David Antram

This series transports the reader to the grisliest times and places in history. The first-person narrative approach puts the reader in the shoes of some of the most unfortunate people ever to have lived - from pyramid builders to viking explorers, from medieval knights to the crew of the Titanic. This approach encourages readers to get emotionally involved with the story and characters, aiding their understanding of some of the most important periods...

The humorous illustrations and the narrative approach encourage readers to get emotionally involved with the characters, aiding their understanding of what life would have been like being a Sumerian slave. A glossary and index make this an ideal introduction to the conventions of non-fiction texts for 7-11 year olds.

You are George Robert Twelves Hewes, you don't know it yet but you will be an eyewitness to some of the most important events in American history. From life as a shoemaker you will attend the strangest tea party ever, and become a revolutionary fighting the might of the British Army.

This series explores some of the most difficult occupations of the past from the perspective of an applicant for the job. 'How To Be A Pirate' is packed with facts and investigates all aspects of life on the open seas, including food, weaponry, medicine and, of course, treasure.

This title tells the story of a brave soldier as he invades enemy countries, gains glory on the battlefield, loots, pillages, & encounters threats to his survival. The book charts with depth & accuracy, the battles, conquests & wars of Alexander the Great, from the start of his campaign to his death.

The fearsome tyrannosaurus rex may be one of the most well-known dinosaurs but it's not the most scary! In this book you'll find the vital statistics of ten of the most awe-inspiring and truly terrifying dinosaurs that ever lived.

This is one in a series of books which count down the ghastliest ghoulies, the most petrifying pirates, the angriest animals, the nastiest natural disasters, and much, much more! Each title explores the facts and science behind each subject, as well as looking at their impact on the world at large.

Travel back to the 1930s and find out why you should avoid flying on the Hindenburg. Through the eyes of an airship mechanic, follow the story of the famous doomed airship from its design and construction to its firey final voyage on May 3rd 1937.

This title reveals the grim truth behind the most rotten rulers of all time, dangerously tough, determined, and ruthless - definitely not nice to know.

From gun-wielding gangsters to dangerous outlaws of the Wild West, meet the biggest baddies in history and discover how they tortured and terrified their way to the top.