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The fascinating, little-known story of how two brilliant female physicists’ groundbreaking discoveries led to the creation of the atomic bomb. In 1934, Irène Curie, working with her husband and fellow scientist, Frederic Joliot, made a discovery that would change the world: artificial...

First published in 1952, Herbert and Eleanor Farjeon’s Kings and Queens has attained the status of a children’s classic. The charming poems, each one dedicated to a different king or queen, tell the story of the 41 English monarchs from William I to Elizabeth II in a humorous and charming way that has delighted generations of children and their parents.

At 800-feet long, the Hindenburg was the largest airship ever built--just slightly smaller than the Titanic! Also of a disastrous end, the zeppelin burst into flame as spectators watched it attempt to land in Lakehurst, New Jersey on May 6, 1937. In under a minute, the Hindenburg was gone...

Fall is changing to winter in Clearville, mere months after Peter and his friends went up against their second supernatural adversary. The positives in Peter’s life are adding up: He and Nicola have never been happier. Classes at school are far more interesting than he had anticipated. And Christmas, his favorite time of year, is just around the corner.

Brought to you by Puffin. Mary Seacole is now known for her medical work in the Crimean war, and as a brilliant woman who combated the racial prejudice she experienced in her lifetime. But for a long time her story was lost. From growing up in Kingston, Jamaica as the daughter of a doctress to...

Buckle up for a thrilling journey through ancient Ireland, Scotland, and Wales—where fairies play tricks, giants battle wits, and warriors like Cú Chulainn take on epic challenges!

Tired of advent calendars that offer a moment of chocolate followed by a day of plastic clutter? This year, give a gift that sparks a daily adventure, ignites genuine curiosity, and creates a holiday tradition your family will talk about for years to come.

Meet the Nordic god of thunder! Thor is a happy god—unless you make him angry. Then he might shake the earth and topple mountains. So stay on his good side as he takes you on a journey across the rainbow bridge to Middle Earth and beyond, to mysterious Nordic realms filled with frost giants, dark elves, and plundering Vikings. In this engaging and humorous work of nonfiction, Thor offers a wildly entertaining introduction to Norse mythology.

Stone-henge er Englands største og mest berømte oldtids-minde. Det er et mystisk sted, der er bygget af nogle meget store sten. Arkæo-loger mener, at stenene var en slags kalender, som viste Solens gang hen over himlen. I denne bog kan du læse historien om Stone-henge gennem flere tusind år. Du kan også læse nogle af de gamle fortællinger, der er knyttet til Stonehenge: Om gamle konger, trold-manden Merlin og de mystiske druider.

Do you know whose culture outlasted the mighty Romans? The Celts! Their culture still sparks wonder today. But who were these incredible people, and how did their legacy shape the world we know? Journey Back to the Iron Age! Imagine a time over three thousand years ago in Western Europe, where the Celts lived vibrant lives long before the Romans and Anglo-Saxons stepped onto the scene. Discover a world where history is not just about dates but about astonishing tales of resilience and creativity.

Discover all there is to know about the Renaissance, the period in history that took Europe from the Middle Ages to modern times! Beginning in Italy, the Renaissance was a cultural movement that spread throughout Europe and affected art, science, technology, politics, and thought. From the 1300s...

Joan of Arc was born in a small French village during the worst period of the Hundred Years' War. For generations, France had been besieged by the British. At age 11, Joan began to see religious visions telling her to join forces with the King of France. By the time she was a teenager, she was...

Critically acclaimed Sibert Honor author Deborah Hopkinson brings to bold life the remarkable story of the Danish resistance and rescue of over 7,000 Jews during WWII.

Vlad the flea and Loxton the rat are perfectly at home in the dirt and filth of Scutari Hospital. But the arrival of Florence Nightingale and her strange companion changes everything. Will the friends be driven out or can they save the day? Find out about Florence, her nurses and Scutari Hospital through the eyes of Vlad the flea and Loxton the rat.

It’s been a year since Gabe, Marty, and Elizabeth’s last adventure, and Gabe is starting to wonder if Thrylos will ever summon them again. But then, the magician himself shows up at the Lovejoys’ door one day, frantically summoning them in person to their biggest assignment yet. Not only will he be going along this time, but they will also need the help of other magicians and apprentices, too.

From the palaces of Austria to the mirrored halls of Versailles, Marie Antoinette led a charmed life. She was born into royalty in 1755 and married the future king of France at age 15. By 21 she ascended to the throne and enjoyed a lavish lifestyle of masquerade balls, sky-high wigs, and...

It is sometime during the 1880's, and Jack and Amy have come to London searching for their uncle.
On their own without money, food, or shelter, they have nowhere else to turn. But what is the chance of finding him when they don’t even know where he lives? For the two youngsters, attempting to live on the streets is frightening, dangerous, and an opportunity for the worst elements of the city to take advantage of them. London society has become uncaring, even cruel, to the needy. Where can they find safety?

A condensed biography of the little Corsican who became Emperor of France. This audiobook gives a sweeping account of the life of Napoleon, from his humble beginnings, through his brilliant victories in battle after battle, to his disastrous Russian campaign, and his re-burial in Paris.

Ein Hauch von Luxus, Krimi und Spionage durchweht die Geschichte des Königs aller Züge. Ab 1883 rollt der Orient-Express quer durch Europa - von der Küste des Atlantiks im Westen bis zur Pforte des rätselhaften Orients im Osten. Die Reisenden müssen auf dieser abenteuerlichen Strecke mit allem möglichen rechnen: vom furchteinflößenden Räuberhauptmann bis zum wild gewordenen König.

Sie versetzten ganz Europa in Angst und Schrecken: die Barbaren aus dem Norden. Bis an die Zähne bewaffnet überfielen sie Dörfer, plünderten Kirchen und Klöster und brannten alles nieder, was sie nicht als Beute mitnehmen konnten. Doch wer waren die Wikinger wirklich? Waren sie nur die wilden Horden, die übers Meer kamen und brennend und sengend die Küsten Europas heimsuchten?