From Samuel Johnson Prize Shortlisted author Dominic Streatfeild comes a brilliantly original & stunningly readable work of investigative history which paints an revealing picture of the world since the attacks on the World Trade Centre. Essential reading for fans of Naiomi Klein & Michael Moore. ...

Works of art are more than just illustrations; they are historical documents which contain fascinating & important information about the human experience. By analysing works of art against their historical backdrop, this title helps students to increase their visual literacy as they broaden their historical perspective. ...

Complete with historical facts, newspaper articles & amazing photographs, this collection of headlines provides a unique journey through history & is an essential addition to any library. Alongside the harrowing reports of war, natural disasters & the brutal side of human nature, there are stories of courage, bravery & the incredible individuals who have helped to change the world. ...

Laid out in chronological order, this fantastic book covers all the major events of the 20th century, from the death of Queen Victoria through to the election of President Obama. Alongside the front page headlines & images are a host of incredible stories; some of the disturbing nature of human existence & some of the awe-inspiring events that have shaped the world in which we live today. Complete with historical facts, newspaper articles & amazing photographs, this collection of headline provides a journey through history & is an essential addition to any home library. ...

With stunning, highly-detailed artwork & ever-popular topics, these books make the perfect reference guides for boys & girls ...

Lost buildings is your invitation to visit buildings long vanished or demolished within living history.

Buildings are big

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Relive history as it happened
- year by year. From the origins of our earliest African ancestors right up until the present day,
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Details: From the gruesome murders committed by Jack the Ripper to the whereabouts of Lord Lucan, & from the loss of
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Go on location around the world with historical experts to investigate myths, legends & secrets in History's Mysteries. Each episode satisfies the viewer's curiosity by uncovering the fascinating & sometimes gruesome facts behind the most intriguing stories in history. Jack the Ripper
- In the Autumn of 1888, five prostitutes were savagely murdered in the poor Whitechapel area of London. The murderer was never found. Jack the Ripper occupies a unique place in the history of crime & the identity of the killer is still the subject of fantastic speculation. Journey to the heart of a century-old mystery for a chilling look at the darkest aspect of humanity. The Real Dracula
- Venture into the mists of history to uncover the exploits of the 15th century prince known as ' Vlad the Impaler' a sadist of unimaginable proportions. Bram Stoker chose Vlad as his model for Dracula, but the tales of fictional vampires pale in comparison to the real-life horrors committed by Vlad. The Amityville Haunting
- People familiar with the movie & book The Amityville Horror know that the Lutz family spent barely a month in their Long Island home before abandoning it in the face of an onslaught of disturbing paranormal occurrences. Featuring exclusive testimonies from the Lutz family, this programme explores further dark episodes from deep in the property's past.


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Beginning with the last stand of the Spartans at Thermopylae. History's Worst Battles feature 50 of the most disastrous military engagements ever fought, from antiquity to modern times. Illustrated in full colour, with detailed maps & over 100 photographs & classic paintings, this informative book brings these pivotal conflicts of world history into focus. ...