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Illustrated in color, and black and white, this book is designed to provide information to men of all ages. The chapters include: The Seven Ancient Wonders of the World, Conkers, Laws of Football, Dinosaurs, Fishing, Juggling, Timers and Tripwires, Kings and Queens, Famous Battles, Spies, Making Crystals, Insects and Spiders, Artillery, and Girls.
Keeping men and boys alike busy from January to December, this yearbook is packed with useful historical facts to impress your friends: on what day was Isambard Kingdom Brunel born? When was the land speed record last broken and by whom? When were the Crown Jewels nearly stolen and how?
Social sciences.
Spark your imagination, forge your own adventures and unearth long-lost skills.
BE TRANSPORTED TO THE EPIC WORLD OF THE ATHENIANS WITH CONN IGGULDEN'S LATEST LEGENDARY TALE 'Astonishing, convincing and compelling, with ferocious battles that bring the Ancient World of Greece alive' 5***** Reader Review ______ A STATESMAN IS BORN, NOT MADE . . . Marathon. A Persian king stands at last on Greek soil. His Immortals have come to raze the cities of the west. The Athenians are hopelessly outnumbered. The gods are silent. All they have is the shield line. Xanthippus takes a breath. If they cannot stand, all Greece will fall. Thermopylae. Ten years later, Athens has betrayed its favourite son. When the Persians return, when they cross the Hellespont to take revenge on the Greek...
One man would become a legend. The young boy abandoned without a tribe on the harsh Mongolian plains faced almost certain death. Hunted and alone, he dreamed first of revenge against his enemies. In time, he would unite the great tribes, forming one nation under the sky. He would be the father to the nation. He would be Genghis Khan.
Continuing the momentum of "The Dangerous Book for Boys" phenomenon, this pocket-sized reference guide is filled with endless hours of hands-on activities that boys will want to take everywhere.
The Dangerous Book for Boys was the book of the year in 2006 & 2007, inspiring a newfound passion for adventure, fun and all things 'dangerous'. Now, the authors have expanded their knowledge of all things fun to do and have come up with the fantastic Pocket Book of Things to Do. With everything from how to win at poker, how to make a paper hat and how to skim stones to how to tie a knot to how to write a note in secret ink, the Pocket Book will appeal to men and boys alike.
If Ever There Was A Book To Make You Switch Off Your Television Set, The Dangerous Book For Boys Was It. And Now, From The Same Authors, Comes The Pocket Book Of Things To Know Packed With Fascinating Facts And Tantalising Trivia. 'The Dangerous Book For Boys' Was The Book Of The Year In 2006, Inspiring A Newfound Passion For Adventure, Fun And All Things 'Dangerous'. Now The Authors Have Brought Together All Their Facts: Fun And Frivolous, Entertaining And Useful, Into A Pocket Book Of Things To Know . Impress Your Friends And Family With Your Amazing Knowledge Of The Solar System, Your Uncanny Ability To Name The Kings And Queens Of England, Your Breathtaking Brilliance At Unravelling Codes And Ciphers. The Pocket Book Of Things To Know Will Make Every Man And Boy, Not To Mention The Women In Their Lives, As Knowledgeable As They Have Always Wished To Be!
A collected biography of men and women who performed heroic deeds throughout history.