to amplify sound lead to his landmark invention of the telephone.

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.

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.

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.

Alexander Graham Bell was born in Scotland but spent most of his life in Canada and the United States, where he invented several devices for the transmission of sound. In 1876, after much experimentation, he developed what is generally considered to be the first practical telephone. Here is the story of the scientific ideas he mastered as he succeeded in making his working telephone. The Explosion Zone books combine vivid color illustrations and lively text to tell the stories of important scientists and inventors. Narratives are supplemented with easy-to-understand explanations of the scientific principles that underlie each phase of the invention or discovery being discussed. Imaginatively illustrated two-page spreads include sidebars called Here''s the Science, explaining the principles of physics or chemistry that relate to the story. A glossary at the back of each book presents short definitions of scientific and technological terms.

The Blitz on Britain had a profound impact on the war. This title examines how the battles were fought and who played the important roles in the outcomes. The title is filled with amazing facts and photos.

A moving account of a trip to New York to pursue a new cancer treatment. This is the story of an Englishwoman''s search for a cure for a rare form of the disease. An inspiration for all cancer sufferers.

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

Life and love; mud and blood; death and glory: this was the medieval period. This book offers an enticing look at those times. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel, specially other titles in the Pitkin History of Britain series. Suitable for Key Stages 3 and 4 of the National Curriculum. More titles in the History of Britain Series Ancient Britain Britain at War 1939-1945 Elizabethan England Kings & Queens Maritime Britain Invaders in Britian Romans in Britain Tudor England Victorian Britain

Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel, specially other titles in the Pitkin History of Britain series. Suitable for Key Stages 3 and 4 of the National Curriculum. More titles in the History of Britain Series

Maps and text offer information on the cultures and histories of native groups in both North and South America.

Describes the events surrounding the assassination of President John Kennedy, including the manhunt, the investigation, and the impact on the American people and American society.

Packed with some of the biggest, best, and most amazing facts around, this series takes kids on an eye-opening journey into the world around them. Large-scale color illustrations and pictures, hundreds of facts and figures, and tables of superlatives give kids entertaining insights into science, technology, nature, and various cultures. Designed to appeal to casual browsers and more inquisitive minds alike, each title features easy-to-spot fact tables for quick reference and a compelling narrative that offers more detailed information. The Way We Live: Biggest & Best presents cultures and traditions from around the world and examines what different groups have in common. World religions, leaders, foods, fashions, and education systems are explored.

Discusses the accomplishments of men and women who have given us important inventions in the area of communications.

A visual approach to the history of the human race, from the emergence of people and the very first settlements, through ancient civilizations to the present day.

′[T]here is, as with all the chapters, an excellent set of suggested further reading...′ - Management Learning `Postgraduate students should find this a useful book, since it focuses on issues specific to their requirements. The philosophical underpinnings, methodology and practicalities of research are all discussed within the context of postgraduate research′ - International Small Business Journal This wide-ranging text comprehensively overviews management research and research methodology. The authors take the reader through all the major stages of the research process and introduce the key methods. After highlighting the different contexts and purposes, strategies and tactics, programmes and processes of management research, the authors provide detailed coverage of the relevant research approaches and methods. They discuss the interrelationship of theoretical and empirical research, and how these apply to practice. The implications of using quantitative and qualitative methods are examined, and practical advice is given on the available analysis techniques and software packages.

An introduction to Mexico, including its geography, culture, and history.