Sign up to our emails and be the first to know about new releases, special offers and more.
Become a Readings Member to make your shopping experience even easier. Sign in or sign up for free!
Hello Readings Member! Go to the member centre to view your orders, change your details, or view your lists, or sign out.
Australian Book Retailer of the Year 2021
Dissected Lives
This book explores the lives of two women in the 19th century. One became the first woman doctor while the other was an American woman who was arrested for voting…
Available to order, ships in 7-14 daysAvailable to order
Let's talk about the president who bought Louisiana - Thomas Jefferson. What was his life prior to being president? How did his life change during his early years in office…
What is the Jacksonian Democracy and how does it differ to the Democracy left by the Greeks? Let's talk about the life and times of US President Andrew Jackson in…
Today, you enjoy the convenience of being able to fly to distant lands. But some time ago, this was not a possibility until the Wright brothers invented the airplane. Read…
You have probably heard about Socrates, Plato and Aristotle. When it comes to ancient minds who created foundations in philosophy, science, and math, these three names would automatically come up…
Who was Benedict Arnold and why was he dubbed as both an American hero and a traitor. Don’t you think it’s confusing if someone is named as both hero and…
During the heat of the American Revolution, Thomas Paine created and distributed a pamphlet of Common Sense. What was written in that pamphlet? Why did Thomas Paine call it Common…
Use this book to investigate influential groups and people of the Constitutional Convention. Read about the lives of James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, Benjamin Franklin, and George Washington. Understand how these…
Horace Mann was a firm believer of the importance of education. He fought for better education for all children that's why he is known as the father of American education…
Mercy Otis Warren was a brave and brilliant woman. She used her writing prowess to fight in the US revolutionary period. This biography book is dedicated to the life and…
King Hammurabi graced history books because of his Code of Law. The Code of Law sets the standards for punishments to meet the requirements of justice. In this book, you…
Learn from the story of Donald Trump, and how he transitioned from a billionaire businessman to president of the United States of America. This reformatted bestseller from Baby Professor features…
Unlike the other presidents, Nelson Mandela was once a prisoner for 27 years. His tale is one of bravery, hope and inspiration. Know about his struggles and his accomplishments. By…
Read about the life and times of Mark Twain. Learn about the major events in his life, which have inspired him to write youthful adventures. How did Mark Twain grow…
The life of Madame CJ Walker caught the attention of Hollywood resulting in films and TV series about her. In this book, however, only the raw truth about this amazing…
Despite his debilitating illness, Stephen Hawking found way to share his knowledge of the universe. He was a bright man who was always hungry for knowledge. He experimented, studied and…
What good will reading about Fidel Castro and his Communist Marxist Government do? It will create a solid foundation that will help in the deep understanding of Fidel’s government. The…
Describe the life and words of Ernest Just in this biography book for kids. By reading about the lives and works of scientists, kids will pick up valuable life lessons…
Did you know that it was a Native American who accompanied the famed duo Lewis and Clark in exploring Louisiana? What do you think the other natives felt when they…
Jane Goodall is known for her chimpanzees. She is a woman with a mission and everything that she does points to living that. Reading her story will help to figure…
You know Bill Gates. Everybody does. He’s a very successful businessman with unique ideas and strategies that pushed him to become a world leader in his own right. His biography…
When she was still alive, Princess Diana was loved by the world. She did supported several charitable institutions and she inspired people wherever she go. Yes, as a princess she…
Hillary Clinton is a powerful and influential woman. She recently ran for presidency and lost to Donald Trump. Clinton has been a statewoman for years and she has touched many…
Study the life of Padre Junipero Serra and his missions to America. Understand why the Spanish government decided to send missionaries to the southwestern part of the US, especially in…
The Monroe Doctrine was a US policy that opposed European colonialism. It was penned by James Monroe, who was an American lawyer, diplomate and statesman. In this book, you will…
The purpose of this biography book is to equip your child with the knowledge that will lead to an appreciation of the contributions of Pythagoras and Hippocrates. Both Greek scholars…
Give your child the chance to meet Confucius in the pages of this biography book. Reading biographies will not only reveal personal decisions, it will also showcase the circumstances of…
Did Pocahontas really exist or was she just a figment of the imagination? Explore the legend of Pocahontas in this educational book for children. Retell their connection with John Rolfe…
What did George Washington do as commander-in-chief of the new Continental Army? Get to know the real George Washington through this educational book for children. The most important pieces of…
Let’s talk about the expeditions of Zebulon Pike. He was an American brigadier general and adventurer who explored the new Louisiana territory. Because of his significance contribution to the US…
Let’s talk about the 19th century as a time when much of our necessities were answered with technology. Let’s talk about the 19th century with answers to economic riddles. This…
Harriet Tubman was brave and smart. She was instrument in the escape of many African Americans from slavery through the underground railroad. Her story has a significance impact on racism…
For a relatively easier farming compared to the 1700s, thank Cyrus McCormick. McCormick invented the mechanical reaper, which was hailed as a key invention that propelled the US economy forward…
Two of America’s most memorable African American freedom fighters are discussed in this biography book. Read the stories of Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth. Discover their contributions as abolitionists and…
Read about the story of Nicolaus Copernicus and how he challenged the Church with his theory of heliocentrism. Be inspired by his brilliance and also learn about the theory that…
Who said women can’t go to space? Who said African American women can’t? Mae Jamison challenged society when she decided to become an astronaut. Read about her inspiring story through…
You probably know about the story of John Smith and Pocahontas as told by Disney. This time, however, you will read about the true story of John Smith. You will…
Who was Anne Bradstreet and what did she do to deserve a spot in history books? Reading about Anne’s life will also reveal truths about Puritanism. With the information, you…
Elijah McCoy was an inventor and engineer who was of African-American descent. He was known for his 57 US patents, most of which have something to do with the lubrication…
Columbus did not name the Americas. It was Amerigo Vespucci who did it. This educational book features Amerigo Vespucci as the Italian trader and explorer who first sailed to the…
Train your child to be a future investigator starting with the realization of historical facts that shape the present. This book features the life and times of Samuel de Champlain…
Charles Goodyear discovered rubber, a material that is still in use these days. But like other inventors, Charles didn’t win right away. The tried and failed many times. He didn’t…
