Lewis and Clark by Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns - $7
This magnificent book, is illustrated with the full
spectrum of animals, plants, landscapes, people and entire cultures which and
never previously been seen by ‘civilised’ men.
It also draws on the journals kept by Lewis and Clark and by others in
the Corps/ There are loving description
of the Western landscapes; complaints about gnats, prickly pears and mosquitoes
(‘our great trio of pests, equal to any three curses that ever poor Egypt
laboured under’, wrote Lewis)’ reports of their encounter with Indians;
introductions to two of the most fascination characters in their party, the
Shoshone woman Sacagawea and Clark’s slave, York’ intense accounts of hunger,
numbing cold, loneliness, excitement and much more. Here is all the adventure, hardship and triumph
of an astonishing expedition with re-defined a nation.
Softcover,
copyright 1997. Very Good condition.
Total
weight: 774g
They lived like this in…series of 7 by Maria
Neurath, Evelyn Worboys and John Ellis - $15
Set includes:
They lived
like this in Old Japan -They lived like this in Ancient Greece - They lived
like this in Ancient Crete- They lived like this in Ancient India - They lived
like this in Ancient Africa - They lived like this in the Ancient Maya- They
lived like this in Ancient Palestine
Hardcover, copyright 1965-1968, ex-library
books. Good condition, aged look.
Total weight: 1676g
The Year 1000 by Robert Lacey and Danny Danziger -
$4
The Year 1000 is a vivid and surprising portrait of
life in England a thousand years ago – no spinach, no sugar, but a world which
already knew brains surgeons and property developers and even the occasional
gossip columnist.
Can you imagine the medieval equivalent of super
glue and Viagra? How monks communicated when they weren’t allowed to speak?
Robert Lacey and Danny Danziger’s fascination book is packed with such
unexpected details. Both an
entertaining and highly informative read, THE YEAR 1000, brilliantly brings
this distant world closer than it has ever been before.
Softcover, copyright 1999. Good condition, spine a little scuffed.
Step into… The Roman Empire by Philip Steele - $7
Step back in time to one of the greatest
civilizations in history – the Roman Empire.
Discover fascination facts about the Roman way of life – the clothes
people wore, the entertainment they enjoyed, their favourite foods. Marvel at Roman feats of engineering such as
the imposing Pantheon, and find out how one small city became the centre of a
huge and powerful empire. A variety of
practical projects helps you bring the past alive – make an actor’s mask and
put on a show Roman-style, prepare a Roman dish fit for a banquet and make a
writing tablet like the ones used hundreds of years ago.
Softcover, copyright 2004. Excellent condition.
Total weight: 174g
Step into the…Aztec and Maya Worlds by Fiona
Macdonald - $7
Step back in time to Central America before the
Spanish conquest and discover fascination facts about the peoples who lived
there. Explore the culture and beliefs
of the Maya and Aztecs – the cities they build, their astronomical knowledge
and their insatiable need for human sacrifice.
Marvel at their mysterious pyramids and beautiful masks, and learn about
a ball-game that meant certain death for one of its player. A variety of practical projects help you
bring the past alive – create a fan fit for an emperor, make a Maya backstrap
loom and recreate the amazing Aztec Sun stone.
Softcover, copyright2004. Excellent condition, one page slightly torn.
Total weight: 173g
Step into the…Ancient Greece by Richard Tames- $7
Step back in time to Ancient Greece and discover
the spectacular achievements of an adventurous civilization. Delve into everyday lie to find out what
Greeks ate, where they lived and what clothes were fashionable. Learn about the god they worshipped, the
heroes they admired and the politicians who made history. Visit an amphitheatre, wander past a market
stall and witness the battles they fought.
A variety of practical projects help you bring the past alive –reconstruct
the Parthenon, make a comic mask and learn the Ancient Greek alphabet.
Softcover, copyright2004. Excellent condition.
Total weight: 175g
A First Book in American History by Edward
Eggleston - $10
Edward Eggleston had a simple goal when writing
history texts for children; make history interesting. Make it interesting because a child remembers
what captivates him. A child is
fascinated above all by people, Eggleston reasoned. Son in his history texts Eggleston draws a
picture of the development of Americans who made it all happen. Men and women like Christopher Columbus, John
Cabot, Pocahontas, Henry Hudson, Myles Standish, Benjamin Franklin, George
Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Samuel Morse, and Abraham Lincoln.
Used in Heart of Dakota, Bigger hearts for His
Glory.
Sells new for $19.95 US
Hardcover, copyright 1996. Excellent condition.
Total weight: 327g
The Story of Genghis Khan by Charles King - $7
The dark and shadowy figure of the world conqueror
Genghis Khan from the twelfth century is given shape and substance in this
junior book of his astonishing life.
The reader follows the great Khan through his
conquests of China, Khwarezmia, Kara Khitai and His-Hsia until his death on the
way to subdue the Sung. At the end of
the book there are notes on the Mongols and the Mongolia of today, and a ‘Who’s
Who’ and Glossary of unfamiliar words and names.
Hardcover, copyright 1971. Very good condition.
Total weight: 472g
Let’s find out about Abraham Lincoln by Martha and
Charles Shapp - $3
An easy read, for younger student, which covers the
life of Abraham Lincoln, from a young boy in the woods, to storekeeper, where
he earned the title, Honest Abe, from president to his death.
Hardcover, copyright 1965. Good condition.
Total weight: 282g
Journeys in
Time by Elspeth Leacock and Susan Buckley - $12
Paddle in a
birch bark canoe with the Anishinabe and brave the Atlantic with the
Pilgrims. Drag cannons across the icy
Hudson for George Washington and meet the West with Lewis and Clark. Travel the Santa Fe Trail in a covered wagon
and barnstorm the continent in a single engine plane. ‘Journeys in Time’ takes you on twenty
journeys that have shaped our national past, allowing you to follow in the
footsteps of the real people who mad American history.
Softcover,
copyright 2001. Very good condition.
Total
weight: 246g
Famous Men
of the Middle Ages Text and Study guide by Rob and Cindy Shearer- $15
Just as the
Bible uses the stories of the patriarchs Judges, Prophets, and Kings to teach
us, so we hope that the Famous Men series (and the accompanying guides) will be
useful in teaching your children about the traits God desires and the
consequences – both temporal and eternal – of the choices we make.
Softcover,
copyright 1992. Good condition, scuffed
spines.
Total
weight: 820g
Famous Men
of Rome Text by Rob and Cindy Shearer - $12
Just as the
Bible uses the stories of the patriarchs Judges, Prophets, and Kings to teach
us, so we hope that our history units on Israel, Egypt, Renaissance and the
Reformation will be useful in teaching your children about the traits God
desires and the consequences – both temporal and eternal – of the choices we
make.
Softcover,
copyright 1989. Very good
condition.
Total
weight: 467g
Inca Life by
Early Civilizations - $7
Discover how
this mysterious South American empire became so powerful, the legends that
surrounded early Inca history, why religious rituals wand festivals were so
important, the incredible Inca road system, the remains of which survive today,
why silver and gold were sacred to the Incas, the amazing cities designed by
Inca engineers, how the Inca empire was destroyed and much, much more!
Softcover,
copyright 2000. Excellent condition.
Total
weight: 137g
Who built
the Pyramids by Jane Chisholm and Struan Reid - $3
‘What were
the Pyramids for?’ ‘Why are they so big?’ ‘How were mummies made?” Why did
Egyptians write on walls?” These are the
kinds of questions you’ll find asked and answered in Who Built the Pyramids.
Packed full of fun and facts about everyday
life and Ancient Egypt, this is the sort of book you dip into to find out about
one thing…and end up reading the from cover to cover!
An Usborne
Starting Point History Book.
Softcover,
copyright1995. Very good condition.
Total weight: 117g
Wheat by
Chris Pirie - $2
Today as in
ancient times wheat is a vitally important crop which has dramatically
influenced the way we live. This book
tells the 200 year story of wheat in Australia.
The simple and through text is accurately illustrated by colourful
drawings, photographs and diagrams.
Softcover,
copyright 1986. Very good condition.
Total
weight: 81g
Robinson’s
World Atlas - $3
Maps, of
course, are in abundance. They cover a
wide range in a significant colour format; there are descriptive illustrations
of all the projections used. Some amps
in vertical relief show political areas, some are basic to regional studies and
some have a statistical import. In all
they vividly illustrate the world landscape.
Softcover,
copyright 1984. Good condition.
Total
weight: 577g
The New
Americans by Betsy Maestro and Giuliu Maestro - $8
This ongoing
series introduces our country’s history to young readers in an appealing
picture book format. Clear, simple texts
combine with informative accurate illustrations help young people develop an
understanding America’s past and present.
Colonial
Times 1620-1689
Softcover,
copyright 1998. Excellent condition
Total
weight: 236g
Bible Lands
by Eyewitness Guides - $7
Here is an
original and exciting look at the fascination history of the Bible lands. Stunning
real-life photographs of everything from swords to statues, ships to seals, offer a unique ‘eyewitness’ view of history if the lands in the Bible and the people who lived there until the time of Christ.
real-life photographs of everything from swords to statues, ships to seals, offer a unique ‘eyewitness’ view of history if the lands in the Bible and the people who lived there until the time of Christ.
Hardcover,
copyright 1991. Good condition
Total
weight: 550g
What do we
know about the Plains Indian? By Colin Taylor - $4
What food
did they eat? What was their family life
like? Did they live in houses? What did they wear? What are Plains Indians doing today? These are just some of the many interesting
questions asked in the absorbing book on the world of the Plains Indians. The Author has studied Plains Indians for
over 40 years and lecture on them all over the world. He was written books and
many articles on all aspects of Plains Indian life.
Hardcover,
copyright 1993. Very good condition.
Total
weight: 415g
This Land of
Kings by Ida Foulis - $3
This Land of
Kings covers from 1066 (William the Conqueror) –through to 1399 (Richard
II). There is a chapter on each king in
between, with fifteen full colour pictures.
Hardcover,
copyright 1957. Good condition, slight
old look.
Total
weight: 530g
The
Elizabethan Court by R J Unstead - $3
Illustrated
by Victor Ambrus, ‘The Elizabethan Court’ is part of the series of ‘Living
In’. The book contains information
about the court, the people of the court, the Queens and amusements and
pastimes, entertainments and more.
Hardcover,
copyright 1974. Good condition, an ex-library
book, marked/stained title page.
Total
weight: 222g
The Pilgrim
Fathers by Glenys Ambrus - $3
Illustrated
by Victor Ambrus, ‘The Pilgrim Fathers’ is part of the ‘Living in…the time of’
series. The books contains information
about the Puritans, the Mayflower, the early years of settlement, including
clothing and food, and more.
Hardcover,
copyright 1974. Good condition, an
ex-library book, marked/stained title page.
Total
weight: 225g
Samuel
Pepys’ London by R J Unstead - $3
Illustrated
by Edward Mortelmans, ‘Samuel Pepys’ London’ is part of the ‘Living In’
series. The book contains information
about Mr Samuel Pepys, men and women’s dress at the time, inns, food and drink
and more.
Hardcover,
copyright 1974. Good condition, an ex-library book, marked/stained title page.
Total
weight: 222g
Henry VIII
by Dorothy Turner - $3
Part of the
‘Great Lives’ series, which looks at the lives and achievements of great men
and women of the past and present.
Henry VIII
was one of England’s most powerful and sometimes most notorious kings, Best remembered for his six wives, he was
also responsible for the revolution in religion that led to the formation of
the Church of England.
Hardcover. Good condition.
Total
weight: 245g
Starters
Long Ago Pyramid Builders by Macdonald Education - $3
Starters Long Ago books are vocabulary controlled
books designed to stimulate interest in the young child in simple topics form
history. The illustrations include clear
informative diagrams and imaginative reconstructions of events form the past.
Hardcover, copyright 1972. Good condition
Total weight: 157g
Eyewitness Guide Leonard by Andrew Langley - $7
Here is a stimulation introduction to the world of
the Renaissance – from the vision of Leonard da Vinci to everyday life in an
Italian city-state. Filled with superb,
full-colour photographs of works of art and beautiful artefacts, Leonard brings the Renaissance to life,
offering a unique ‘eyewitness’ view of this exciting period in history.
Hardcover, copyright 1999. Very good condition, one squished page
corner.
Total weight: 471g
Eyewitness Guide Renaissance by DK - $7
Here is a beautiful, thought-provoking, and highly
informative guide to understanding the Renaissance. Superb, colour reproduction of painting
sculptures and sketches, clear artwork and authoritative text from an established
art historian offer a fresh ‘eyewitness’ insight into appreciation of the
momentous and influential art of the Renaissance era.
Hardcover, copyright 1994. Excellent condition
Total weight: 525g
Eyewitness Guide Ancient Egypt by DK - $7
Here is an original and exciting look at the fascination
story of Ancient Egypt. Stunning, real
life photographs of everything from jewels to tools, toys to mummies, offer a
unique ‘eyewitness’ view of the history of Ancient Egypt.
Hardcover, copyright 1990. Very good condition.
Total weight: 556g
Eyewitness Art Gauguin by Michael Howard - $7
See Gaugin’s transformation from a Parisian
stockbroker to a visionary artist, who rejects the ‘civilized’ world to create
a new, primitive style of painting.
Examine the artist’s life through a recreated ‘private album’ of
letters, sketches and photographs.
Discover, through more than 150 specially commissioned photographs, the
techniques and materials that Gauguin used to create his masterpieces.
Hardcover, copyright 1992. Very good condition, one slightly torn
corner.
Total weight: 566g
A Visitor’s Guide to Ancient Rome by Lesley Sims -
$7
Planning a trip to Ancient Rome? This is the guide to take. Set at the height of the Empire, it’s packed
with information everyday life, from religion and fashion, to schools and the
army. Not only that, it’s full of
suggestions for where to stay and what to see.
It even offers advice on how to behave at a banquet. All this, plus a detailed map of the city to
help you find your way around.
Softcover, copyright 2000. Excellent condition.
Total weight: 273g
India and the Subcontinent: Overland Odyssey by
Thomas E. King - $8
Air-India and Thomas King worked together to
publish this books. Just as Air India is committed to bridging the gaps between
people of diverse culture, history and commercial need this wonderful display
of a photographer’s art has in itself constructed a bridge,. The perceptive sensitive viewer of this art
form cannot help feel the majesty and serenity that is the strength of the
region captured through his lens.
Hardcover, copyright 1998. Very good condition, dust cover slightly
scuffed around corners.
Total weight: 843g
Kon-tiki and I by Erik Hesselberg - $3
No-one who has enjoyed The Kon-tiki Expedition can
afford to miss this book; Erik Hesselberg was the navigator member of the
Kon-Tiki’s crew, the man whom Thor Heyerdahl, the leader of the Expedition,
described as “a big hefty chap, who can play the guitar and is full of fun.”
In this light hearted book, Hesselberg tells the
story, mainly in delightful drawings, of his journey to South America to joint
the Expedition; his experiences in Peru, including the hunt for balsa logs’ and
the building of the raft. He has caught
the vivid impression for the life at sea; the unbelievably cramped quarters of
the tiny bamboo cabin in which six men lived for 101 days.
Hardcover, copyright1949. Dust cover torn and worn, but underneath book
is fine. Old look.
Total weight: 637g
Step into…The Celtic World by Fiona Macdonald - $7
Step back to a time more than 2000 ago, when the
warlike Celts dominated northern and Central Europe. Marvel at their bravery and nobility in
battle and admired by the Greeks and Romans.
Find out fascination facts about the many different Celtic peoples – the
reason for their migration, their mysticism and beliefs, and how they crafted
exquisite metalwork. A variety of
practical projects helps you ring the past alive – build a roundhouse fit for a
Gallic chieftain, make a welsh harp and created a classic Celtic border.
Softcover, copyright 2000. Excellent condition.
Total
weight: 348g
The Century for Young People by Peter Jennings and
Todd Brewster - $15
The vivid stories of eyewitness at the centre of
this narrative bring to life the most inspiring most surprises and most
terrifying event of the past hundred years.
These are the voices of ordinary people – men and women, children and
adult – who were a part of history in the making. Their joys and sorrows, their hopes and
fears, provide a compelling insider’s looks that momentous event that have
reshaped the world and transformed the very day lives of all of is in a century
of incredible changes.
Hardcover, copyright 1999. Very good condition.
Indians by Macdonald Education - $3
It is hard to imagine a land without and cites,
without any roads or cars, and without any trains or aeroplanes. North America was such a land 500 years ago
before the white man discovered it.
People still lived in the Americas, they were the Indians.
This book contains information, stories and games
all about the Indians of North America.
Hardcover, copyright 1980. Very good condition, an ex-library book.
Total weight: 398g
Total weight: 398g
How to Read Church History vol. 1 and 2 by Jean
Comby and Diarmaid MacCulloch - $15
This fascinating introduction to early Christianity
sets it in the broader context of the political, social, and economic
developments in the wider world. Direct quotations from primary sources
accompany the narrative. Line drawings, charts, maps, and photos of art
and architecture help bring this period to life. Volume 1 covers
beginnings to the 15th century; volume 2 covers from
Reformation to present day. Part of Sonlight Core 200.
Soft cover, volume 1 good condition, volume 2, as
new. Copyright 1985 (vol. 1) and 1989 (vol. 2)
Total weight: 927g
The Kingfisher Illustrated History of the World tell the history of the world from 40000BC through the tome when the first people settled and developed the first civilizations up to the present day. This remarked reference source present the essential events of world history in 800 highly illustrated pages. Its informative essays are linked by a chronological timeline of dates and intriguing events broken by highly visual thematic feature showing how the lives of people have changed.
Volumes 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10 only. Hard cover, excellent condition. Copyright 1993, now out of print.
Total weight: 3613g
The Life of George Washington by Josephine Pollard - $4
The life story of a public man cannot help being to some extent the same things as a history of the times in which he lived, and to the case of none does this remark apply with more force than that of the “Father of his Country”; which very title shows the degree to which the personality of its bearer became identified with the public life of the nation. While a great deal of the space in this book, consequently, has have to be devoted to American Revolutionary History, it is hoped that excess in this direction has been avoided, and that the main purpose of the work will be attained, i.e. to give its young readers a distinct and vivid idea of the exalted character and priceless services of Washington, so far as these can be brought within the understanding of a child.
Hard cover, fair condition, cover is coming off.
Total weight: 523g
No comments :
Post a Comment