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Piercings and tattoos, scarification and cosmetic surgery, foot binding and body building, corsets, and crinolines. People have long altered the shape of their body parts using physical modifications or specially…
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For thousands of years, people have wanted to keep their skin soft and free of blemishes. Bathing and pale, clean skin were signs of wealth and privilege, though skin tanning…
Did you know that Louis XIV, the Sun King, had 48 wigmakers to help him hide his premature baldness? Hair has always been a part of what makes a person…
Since ancient times, people have constructed elaborate rituals to keep their bodies clean. There have also been periods when bathing was rare. Baths have even served as social centers and…
Stonehenge is one of the archaeological mysteries of the world. Experts are not entirely certain why Stonehenge was built, but there are clues that have aided them in working toward…
Machu Picchu, a UNESCO world heritage site, is one of the most important archaeological finds in history. This sanctuary stands at the boundary between the Peruvian Andes and the Amazon…
Stephen Hawking advanced our understanding of the universe enormously and had a huge impact on society through his bestselling book and his inspirational battle with disability. This beautifully designed biography…
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Albert Einstein is one of the most famous scientists in the world, known for his phenomenal work in the field of quantum physics. His Theory of Relativity changed our understanding…
Charles Darwin pioneered a theory of evolution that altered the way we see the natural world and our place in it. Find out why his theories were not only revolutionary…
Galileo Galilei pioneered the scientific method and made ground-breaking observations about physics and the solar system. His work informs both modern scientific endeavour and our daily lives. Learn how his…
Raised in rural Pennsylvania, Rachel Carson was a pioneer in combining the disciplines of the arts and science, specifically writing and biology. From writing about the ocean like a poet…
Shows archaeologists as detectives of the past and how they work to solve mysteries of ancient cultures and civilisations by literally ‘Digging Into History
Examines the site of the ancient Incan city Machu Picchu, discussing its discovery, known history, and theories behind its abandonment.
Sir Isaac Newton created the foundations for modern science and furthered our understanding of the universe. He discovered gravity, invented calculus, and defined the basis of modern physics. Follow his…
Did you know that Ancient Egyptian priests ate food that damaged their hearts? From cannibals to rations, fasting to tapeworms, this book uses fascinating facts and stories to help children…
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Stephen Hawking's discoveries include the idea that black holes give off radiation, or energy, and can eventually shrink and vanish. He was also the first person to explain the universe's…
Find out how society and culture has influenced hairstyles throughout history. Did you know that Louis XIV employed 48 wigmakers? From wigs to beehives and the Beatles to sideburns, this…
Traces the history of beliefs about demon possession and witchcraft from ancient times to modern day serial killers and describes the ways people, churches, and governments tried to deal with…
The Aztec people lived in central Mexico and are known for their rich culture and powerful empire. Although these people held control over several regions in Mexico, the Spanish conquistadors…
Rome is one of the most famous cities in the world. Its history is long and tumultuous, but at one point Rome was one of the world’s greatest superpowers. What…
George Orwell’s 1984 had a major impact on the world when it was first released, and its themes of government surveillance, the threat of totalitarianism, and the suppression of information…
Using important events, stories, myths and objects to bring ancient civilisations to life
With plenty of gory stories and fascinating examples, this series is a fun and fascinating read. But it also exposes the reasons behind the sometimes unappealing methods people have historically…
Debates about foreign and domestic terrorism are often presented as exclusively for adults. However, these issues affect young people as well, so it’s important for them to find a voice…
Alice Walker’s The Color Purple was awarded the Pulitzer Prize and is considered one of the most influential works of modern African American fiction. Readers discover the lasting impact of…
Charles Dickens often wrote about the social problems of 19th-century England, such as child labor, poverty, and crime. By shedding a light on these issues through popular works of literature…
John Steinbeck’s novels, including The Grapes of Wrath and East of Eden, have been read by students around the world, and they often provide a strong starting point for learning…
Are there aliens living beyond Earth? An unearthly experience one night has Travis Walton convinced that there are. Because if Travis wasn’t taken by extraterrestrials, where was he while he…
The Hodgson family was used to strange things happening in their little home at 284 Green Street. When furniture and other objects seemingly moved on their own, the family looked…
