From the war-time success of deciphering the German Enigma machine right up to modern-day computer hackers, the exciting history of code-breaking is explored. More →
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Hi Tech World: Cool Stuff is packed full of the very latest technological gadgets including everything from the high performance pogo stick and gekkomat climbing aid to the watch phone with… More →
Discover fascinating information about the latest hi tech security equipment and procedures used around the world. Readers will be amazed by the technology behind iris recognition scanners… More →
As our world becomes "smaller", how do governments and citizens manage and react to migration and settlement? Themes explored in this intriguing book include: rights and laws - freedom of… More →
Owen's the new kid in town. While biking one day, his new friends warn him about Harrison Hill. They say it's haunted, but Owen thinks that's ridiculous. After taking a dare to spend the… More →
There are places around the world where ghosts are believed to dwell. Hospitals and asylums are where patients go to get better. See why, sadly, some patients never leave alive...or dead! More →
This timely and important title examines the motivations, events, and effects of the terrorist practice of taking hostages. From political bargaining throughout history to current activity by More →
Every state or country has a haunted history. Hotels are where travelers check in for a relaxing vacation. Unfortunately, some of the ghostly guests from long ago never bothered to check out! More →
Every state or country has a haunted history. Hotels are where travelers check in for a relaxing vacation. Unfortunately, some of the ghostly guests from long ago never bothered to check out! More →
It is estimated about 150 million people around the world are homeless. What homelessness means, why people become homeless, and how governments and organizations work to end homelessness are More →
The How did that get here series introduces children to the history and geography of some of our most commonly-used commodities. Readers will learn how the seed of the cocao plant becomes a More →
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