Discover how the thoughts and actions of famous medieval men, women, and children shaped history. Explore the lives of powerful kings and queens, rebellious peasants, fierce warriors, and… More →

The War of 1812 resulted in a surging sense of nationalism for both the United States and Canada. This fascinating book looks at the achievements of the military leaders and other key figures More →

In 1519, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan took five ships and 200 men on an epic journey around the world on behalf of Spain. This colorful new book follows the world's first… More →

Gladiators fought, trained, and entertained. But what were their lives really like, and how did they end up fighting in front of crowds? Enter the arena and explore what made gladiators one… More →

As the Civil War entered its final years in 1864-65, several important campaigns would be fought. Petersburg, Mobile Bay, Franklin/Nashville, Sherman's March to the Sea, and Five Forks are… More →

Clear text and dynamic images show why flying has become such a popular sport. Flying for Fun features recreational planes, balloons, microlights, gliders, and vintage aircraft. From hang… More →

Feasts were a common way of drawing families and communities together in the Middle Ages. They were also used as an opportunity to display a noble family's wealth. This delightful book takes… More →

What can modern science and technology tell us about the ancient past? This fascinating series examines how scientists, archaeologists, and historians have discovered fresh clues, opened new… More →

What can modern forensic tools teach us about existing and newly uncovered artifacts from ancient Chinese dynasties? How can we learn about human migration from the discovery of preserved… More →

Can modern forensic tools help us uncover new clues about who built the Great Pyramid at Giza? What can mummy forensics teach us about the mummified remains of Egyptian royals? How does the… More →