Kategoria BISAC: Juvenile Nonfiction >> History - Symbols, Monuments, National Parks, etc.

Page Plan

1 Title Page
2-3 USA country map/contents page
4-103 State maps
104-105 State flags
106-107 Historic events
108-109 Presidents
110-111 Index
112 Imprint

Where is Stonehenge? That's an easy question to answer. It sits on the Salisbury Plain in Southern England. But what is the meaning of these strange circles of stones? Was Stonehenge a religious site to honor the dead? Or a sacred place of healing? Or perhaps an astrological calendar? These are much harder questions to answer. However, in an engaging and easy-to-read account, True Kelley puts forth all theories--past as well as current ones--about Stonehenge and the people who...

The Emperor Titus opened the enormous Colosseum in AD 80 to host 100 days of games, and it will astound readers to learn what the ancient Romans found entertaining. Over 50,000 screaming fans watched gladiators battling each other to the death, men fighting exotic wild beasts, and even mock sea battles with warships floating on an arena floor flooded with water. By AD 476 the Roman Empire had fallen, and yet the ruins of the Colosseum remain a world-famous landmark of an unforgettable time.

This incredible new book and model set features a replica of the Arc de Triomphe to build, perfect for anyone interested in design, architecture, and--of course--Paris. A fresh take on this one-of-a-kind French landmark, this collectible book also comes packed with breathtaking photography along with information on Parisian food, history, and culture. It's a not-to-be missed journey through the magical City of Light