Best Selling Books by Struan REID

Illustrated with photographs, detailed maps, cutaways and reconstructions of historical events, this comprehensive encyclopedia explores the civilization of Ancient Greece.

This is an interactive learning experience about the land of the pharaohs. Each spread contains key information about this ancient civilization including the importance of the Nile, the life of ordinary ancient Egyptians, the court of the pharaoh, and the magnificance of the pyramids.

Discover the world of the pirates, and find out how they prowled the seas in search of treasure. These six jigsaws are full of exciting detail, with lots of different things to find.

A swash-buckling jigsaw book which follows life aboard a pirate ship. Contains six 15-piece jigsaws showing scenes such as a castaway island, life on board ship and a daring raid on another ship. The detailed jigsaw illustrations include things to spot and count, including cutlasses, a pirate captain and chests full of treasure. Featuring the lively illustrations of Peter Allen. A fantastic gift for any child who has dreamt of sailing the high seas. Not suitable for children under 36 months because of small parts. Choking Hazard.

Presents an account of Columbus''s life and explorations and examines their impact on history and the world.

Struan Reid explains how rocks, minerals and fossils are actually formed, what they can tell us about the past history of the Earth and its future, and where you can see and find them.

An introduction to the miniature kingdom of insects and other creepy-crawlies 7 years + .A new edition of the popular title in the Naturetrail series, opening young readers'' eyes to the world around them. .Clear text, illustrations and photographs explain how rocks, minerals and fossils are actually formed, what they can tell us about the history of the earth and its future, and where you can see and find them. .Fantastic facts boxes and short experiments enhance understanding. .the end section contains a field spotter''s guide listing the main rocks, minerals and fossils to be seen, followed by collecting tips and advice. Also Available: Book of the Countryside978 1 4095 0729 1£12.99 Insects978 0 7460 9009 1£7.99 Seashore978 0 7460 9005 3£7.99

Presents an overview of Montezuma''s life as well as his influence on history and the world. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

A sticker book for boys. It is packed with historically accurate uniforms and scenes from the Great War, from brave young privates in the trenches and German commanders in their steel-pointed helmets, to fighters in the Arab revolt in their long flowing desert robes. It comes with over 150 stickers to choose from.

This volume is part of a biography series exploring the lives and achievements of important inventors and pioneers. As well as providing the life story of Marco Polo and an analysis of her work, this book places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book includes: a look at the ongoing impact of Polo''s work; quotes and writings from the newspapers and journals of the time; and information about the men and women who affected his life and work.

Presents an account of Cleopatra''s life, from birth to death, and explores her impact on history and the world.

A sticker book featuring lots of soldiers to dress in historically accurate uniforms. It offers an interactive way of finding out about the first and second World Wars. It is historically accurate and checked by experts.

Travel back in time with this fascinating sticker book, jam-packed with information, maps and photographs taken during the First World War.

Dress the explorers, using the stickers provided in the book, in outfits suitable for their various adventures around the world.A fun way to find out about some of the most famous and intrepid figures in the history of exploration. Historically accurate and checked by experts.

This extensive collection of projects and experiments covers an array of subjects, including the oceans, weather and earthquakes; plants, soil and insects; and transportation. It also explores the day-to-day lives of past civilizations, including how they built their homes, what they ate and what they wore. Learn about ancient inventions and technological advances, including a Sumerian coracle and a Greek shield. Re-create the arts, customs and entertainments of the past - everything from an Egyptian wall painting to a Viking lucky charm.

Two books in one. A brilliant-value sticker book with lots of explorers and warriors from around the world to dress in clothes suitable for their various exploits and encounters

The Life and World of... biographies tell the life-story of key people from history - the part they played in shaping events, and how their lives touched other people.

Describes the history of Ancient Egypt, from its origins as a group of settlements along the banks of the Nile, to its transformation into one of the world''s earliest and greatest civilizations.

There is a treasure trove of things to spot in this introduction to the exciting world of pirates. Little children will love the lively illustrations as they hunt for parrots, pirates, boats and chest of stolen treasure.

Follows the history of the world''s early civilizations from the first farmers of the Middle East to the rise of empires in Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Includes detailed reconstructions of life in the ancient world, factfinders, time chart, who''s who, mythology, and details of recent archaeological finds.

The Life and World of... biographies tell the life-story of key people from history - the part they played in shaping events, and how their lives touched other people.

A guide to horses and horse riding.

This gorgeous book tells the story of stained glass, from the Medieval period, its demise during the Reformation, its revival in the Victorian period, through Art Nouveau, Art Deco, right up to today. It also gives a brief introduction to the techniques used to make it - much the same today as they always have been. Illustrations:Full colour throughout

The gardens of stately homes are often spectacular in their own right and this sticker book encourages the reader to create an imaginative garden, laid out exactly as they feel inspired. Smaller stickers can be layered over the top of larger stickers to create garden features. A lovely addition to the Doll''s House Sticker Book series.

This bumper collection of projects provides hours of creative fun and gives amazing insights into history.

4 years + .Stylish colouring book for budding artists .Beautiful black and white line drawings of many traditional Chinese patterns and designs .Line drawings allow the readers to colour them in their own style .Each picture is accompanied by simple but interesting facts Other titles in the Patterns to Colour series are: Egyptian Patterns to ColourPB978 1 4095 3291 0

An interactive way of finding out about the images, motifs and colours typical of the Middle Ages.

Learn how people built their homes through the ages and find out how the geography and climate affected the building materials used.

Discover the wide-range of scientific and technological advances made throughout history, 20 great projects included.

Biography of world explorer Ferdinand Magellan, famous for organizing the expedition that proved one could circumnavigate the world.

Step inside an elegant Victorian townhouse with this fascinating picture book. Each page shows a different area of the house, including the library, the butler''s pantry, the school room and the conservatory. With information on Victorian times, contents and index pages for easy reference and links to websites with tours of real Victorian houses.