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  • Sudan, Darfur and the Nomadic Conflicts

    by Philip Steele ...
    Series series Our World Divided
    The different peoples making up Sudan have a long history of ethnic conflict. There has been civil war between the north and the south, as well as conflict among the various ethnic communities and nomadic groups living within these regions. Readers examine the civil unrest that has divided the country for decades, as well as the rebellion and massacres of the Darfur region. Factors contributing to ... Read more

    $36.99 CAD

  • DKfindout! Castles

    by Philip Steele ...
    Series series DK findout!
    This fun, fact-filled book for kids ages 6-9 is the ultimate guide to all things medieval, from knights and jousting to sieges and forts. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it's the perfect book for any kid who can't get enough of castles.Where in the world can you find today's oldest ... Read more

    $7.99 CAD

  • Jesse and Frank James

    The Family History

    The daring exploits of Frank and Jesse James have fascinated America for more than a century. Myth and fact have meshed together to create a legend of monumental proportions.Anxious to bask in the reflected glory of the James clan, many people have claimed a family connection to these two famous outlaws. Now noted Western historian and folklorist Phillip W. Steele has penned an authoritative ... Read more

    $17.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Last Cherokee Warriors

    by Philip Steele ...
    A history of two Cherokee men and the personal hardships they faced against the US government in the nineteenth century.The expanding American frontier in the late 1800s created a battleground on which white and Indian cultures inevitably clashed. Slowly and inexorably the Native Americans were pushed from their land and stripped of their birthright.This engrossing volume documents the lives of ... Read more

    $17.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Iran and the West

    by Philip Steele ...
    Series series Our World Divided
    Iran is a country rich in culture, with a long, sometimes violent history. After the Shah was overthrown in 1979, the Ayatollah Khomeini ruled the government. They led the country into war with Iraq and created tension with many Western countries, including the United States. Readers explore the long history and culture of Iran—the rise of the Ayatollah, the election of current president Mahmoud ... Read more

    $36.99 CAD

  • The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Egypt

    by Philip Steele ...
    Illustrated by Eugenia Nobati ...
    Series series The Magnificent Book of
    This stunning book will lead you on a thrilling journey back in time to the land of the ancient Egyptians. Meet mighty pharaohs and powerful queens. Awaken mythical gods and magical goddesses. Watch everyday life along the River Nile. Every spread reveals a fabulous treasure and its unique story. Unwrap a pharaoh's mummy, decipher hieroglyphics, discover why an amulet is lucky, and what ... Read more

    $9.99 CAD

  • Afghanistan

    by Philip Steele ...
    Series series Our World Divided
    Readers examine the history of Afghanistan, including its wars with the British Empire through its present-day occupation by American and NATO forces. Issues explored include the rise of the Taliban, the 9/11 attacks and the subsequent U.S. military ouster of the Taliban, the war of insurgency, and the plan for military withdrawal. Case studies show real-life experiences from a variety of sources, ... Read more

    $36.99 CAD

  • DKfindout! Vikings

    by Philip Steele ...
    Series series DK findout!
    This fun, fact-filled book for kids ages 6-9 is the ultimate guide to Viking history, from Loki and longships to runestones and raids. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it's the perfect book for any kid who can't get enough of these medieval adventurers.What games and sports did Vikings ... Read more

    $7.99 CAD

  • The Crest

    Trista Bomstruck, a fifteen year old creative engineer, fills her daily life with amusing inventions. At the annual inventors' festival, Trista is swept up in a war that her grandfather thought had ended. As an aggressive robotic army creeps closer to Trista's doorstep, she and her grandfather are rescued by the strongest military force in the galaxy. Her grandfather's heroic past is revealed and ... Read more

    $4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Understanding Relations Between Scripts II

    Early Alphabets

    Series Book 1 - Contexts of and Relations between Early Writing Systems (CREWS)
    Contexts of and Relations between Early Writing Systems (CREWS) is a project funded by the European Research Council under the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme (grant agreement No. 677758), and based in the Faculty of Classics, University of Cambridge.Understanding Relations Between Scripts II: Early Alphabets is the first volume in this series, bringing together ten ... Read more

    $39.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Writing Around the Ancient Mediterranean

    Practices and Adaptations

    Series Book 6 - Contexts of and Relations between Early Writing Systems (CREWS)
    Writing in the ancient Mediterranean existed against a backdrop of very high levels of interaction and contact. In the societies around its shores, writing was a dynamic practice that could serve many purposes – from a tool used by elites to control resources and establish their power bases to a symbol of local identity and a means of conveying complex information and ideas. This volume presents a ... Read more

    $39.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The 100 Year Time Travelers

    Travel Through Time Using Magic Stones

    Explore world history 100 years at a time for kids 8-12.When two Viking children discover magical runes, they are taken on a journey through time with the reader by their side. Explore moments in history in 100-year jumps, from the Roman Empire to the Mongolian steppe—all the way through the year 2100 for a look at what the future might hold.This imaginative take on world history will bring ... Read more

    $10.99 CAD