Most Popular Books by Fiona Macdonald

A light-hearted approach to life as a slave in ancient Greece.

Describes the illnesses, plagues, diagnoses, and treatments during the Middle Ages.

Describes the training, weapons, and responsibilities of knights, and how the construction of castles evolved over time.

Describes how people around the world have used precious stones, metals, dyes, and paints to decorate themselves throughout the ages.

Molecular Biology of Cancer has been extensively revised and covers heredity cancer, microarray technology and increased study of childhood cancers. It continues to provide a detailed overview of the process which lead to the development and proliferation of cancer cells, including the techniques available for their study. It also describes the means by which tumor suppressor genes and oncogenes may be used in the diagnosis and in determining the prognosis of a wide variety of cancers, including breast, genitourinary, lung and gastrointestinal cancer.

Originally published: Salariya Book Co., 2004.

"Explore how trade and travel changed the lives of medieval peoples"--P. [4] of cover.

This book tells the stories of those intrepid adventurers who have circled the globe, from the first voyage around the world led by Ferdinand Magellan to modern solo circumnavigators such as Ellen MacArthur and Steve Fossett. Find out about the courage and skill of circumnavigators, and whether you''ve got what it takes to be an ultimate adventurer.

"The timeless novel, Journey to the Center of the Earth, is retold in this title in a graphic novel format. The graphic novel format helps readers understand and enjoy the classic story. Retold with easy to comprehend language and beautiful illustrations every reader will be excited to pick up this title."

Describes daily life in feudal-era Japan and explains the skills and duties of a samurai warrior.

This volume examines ten of history''s most notorious pirates.

With the echo of regal church bells still ringing in the ears of royalists and well-wishers worldwide, Fiona Macdonald take a look at the quirky, odd and downright bizarre circumstances surrounding the weddings of the kings, queens, princes and princesses of Britain. One must leave one''s sense of decorum at the palace gates as the author tells the wacky stories surrounding the preparations, dresses, ceremonies and national moods that went with the excitement of a royal wedding, from England''s resident marriage addict Henry VIII, through Anne Hyde, the ''commoner'' who birthed two queens, right up to Prince Charles, Princess Diana and their son and daughter-in-law to be. Featuring facts, figures and family trees, Royal Weddings, A Very Peculiar History is sure to keep one in the spirit of things, even after the last fleck of confetti has touched the ground.

It''s not all longing looks across the dining room from that high-class gentleman! Life as a Victorian servant was tough, tough, tough! Discover the bizarre and oh-so-strict rules one had to keep to when serving the dignitaries in ''Victorian Servants: A Very Peculiar History''. Rise up through the ranks from washerwoman to housemaid to ladies'' maid and beyond, but mind you don''t keep any ''followers'', as boyfriends are immoral and are strictly not allowed! While you wait on hand and foot from 5.30 am to 11 pm you won''t even have time to rest your own. The chamber pots are certainly not to be sniffed at, and remember if the bell rings once, you are wanted. It''s hard work but it''s better than the alternative: begging, returning home penniless or heading to the workhouse. You''ll discover stories of suffering and household tips galore in ''Victorian Servants: A Very Peculiar History''!

You are the son of a senior servant living in England in the 1400s. Instead of following in your father''s footsteps and becoming a servant, you''d much rather become a knight! During your training, you will discover the tools of the trade, such as your armour, weapons, and horse, and get a glimpse of what it''s really like to be a knight. After reading this book there will be no doubt in your mind that this is definitely armour you''d rather not wear! This title in the best-selling children’s history series, You Wouldn''t Want To…, features full-colour illustrations which combine humour and accurate technical detail and a narrative approach placing readers at the centre of the history, encouraging them to become emotionally-involved with the characters and aiding their understanding of what life would have been like as a medieval knight. Informative captions, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal introduction to the conventions of information books for young readers. It is an ideal text for Key Stage 2 shared and guided reading and helps achieve the goals of the Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14.

The story of ancient Greece is one of expansion, powerful statesmen and soldier citizens. In ancient Greek society, where the birth of male heirs was vital, women were tightly controlled by men and their laws. Women''s voices are rarely heard and their lives are shown mainly through the eyes of male writers and artists. In myths and poems women are often dismissed as foolish, untrustworthy, even dangerous.

Taking a unique look at one of the world''s most acclaimed and best-loved poets, ''Robert Burns, A Very Peculiar History'' provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of Scotland''s bard. Take a wee stroll through his romantic yet tragic life, and join him on his journey from underdog to celebrity. With much reference to his most famous works, Fiona Macdonald explores his profound, passionate poetry, as well as his use of the Scots language and his inspirations and influences. Featuring quirky stories and entertaining trivia throughout, find out what makes Burns so captivating to countless millions around the globe.

Explores how kings and rulers in medieval Europe gained control and governed.

Provides information about homes around the world, discussing social differences, water and energy supplies, safety, families, shapes, building materials, and homes throughout history.

Brief text, sidebars, labeled illustrations, and humorous cartoons depict life and events of an 11th-century soldier headed to a Holy War between Christianity and Islam.