Interest in tracing your family's past has never been stronger & with the full release of the 1911 census & the ongoing digitisation of records in the UK it has never been easier to start your search for your ancestors. This updated edition of an acclaimed guide to family history has been fully updated & revised to cover all the latest developments while retaining the fascinating historical background that makes it invaluable to anyone researching their family's prosperity professions & location through the generations. This practical highly illustrated & informative book explains how to gather clues from your family explore archives search the internet & create your own family tree. Consultants: Mary Castelyn Peter Christian David Kynaston Marjorie Moore John Rowlands & Sheila Rowlands. ...

Explorer is an exciting anthology of short graphic works by established artists & innovative newcomers in the comic & animation fields who have each created a unique story on a central theme: a mysterious box & the marvels or mayhem inside. Collected & edited by Kazu Kibuishi these well-written beautifully illustrated stories reflect a range of styles from the humerous to the fantastic. Explorer will appeal to young adult readers already in 4ouch with the comics world & warmly invite in the more reluctant readers of this age group. ...

This is an epic visual guide to the most intrepid explorers in history. Written in association with the RGS Explorers" brings you stories of great courage spirit & endurance & opens your eyes to how these expeditions have shaped the course of human history. Set out into the unknown with 80 of the world's greatest explorers & discover what motivated them to risk everything in pursuit of discovery. With a foreword by Sir Ranulph Fiennes undoubtedly one of the greatest living explorers & an introduction from Michael Palin President of the RGS " Explorers" features the personal stories & first hand accounts of the people whose courage opened frontiers turned voids into maps connected cultures & added to humankind's knowledge of the world. Featuring exclusive never-before-seen photography from the RGS archive rare maps & specially-commissioned artworks " Explorers" will appeal to all those who love the thrill of travel & exploration & want to experience the triumphs & tragedies of real-life adventure. " Explorers" has been reissued in compact format to mark 100 years since Scott & his team reached the South Pole on 17 January 1912." ...

*EXPLORERS is a new first reference series for children of six & above: those who are just starting to read alone & more confident readers who are beginning to exercise wider reading & cross-referencing skills. Lively story-based artwork scenes draw children into a subject & each scene is followed by a photographic information spread that gives a wealth of extra detail. As a fun extra interactive element coloured journey link buttons allow readers to choose their own path through the book. In DINOSAURS explore Jurassic landscapes inhabited by fierce meat-eaters sneaky scavengers & gentle giants & meet the amazing creatures that walked the Earth millions of years ago. ...

It is the beginning of the century & two teams of explorers are racing across a cold windswept deserted land to reach the furthest point from civilisation. It is they find an awfully long way. Johns & his men take the western route along a rocky scree gossiping bickering & grumbling as they go. Meanwhile Tostigs men make their way along the dry riverbed in the east
- they are fewer with just five men & ten mules & better organised than their rivals. But with Johns team keeping apace in the distance the race is on to reach the Agreed Furthest Point.. .
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Between 1856 & 1876 five explorers all British took on the seemingly impossible task of discovering the source of the White Nile. Showing exceptional courage & extraordinary resilience Richard Burton John Hanning Speke Samuel Baker David Livingstone & Henry Morton Stanley risked their lives & their reputations in the name of this quest. They journeyed through East & Central Africa into unmapped territory discovered the great lakes Tanganyika & Victoria navigated the upper Nile & the Congo & suffered the ravages of flesh-eating ulcers malaria & deep spear wounds. Using new research Tim Jeal tells the story of these great expeditions while also examining the tragic consequences which the Nile search has had on Uganda & Sudan to this day. Explorers of the Nile" is a gripping adventure story with an arresting analysis of Britain's imperial past & the Scramble for Africa." ...

' Exploring Britain's Country Gardens' features 85 carefully selected gardens from the length & breadth of Britain. Each entry each illustrated with stunning photography & has a detailed description of the garden including its history & practical information such as contact details opening times & facilities. From Cornwall's Lost Gardens of Heligan to the rugged charm of Crarae gardens in Scotland this beautiful guide showcases the unique beauty of Britain's gardens & the creative vision of the landscape architects who created them. This is the perfect gift for keen gardeners & lovers of Britain's Heritage. ...

Concise comprehensive & accessible Exploring British Politics presents an insightful approach to British politics with a special emphasis on developments since the 2010 general election & the formation of Britain's first coalition government since 1945. Designed to stimulate critical analysis & provoke lively debate it provides new perspectives on two key themes -- the health of British democracy & the transition from traditional models of government to more flexible forms of 'governance'. ...

This book is based on the belief that deep subject knowledge of language & literature provides a foundation for effective teaching & learning. It provides a comprehensive guide to the range of genres & characteristic features of English language fiction written for children. It will help readers to: o develop their understanding of literature within social cultural & political reading practices o extend their knowledge of language features & conventions of different genres o develop skills in analytical & critical reading. The scope of the first edition has been expanded from solely fiction to cover a range of contemporary literature including poetry plays & picture books. The case study material investigative activities & practical exercises promote an active approach to learning. The second edition focuses on a range of fiction relevant to the National Curriculum for England & the National Literacy Strategy. It provides examples from a range of world literature written in English. Examples from work in translation are also included. It also addresses the requirements of the primary curriculum for ITT English. This book is essential reading for student teachers on PGCE & undergraduate teacher education courses & for teachers undertaking CPD in English literacy or childrens literature. It provides useful support material for language coordinators SCITT coordinators & literacy consultants. ...

Ken & Ching have transformed the way we cook & eat Chinese food. In this exciting new book & TV series they journey through China on a culinary & cultural odyssey to find the old the new & the unexpected. Chinas emergence as one of the worlds most influential cultures has ignited our interest in this enigmatic country but Ken & Ching also have their own quests to explore. They arrive in Beijing to explore the influences of the West on traditional Imperial cuisine & talk to cutting-edge chefs about their take on Peking Duck. They cook with local families en route to discover the influence of Buddhism on vegetarian food & whether the Chinese did actually invent tortellini in remote Kashgar before travelling to Sichuan Province Chinas gastronomic capital. But this is more than a culinary journey this is a homecoming for Ken & Ching & they make their own pilgrimages to Guangdong & Fujian to discover their personal & culinary roots. Ching admires Kens experience & knowledge while Ken respects Chings modern influences. Together they bring a unique & authoritative perspective on Chinese food that will surprise & inform. ...