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Land Girls & Their Impact
"The impact of the land girls cannot be ignored. It was not just that women were working and farms had more women than men, women who were not part of the family or, for some of them, had even lived in the countryside before – but women were wearing trousers and filling in for men, some of whom would never return from war. For the women, their time as land girls changed their lives and how they viewed their own role in society and the family. Using original interviews and photographs from some of these land girls, historian Ann Kramer delves deeper than any previous study to understand the role of the land girls both during and after the Second World War."
Biography: Eleanor of Acquitaine
Read the inspiring story of Eleanor of Aquitaine's life, from her childhood in the castles of Aquitaine to her extraordinary life as queen, prisoner and crusader.
Anne Frank
Read the incredible stories of the world's greatest heroes and heroines, who were once children too. Discover what they played with, what they learnt, and what they ate. Get a kid's-eye view of their times and the world they lived in. Vivid storytelling takes us on the subject's life's journey and dramatizes their battles and their achievements as never before. Stunning illustrations, lively artwork, and a fact-packed timeline bring history vividly to life. Expertly researched, engrossing text-and a team of historical consultants-make this an authoritative, must-have series.
Women Wartime Spies
“A thrilling, challenging and educational book . . . examines the roles of spies such a Edith Cavell, Mata Hari, Violette Szabo and Noor Inayat Khan” (Pennant Magazine). Women spies have rarely received the recognition they deserve. They have often been trivialized and, in cinema and popular fiction, stereotyped as vamps or dupes. The reality is very different. As spies, women have played a critical role during wartime, receiving and passing on vital information, frequently at considerable risk. Often able to blend into their background more easily than their male counterparts, women have worked as couriers, transmitters, and with resistance fighters, their achievements often unknown. Ma...
On Land
This series offers a history of the war told through the words of the people who took part. From airmen to cooks and from ambulance drivers to front-line soldiers, the books explain how ordinary people coped with extraordinary situations.
The Ultimate Book of Darts
Share in the euphoria that comes of the “kill shot” by learning the skills and techniques required to play a great game of darts. From the history of the sport to choosing the right type of equipment, The Ultimate Book of Darts is written in an accessible style that is perfect for both novices and seasoned professionals. Dart throwing is now a global phenomenon with new players emerging every day. This amazing sport demands remarkable precision and an agile mind from its competitors. Learn the rules for playing team games and tips for improving your score and ability for more advanced competitions. Author Anne Kramer focuses on the mechanics of dart throwing by discussing the pros and cons of various stances, such as toes square to the line versus one foot behind the other. This guide emphasizes good form over accuracy. If you develop good form, the accuracy will follow. Aside from mechanics this book also discusses the necessary equipment from types of darts to board materials, dimensions, and mounting. Whether you’re an expert marksman who competes in a pub league or a guy who just enjoys throwing sharp objects, this is the go-to guide to a longstanding and fun tradition.
Anne Frank
An introduction to Anne Frank and the circumstances that affected her life and brought about her death in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp.
Victorians
DK Eyewitness Victorians is an orginal and exciting look at the great events and achievements of the Victorian era. Amazing photographs offer your child a unique "eyewitness" view of this peaceful and prosperous time. From developments in technology and engineering, to voting reforms: let your child learn all about this great period in the history and Britain's longest reigning monarch, Queen Victoria. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about the Victorians. Find out more and download amazing clipart images at www.dk.com/clipart.
At Sea
This series offers a history of the war told through the words of the people who took part. From airmen to cooks and from ambulance drivers to front-line soldiers, the books explain how ordinary people coped with extraordinary situations.
