An invaluable addition to the highly regarded Brief History series.
A vivid and illuminating new history—separate fact from fiction, myth from legend—exploring the early Vikings settlements in North America.
Repression, control, manipulation and elimination of enemies assisted in the establishment of the Soviet state, and helped maintain it in power, but could not, in the end, prevent its collapse.
An accessible and clear guide to complex 17th century political and religious history.
A fresh and revealing history of one of the most seminal events in American history as seen through fourteen diverse and dynamic figures.
A fascinating new portrait of Medieval Britain that brings together the everyday and the extraordinary.
Supporting great history teaching: developing confident, articulate and successful historians. Our new resources* include 16 Student Books – one for every option in the Edexcel GCSE (9–1) History specification – for first teaching from September 2016.
A wide-ranging and enthralling introduction to Celtic mythology.
Focusing on the Roman Empire, this is one of a history series which offers teachers the flexibility to design their own scheme of work at Key Stage 3 of the National Curriculum. A teacher's assessment and resource pack, including photocopiable worksheets, is also available.
A collection of lively and accessible retellings of the major Norse myths and legends, with commentary to explain what is going on and its significance.
Using a diverse variety of sources, this book offers a compelling biography of Jesus Christ.