Best Selling Books by Struan REID

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

Biography of Florence Nightingale, explores her life and achievements and how we know about them.

Introduces the history, government, religion, and culture of ancient Egypt, describes how archaeologists learn about Egyptian civilization, and suggests related Web sites.

A stunning colouring book featuring patterns taken from the tombs and temples of the pharaohs. Each stunning watercolour artwork is accompanied by a black and white line drawing of the same image, allowing readers to copy the original or create their own unique version.

This delightful book gives you your very own museum to arrange and explore.Featuring everything you could wish for in a museum: from vast dinosaur skeletons to Ancient Egyptian artefacts, vintage planes and Roman sculptures. Sea creatures jostle for space with masks, telescopes, weapons and space vehicles. And of course no museum would be complete without the all-important library, cafe and gift shop. Charming illustrations by Brendan Kearney bring out a vintage feel. Behind-the-scenes glimpses into the conservation laboratory and library. Use the stickers to fill this quirky museum with treasures.

One of the reasons that London attracts so many tourists each year is its royal connections. Not only is the UK''s capital city home to the Queen, but it has also seen a wealth of royal history. This entertaining book allows you to colour your way around Royal London, from the Tower of London to Buckingham Palace.

More than just a colouring book, this is a unique introduction to the achievements of the Islamic civilisation through its art, crafts and architecture. Replacing the original edition 9781409556732, the fine lines and detailed patterns in this new revision ensure the book will appeal to children and adults alike.

Bring to life a succession of stunning houses throughout history with this delightfully absorbing sticker book. You will learn all about the culture and times of each era as you go, and get an idea of how trends in interior design reflect social and technological developments. A treat for anyone interested in interior design.

Discusses the opening of trade routes between Europe and Asia and explores the impact of the spice trade carried on over these routes.

Offers an interactive way of finding out about the images, motifs and colours typical of African art. In this title, designs are taken from clothes, pottery and jewellery and include many of the bold patterns for which African textiles are famous.

A brilliant introduction to the Arthurian legends and a must-have for all Sticker Dressing/Sticker Dolly Dressing fans. Dress King Arthur, Queen Guinevere and the Knights of the Round Table in outfits suitable for their various pursuits and activities, using the stickers provided. Learn more about what people wore during the medieval period, including the fashions at court and, of course, the knights'' armour.

Designs to colour taken from thousands of years of Mexican art, from Aztec motifs used in carvings, temple decoration and jewellery to more modern patterns taken from baskets, textiles, clothes and folk art. An interactive way to learn about the history of art in Mexico, with snippets of information on traditional techniques, media and colours. More than just a colouring book, this is a unique introduction to Mexican art for older children and adults. An interactive way of finding out about the images, motifs and colours typical of the the Aztecs and modern Mexican artists.

One terrifying day in the year 79, the Roman city of Popeii was destroyed by a volcano and buried under ash for nearly 2,000 years. Follow the dramatic story and find out about the lives of the people and the treasures they left behind.

Dress the astronauts for their daring space missions, with over one hundred stickers which show the different uniforms and outfits worn by astronauts, cosmonauts and taikonauts.

This beautiful "heritage" sticker book provides an introduction to London and its associations to royalty throughout history. Photographs and artwork in sticker form recreate historic scenes and buildings from royal history; the crown jewels, the state opening of parliament, royal parks and more. An illuminating, absorbing source of information for all royalists and anyone interested in the history of London.

An exquisite coloring book featuring the time-honored colors, patterns and crafts of the 19th Century.

A fantastic book of over 60 things to spot at an airport with simple descriptions and accurate sticker illustrations. Children (and adults) will love spotting the various airport buildings, vehicles, objects and planes and attaching the coloured stickers by each entry, logging where and when they spotted each item in the space provided.

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

Dress the astronauts in the kit necessary for their daring space missions, with over one hundred stickers which show the different uniforms and outfits worn by astronauts, cosmonauts and taikonauts. Part of a hugely popular series, in which children can dress up explorers, soldiers, Kings and Queens, emergency service workers, Greek gods, knights and much more.

-- Looks at men and women whose discoveries and achievements have changed the world-- Charts, diagrams and archival photographs provide detailed historical facts

This colorful book looks at the practical clothes worn by people through the ages. It also examines the distinctive styles, fashions and materials adopted by different cultures throughout the world. Try creating your own Roman toga or a Japanese Netsuke Fox, and discover the fashions of the past.

The Usborne Dictionary of Horses & Ponies is a comprehensive reference work aimed at all ages & abilitie s. It provides information on all aspects of anatomy, health care, body language, breeds, the evolution & uses of horses & ponies. ''

A biography of Ferdinand Magellan. As well as providing a full life story and analysis of his work, it places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book includes quotes and writings from newspapers and journals of the time; a look at the ongoing impact of his work; and information about his rivals and the men and women who affected his life and work.

A pack of four titles exploring the lives and achievements of four important inventors and pioneers. Each title takes one person as its subject and they cover Sir Walter Raleigh, James Cook, Christopher Columbus and Mary Kingsley. As well as providing a full life story and analysis of their work, the authors place their subject''s achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. Each volume includes: a biography illustrated with colour maps and photographs; a look at the ongoing impact of the subject''s work; quotes and writings from newspapers and journals of the time; and information about rivals and the men and women who affected their life and work.

Intricate and colorful designs from India can be found on clothes, jewelry, arts and crafts, and more. Indulge in a little art therapy and try your hand at finishing Mendhi hand designs, beautiful Indian rugs, Hindu religious figures, and many more designs included in this beautiful book. --[Publisher]

An exquisite coloring book featuring the time-honored colors, patterns and crafts of the 19th Century.

Pourquoi avait-on peur des Viking ? Portent-ils tous une grande barbe rousse ? Pourquoi certains d''entre eux étaient-ils enterrés dans des bateaux ? Autant de questions autant de réponses claires et abondamment illustrées qui font de ce livre un outil à la fois informatif et plaisant... dont le jeune lecteur ne pourra plus se passer ! Les Vikings font partie d''une collection des Editions Usborne intitulée Comment vivaient-ils ? Dans la même collection : Les premiers hommes Dans les châteaux forts Les Egyptiens Les Romains Les Indiens d''Amérique du Nord

Delve behind the scenes to look inside bridges, tunnels and towers around the world. Lift the flaps to reveal the mechanics and engineering of constructions including the Channel Tunnel connecting England and France, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the tallest building in the world, and many more.

Aimed at children aged eight to ten, this text presents a biography of the English dramatist William Shakespeare.

This stunning new series contains biographies of significant individuals who can be said to embody a period of history. - reconstruction artwork of particular scenes from the artist''s life - examples of the artist''s work at various stages of their life with text to link their life and work - life story and photographs of the artist - a timeline