Books Kids Reference & Non-Fiction Books With fast facts, mini missions, & engaging artwork, Vikings in 30 Seconds is an introduction to one of the world’s most fascinating cultures. Children will discover all about these amazing warriors, including where they came from, their incredible skill as boat builders & seafarers & how they traded with & settled in other lands. Each topic is presented in a concise 30-second summary, supported by a 3-second flash soundbite & full-colour artwork. Fun, active elements for kids to make-&-do support the topics, encouraging them to test, explore, & discover more. Product Information:  •†ISBN:† 9780711288652 •†Author: Philip Steele •†Publisher:†Ivy Press •†Format:†  Paperback •†Pages:† 96 •†Dimensions:†18.73 x 0.95 x 23.5 cm ...

The first book to tackle the subject in forty years, the true extent of the Viking discovery & colonisation of the eastern seaboard of America is fully examined, taking into account the new archaeological, linguistic & DNA evidence which supplements the historic account. ...

LET THE VIKING AGE BEGIN! The continent of Europe has faced many battles in the past, but none as brutal as what is about to become a 250-year conquest.

Ragnar Lothbrok, disenchanted with his chieftains progress, decides to cross the oceans by boat & discover new, richer civilisations.

Now its your turn to engage in combat & seek to conquer this new world alongside him. Play as one of five fully customised Viking tribes, including uniquely influential Viking longship game pieces, as you try to invade & capture the nine regions of Europe.

With special Cards of the Gods to help boost your forces or ruin your plans, & special Raid cards to capture strategic strongholds & gain new warriors, this edition of Risk is an epic battle for control of Europe... & its vast riches.

See you in Valhalla!

Product Information:
• Vikings Risk
• Strategy based board game
• Based on The conquest of Europe
• Players: 2-5
• Ages 10+














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6 DVDs packed with more than 4 hours of Viking adventures & history, taking a look at the myths & legends surrounding the mighty warriors. Learn all about their battle prowess & visit their homes & battlegrounds with the archaeologists who are uncovering their secrets & captivating myths. Then chart a course for discovery with a fascinating look at the simple, sturdy & legendary ship that helped make Vikings the most influential people of the dark ages with 2 DVDs exploring their ships & terrible raids. With the help of experts, discover the truth in whether or not Vikings managed to travel to America in 2 more brilliant DVDs. Finally, take a look at the life of Leif Ericson as archaeologists try to piece together the story behind the infamous Viking & his journey west. ...

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Viking artefacts discovered across a vast geographical range, from Russia & modern-day Turkey to Greenland

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Ninianee & Erianthee possess different magical talents. Eri can craft entertainments out of thin air, & Nini can communicate with fur-bearing animals. Erianthee is bound for Court & the attentions of suitors while Ninianee must star near Vildecaz Castle. But during the visit of Yulko Bihn, mysterious events change everyone's plans. ...

The Bright Young Things of 1920s Mayfair, with their paradoxical mix of innocence & sophistication, exercise their inventive minds & vile bodies in various kinds of capricious escapade, whether it is promiscuity, dancing, cocktail parties or sports cars. This work reveals the vulnerability beneath the glittering surface of the high life. ...

They may have looked all prim & proper, but the Victorians were a jolly naughty bunch who could be vicious & violent & villainous. Readers can discover the murderers who wouldn't hang, when the first public loo was flushed & all about stag hunting in Paddington Station. With a bold, accessible new look, these bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans. Revised by the author & illustrated throughout to make Horrible Histories more accessible to young readers. 2013 is HORRIBLE HISTORIES twentieth anniversary. ...

Describes such diverse matters as the daily drama of life among the servants, the reviving fortunes of Portofino, the 500-year-old horse race around the main square of Siena, the gondoliers' union in Venice, & a traffic clash between a family of pigs & a cart full of crucifixes. ...

Villa for England tells the story of Villa's contribution to the national side. All seventy-one players picked for England from Villa have an entry in the book. As well as individual's stories, the overall history of the club is told. Aston Villa is one of the great clubs of world soccer. From its founding in 1874 Villa rapidly became a major force. It was the Villa secretary William Mc Gregor who set in motion the Football League in 1888. Football was never the same again. Even before the League, Villa began to supply internationals. Two players were capped for England in 1882, Howard Vaughton & Arthur Brown. Vaughton became the first player to score five goals in an international match. He was the first of a legendary line of Villa England strikers, going through Harry Hampton, Billy Walker & Gerry Hitchens to Gabby Agbonlahor & Darren Bent today. Villa have supplied England with top players in every position, with goalkeepers like Sam Hardy & Nigel Spink, defenders like Howard Spencer, Gareth Southgate & Stephen Warnock, attacking players like Charlie Athersmith, Eric Houghton, Gordon Cowans, David Platt, Brian Little, Steve Hodge, Darius Vassell, Ashley Young & Stewart Downing showing that Villa have always encouraged attacking flair. Seventy-one players have been picked for England while wearing the claret-&-blue shirt with the Lion badge
- the highest total for any club. Their stories are told in this book with an entry for every single player. The great names are picked out for detailed treatment in a Pantheon section. & the individual stories are set against the overall history of this famous club. Villa's history has been a roller coaster ride. The massive success before World War One led to high expectations which were not matched by performance in the middle years of the 20th century. Since returning to the top level, Villa players have been chosen for England sides & World Cup squads. England managers have found Villa Park a rich source of talent, with Fabio Capello following this tradition. " Villa for England" tells the story of Villa's contribution to the national side.
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