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The Mount Everest Disaster Of 1996
On 6 May 1996, dozens of excited climbers set off to scale Mount Everest and reach the highest point on Earth. On the morning of 10 May, the skies were clear. The summit was in sight. But hours later, a terrible storm hit. Eight climbers died as they...
- Book Cover : Hardback
The Roman Empire
Uncover some of the most chilling practices of the ancient Romans! This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and ...
- ATOS Book Level : 6.2
- Points Value : 1.0
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Roman Empire And It’s Impact On Britain
The Roman Empire and its Impact on Britain is a fascinating account of British history from a period that begins with the invasion of the Romans on Britain in 55BC to AD410, when they finally left. The book describes how Roman settlers have ...
- ATOS Book Level : 6.1
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Tragic Trip Of The Donner Party
In the spring of 1846, the Donner and Reed families joined a wagon train bound for California in the hope of finding a better life. But when the party took an untested shortcut, it set them down a tragic path. As they crossed the Sierra Nevada, heavy...
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The Viking And Anglo-Saxon Struggle For England
The Viking and Anglo-Saxon Struggle for England is a fascinating account of British history from a period that begins when the Vikings arrived and attacked Lindisfarne in 793, through to the Battle of Hastings in 1066, when the Normans were ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.8
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Viking Invaders
Uncover some of the most chilling practices of the Vikings. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of ...
- ATOS Book Level : 6.2
- Points Value : 1.0
- Book Cover : Paperback
Vikings: Scandinavia’s Ferocious Sea Raiders
When one thinks about the Vikings, usually images of savage fighters arriving in longships to raid villages come to mind. But the Vikings weren't just violent invaders trying to steal treasure. These Norse warriors were also master sailors and ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.6
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
What It Was Like To Be A………Viking
The Vikings were a terrifying force that changed history across the globe – from Canada all the way to Iraq. But they were merchants as well as marauders, explorers as well as adventurers. The greatest seafarers and shipbuilders of their age, they ...
- ATOS Book Level : 6.8
- Points Value : 1.0
- Book Cover : Paperback
What It Was Like To Be An…….Ancient Roman
Who were the Romans and how did this small tribe come to dominate Italy before establishing the largest empire the world has ever seen? Why were the Romans such brilliant innovators, responsible for inventions including newspapers, concrete, ...
- ATOS Book Level : 7.1
- Points Value : 1.0
- Book Cover : Paperback
World Civilizations
Explores the main world settlements througout history, including here they were located, daily life, culture, ad historical significance.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Zeus Vs Ra
It’s a battle of the leader of the gods versus the god of the sun. The Greek god Zeus controls the skies and can shape shift as he wishes. With his connection to the sun, the Egyptian god Ra provides life, warmth and growth. If these gods were to ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
