Predstav si, že by si bol Viking. Ako by si sa asi volal? Čo by si jedával? Čo by si musel vedieť? Báli by sa ťa? Mal by si kamarátov? Aký život by ťa čakal? Odpovede na tieto a ďalšie otázky nájdeš v našej knižke.
Táto kniha nám umožní zažiť, precítiť a pochopiť život starovekých Egypťanov v roku 1500 pred Kristom. Na konci knihy sa nachádza test, ktorý nám dá odpoveď na otázku, či by sme prežili v starovekom Egypte.
Each title transports the reader back in time by giving detailed information on the aspects of life during a particular historical period.
Poutavá a zajímavá kniha o historii Egypťanů. Jak byste asi žili, kdybyste jimi byli? To vše se dozvíte v knížce, která má pouhých 50 stran.
Get ready as a poor farmer just scraping by in Ancient Egypt you have been recruited by the pharaoh to help build his enormous tomb a magnificent pyramid. It's gruelling work! Top Tips from Experts: Never argue with the tax inspectors or you'll receive a beating, when dragging large stone blocks, make the path slippery with mud, don't chip away at rocks with a blunt chisel - there's a whole army of workers to grind you a fresh one, always carry a lucky amulet to ward off sickness and evil spirits
'William Shakespeare' explores the life and works of the widely-regarded greatest writer of the English language. Through dispelling common myths and revealing fascinating trivia, this book attempts to answer many of the often-disputed questions surrounding the life of the nation's favourite playwright.
Chronicles the Roanoke and Jamestown English settlements in Virginia, describing the difficult life and relations with the neighboring Algonquian tribe.
Whether you're planning your first seige, building a fortress or just looking for a way to escape the peasants below, "Castles: A Very Peculiar History" is full of tips, tricks and horror stories from the castle-building trade. We can't all match up to the combined beauty and danger of the Tower of London, but in this title you'll learn who developed the world's first flat-pack castle, the difference between donjeons and dungeons (it's important, trust us) and even the best time of year for a siege. Discover how a fortress was brought down by forty pigs and even how to use a common plant to defect lightning! Gasp in horrible glee at the many horrid substances poured onto beseigers through those dastardly trebuchets (there are things worse than boiling hot oil!). From the keep to the bailey, "Castles: A Very Peculiar History" is all you need to learn how to build, manage and defend a mighty fortress.
Introduces the Globe theatre, built in London in 1599 and used for the original performances of many of Shakespeare's plays. Explains what it was like to work in the theatre, and to be part of the audience. Suggested level: intermediate, junior secondary
This title provides a brief chronological fashion show with key dates and mini guides to underwear, hats, jewellery, and shoes. From the ancient world to the present day, find out what was in fashion and for how long. Hundreds of detailed illustrations along the way with the accompanying text describes how clothes were worn to signify work, class, and changing social attitudes.
Wissenswertes über den Bau der gigantischen Pharaonengräber, dargestellt in Bild und Wort. (ab 11).
Revis en version originale le destin véritable d'un pionnier américain ! Misérable fermier de la côte est américaine, tu décides de te joindre à un convoi de chariots qui part pour l'Ouest. Tu vas devenir un pionnier américain. C'est épuisant ! Petits trucs pour s'en sortir : • Emporte tout ce qu'il te faut pour le voyage, y compris une charrue. • Ne pars pas trop tard dans l'année, les cols des montagnes seraient bloqués par la neige. • Méfie-toi des ruées de bisons ! • Si tu tombes à court de nourriture, fais un ragoût avec tes bottes en cuir.
Fact…The Great Pyramid of Giza is made of over 2 million blocks of limestone.Fact…Women had some of the same rights as men including owning property, leaving wills, and divorce.What was daily life like for the worker on the pyramids? Did they use money? Did children go to school? Find out these facts and much more in First Facts About the Ancient Egyptians.
Si tu étais un Viking, comment vivrais-tu ? Vivrais-tu à la campagne ou à la ville ? Serais-tu un homme libre ou un esclave ? Serais-tu un païen ou un chrétien ? Serais-tu un marchand, un artisan, un guerrier, un navigateur ? Aurais-tu partagé les aventures d'Eric le Rouge ou, avec son fils, Leif l'Heureux, aurais-tu découvert l'Amérique un peu avant l'an mil ? Construit à la manière d'un jeu de rôle, ce livre te propose d'entrer dans la peau d'un enfant viking et de vivre sa vie, jour après jour, dans les moindres détails. Tu trouveras aussi une carte du monde viking, ainsi qu'une chronologie des principaux événements qui ont marqué cette civilisation.
