the vikings harriet evans

How did the Vikings travel as far afield as modern-day Canada and Baghdad? Why were their most fearsome warriors called berserkers? And what does doomsday have to do with nail hygiene?Readers can discover the truth behind some of the most incredible Viking stories and superstitions and unearth the most fascinating aspects of an ancient culture in this immersive book. With more than 80 lift-the-flaps and flaps under flaps, there's plenty of history to uncover.

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Sunday Times Top 5 bestselling author Harriet Evans returns with an unputdownable tale of the infinite possibilities of families - how they can anchor you or unseat you - and why unconditional love holds the key to true freedom. ''A boldly sombre atmosphere haunts the latest novel by Harriet Evans, the doyenne of [commercial fiction]'' Observer''Immersive, engrossing and ultimately beautiful'' Marian Keyes''No one except Harriet Evans writes books like this anymore; The Stargazers is a work of genius and a future classic'' Jane Casey''Don''t you think there should be a name for people like us?'' he said. ''Who look up and who dream of more, who dream of escaping? Who never lose faith, no matter how hard it becomes?''''Stargazers,'' I said. ''That''s what we are''It''s the 1970s, and Sarah has spent a lifetime trying to bury memories of her childhood: the constant fear, the horror of her school days, and Fane, the vast, crumbling house that was the sole obsession of her mother, Iris, a woman as beautiful as she was cruel. Sarah''s solace has been her cello and the music that allowed her to dream, transporting her from the bleakness of those early years to her new life with ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Immersive, captivating, utterly transporting STACEY HALLS A gripping family saga, intertwining two families, two big loves, 60s New York and 50s London. If you like the Cazalets you ll love this DAISY BUCHANAN'Readers of Lucinda Riley and Kate Morton will be riveted' BOOKLIST***Every family s story starts somewhere . . . On the eve of her sixteenth birthday, Alice Jansen collects her treasures the keepsakes, figurines and mementoes that help her make sense of her fragile family. But the next day her heart is broken, and the final treasure, a gift from her father, is lost.Two years later, Alice answers a phone call from a stranger and runs away to New York, and tries to forget her last golden summer at the orchard on the banks of the Hudson.Tom Raven can t understand why he keeps losing so many of the things and people that really matter to him, but he knows for certain that something important is missing from his life. One day, he remembers a forgotten letter and makes a phone call, then leaves Sevenstones, the only place that feels like home, for a strange city . . .An enchanting, unputdownable new novel about two people finding one ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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‘Immersive, captivating, utterly transporting’ STACEY HALLS‘A gripping family saga, intertwining two families, two big loves, 60s New York and 50s London. If you like the Cazalets you’ll love this’ DAISY BUCHANAN'Readers of Lucinda Riley and Kate Morton will be riveted' BOOKLIST***Every family’s story starts somewhere . . . On the eve of her sixteenth birthday, Alice Jansen collects her treasures – the keepsakes, figurines and mementoes that help her make sense of her fragile family. But the next day her heart is broken, and the final treasure, a gift from her father, is lost. Two years later, Alice answers a phone call from a stranger and runs away to New York, and tries to forget her last golden summer at the orchard on the banks of the Hudson. Tom Raven can’t understand why he keeps losing so many of the things and people that really matter to him, but he knows for certain that something important is missing from his life. One day, he remembers a forgotten letter and makes a phone call, then leaves Sevenstones, the only place that feels like home, for a strange city . . . An enchanting, unputdownable new novel about two people finding one ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Then: Fane Hall Sarah has spent a lifetime trying to bury memories of her childhood: the constant fear, the horror of her school days, and Fane, the vast, crumbling house that was the sole obsession of her mother, Iris, a woman as beautiful as she was cruel. 1969: Hampstead Rescuing herself from the shadow of Fane, talented Sarah forges a career as a cellist and marries the love of her life, Daniel.But when they move into a near-derelict house in Hampstead and try to get on with becoming a family, Sarah finds the past will not let her go. Can she break free of the hold of Fane and her mother, and keep the promise she made as a child one magical starry night?

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Scientists often take a leaf from nature when devising inventions. Find out more and let your imagination soar:Discover how nature has inspired some great creations, from the Wright Brothers'' first aeroplane to Eiji Nakatsu''s bullet train.Meet brilliant birds, boisterous bats, and family trees as we celebrate the creatures of the sky.Explore the human and natural world, from bee discos to the design of outer-space cameras.

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Don''t miss the STUNNING new novel from Sunday Times bestselling author, Harriet Evans - THE BELOVED GIRLS is available to buy now!''Spellbinding'' Independent''My top book of 2019'' DINAH JEFFRIES''Her best yet'' i newspaper''Gripping'' Irish Times''Gorgeous'' VERONICA HENRY''A poignant story of love and loss'' Daily Mail MUST READS ''I can''t remember the last time I was so enthralled'' Red''Epic, absorbing . . . full of intrigue and emotion'' Fabulous''A sweeping novel you won''t put down'' Katie Fforde Who would choose to destroy what they love the most? Nightingale House, 1919.Liddy Horner discovers her husband, the world-famous artist Sir Edward Horner, burning his best-known painting The Garden of Lost and Found days before his sudden death.Nightingale House was the Horner family''s beloved home - a gem of design created to inspire happiness - and it was here Ned painted The Garden of Lost and Found, capturing his children on a perfect day, playing in the rambling Eden he and Liddy made for them.One magical moment. Before it all came tumbling down...When Ned and Liddy''s great-granddaughter Juliet is sent the key to Nightingale House, she opens the door onto a forgotten world. The house holds its mysteries close but she is in search ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Heart-stopping and wonderful . . . an epic, sweeping, romantic story told brilliantly'' Sophie KinsellaIt begins and ends with Keepsake, the house that holds its shadows too tightly.Nina Parr''s mother has lied to her for most of her life. But when Nina inherits Keepsake, a long-forgotten house in Cornwall, she pieces together a sad truth that reaches back to the outbreak of war in the 1930s. A must-read for fans of Kate Morton and Santa Montefiore.What magic is this?You follow the hidden creek towards a long-forgotten house.They call it Keepsake, a place full of wonder . . . and danger. Locked inside the crumbling elegance of its walls lies the story of the Butterfly Summer, a story you''ve been waiting all your life to hear. This house is Nina Parr''s birthright. It holds the truth about her family - and a chance to put everything right at last.Two things happen when you are a Parr girl: when you are ten, you are told about your future role. The second thing that a Parr girl at some point must learn is harder to tell of.It is a dark work indeed, the business of this house, hidden from the world.Praise for The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The creatures living on this farm will keep you on your toes. You think you can outsmart them? Well, let''s see how that goes! Don’t cause alarm at the farm and you’ll have a hay-larious time meeting the characters in this udder-ly awesome pop-up book!This bright, engaging pop-up book is packed with puns to get your little reader giggling! Turn the pages to reveal hilarious farm animals who pop-up in all sorts of scenarios, from startled roosters and sock-munching goats to DJ pigs and dancing cows. With vibrant illustrations by Michael Slack and witty rhyming text by Harriet Evans, this book is guaranteed to be a humorous hit!Don''t miss the other pop-up books in this fabulously funny series: Don''t Ever Take a T-Rex Out For Tea and Don''t Ever Smile at a Shark

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Learn about the mysteries of nature in this stylish lift-the-flap book by Linda Tordoff and Harriet Evans. From rain to rainbow and from waxing to waning, readers will love looking at all the beautiful changes which take place in the natural world. Tactile flaps and gentle artwork take little learners on a journey of discovery through wildlife's most miraculous wonders.

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A major reassessment of the vikings and their legacyThe Vikings maintain their grip on our imagination, but their image is too often distorted by myth. It is true that they pillaged, looted, and enslaved. But they also settled peacefully and traveled far from their homelands in swift and sturdy ships to explore. The Age of the Vikings tells the full story of this exciting period in history. Drawing on a wealth of written, visual, and archaeological evidence, Anders Winroth captures the innovation and pure daring of the Vikings without glossing over their destructive heritage. He not only explains the Viking attacks, but also looks at Viking endeavors in commerce, politics, discovery, and colonization, and reveals how Viking arts, literature, and religious thought evolved in ways unequaled in the rest of Europe. The Age of the Vikings sheds new light on the complex society, culture, and legacy of these legendary seafarers.

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''A gorgeous epic . . . Wholly absorbing. I adored it'' MARIAN KEYESTwo young girls. One hot, long, sultry summer. And a rambling old English manor house where nothing is as it seems . . .''This sweeping, absorbing story is a treat'' ADELE PARKS''A compelling story of female friendship, dark secrets and family bonds that pulls you in and won''t let go'' ROSANNA LEY''If you love atmospheric stories about old houses, families and secrets, this is for you'' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING''A gorgeous story to get immersed in'' Prima__________A successful London barrister, Catherine Christophe, goes missing the day before her wedding anniversary. The clue to her disappearance, it seems, lies buried thirty years in the past.Somerset, 1989. Janey Lestrange arrives to stay for the summer at the grand old house of the Hunter family. But something is wrong behind the beautiful façades of Vanes. Janey''s childhood friend, Kitty Hunter, her brother and their eccentric parents - once so welcoming - do not seem to want her there. It is only as the night of an ancient and mysterious family ritual looms closer that Janey comes to realise they need her . . .Decades later, the tragic events of that unforgettable summer still ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''From the Fury of the Northmen deliver us, O Lord.''Between the eighth and eleventh centuries, the Vikings surged from their Scandinavian homeland to trade, raid and invade along the coasts of Europe. Their influence and expeditions extended from Newfoundland to Baghdad, their battles were as far-flung as Africa and the Arctic. But were they great seafarers or desperate outcasts, noble heathens or oafish pirates, the last pagans or the first of the modern Europeans? This concise study puts medieval chronicles, Norse sagas and Muslim accounts alongside more recent research into ritual magic, genetic profiling and climatology. It includes biographical sketches of some of the most famous Vikings, from Erik Bloodaxe to Saint Olaf, and King Canute to Leif the Lucky. It explains why the Danish king Harald Bluetooth lent his name to a twenty-first century wireless technology; which future saint laughed as she buried foreign ambassadors alive; why so many Icelandic settlers had Irish names; and how the last Viking colony was destroyed by English raiders. Extending beyond the traditional ''Viking age'' of most books, A Brief History of the Vikings places sudden Scandinavian population movement in a wider historical context. It presents a balanced appraisal of these infamous sea ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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When the Vikings kidnap Justforkix, the timid but very trendy son of one of Chief Vitalstatistix'' closest and most powerful friends, believing he has the key to the secret of the magic potion, Asterix and Obelix are sent on one of their most dangerous missions. For they must voyage north to the Vikings'' home territory and rescue Justforkix, before the Vikings find out he is not who they think he is, and make him pay the price. Meanwhile, the fact that the Vikings'' chief''s daughter, Abba, has fallen for Justforkix only makes matters more complicated...

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Scamper the dog loves living at the bookshop with Paige. Not just the shop, but the whole neighbourhood feels like home. There's Miss Castellano, who lives in the huge house on the corner and is always happy to dog-sit; Mr Ackermann with his delicious homemade treats, and Huan, who gives the best belly rubs. When Scamper takes a leaf out of his owner's book and starts picking out page-turners for his friends, there's only one problem. What can he choose for Paige, who seems to have read everything imaginable already? A story about books, belonging and a dogged determination to help others.

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There is a world within me. I am not just one thing. From your sunrise-matching serenity and rainforest-rousing loudness to your glacier-like patience and clifftop-clambering courage, this book is a celebration of all the different facets that make you . . . YOU! With intricate peek-through holes, Anna Wilson's stunning illustrations conjure a cosmos that reflects all the amazing and varied parts of your personality. Embark on a journey through the landscapes inside yourself.

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Uncover History and find out about Viking times with this fun and humorous guide. Who were the Vikings? Read about where they came from, the lands they invaded and settled in and their daily lives. Find out about their trading, longships and intricate craftwork. Find out the answer to questions such as ''were the Vikings good at fighting?'', ''what was it like on board a Viking boat?'' and ''who were the Viking gods?''Using fun, humorous illustrations, this book tells the story of Viking people, leaders and gods and offers an insight into the daily life of ordinary Vikings. Ideally suited for readers age 8+Read the other titles in the series: Ancient Greece, Ancient Egypt, the Maya, the Stone, Bronze and Iron Age, and the Shang Dynasty

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Tag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories and discover amazing people and events that shaped our world.Join the Timekeepers in this chapter book series for 7 to 9 year-olds covering a range of adventures that span all of history. The Timekeepers series is perfect for any adventure lover!In this installment, the Timekeepers travel back to the time of the Vikings and become involved in a battle between rival clans.This children’s chapter book series offers:An introduction to history that blends a fun story with real facts, plus a non-fiction section with timelines, quizzes and a glossary.A fun, educational chapter book series that blends fact and fiction for children who love history.An insight into different historical time periods showing the connection between the past and present.Meet the Timekeepers, a secret organisation of kids who keep the course of history on track – and history needs them! A villain called DeLay is set on causing chaos… When the hands on their special watches start to spin backwards, the Timekeepers know that DeLay has been up to no good, and it’s up to them to put things right.More in the seriesAt DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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William Evans, the award-winning poet and cofounder of the popular culture website Black Nerd Problems, offers an emotionally vulnerable poetry collection exploring the themes of inheritances, dreams, and injuries that are passed down from one generation to the next and delving into the lived experience of a black man in the American suburbs today.In We Inherit What the Fires Left, award-winning poet William Evans embarks on a powerful new collection that explores the lived experience of race in the American suburbs and what dreams and injuries are passed from generation to generation. Fall under the spell of Evans’s boldly intimate, wise, and emotionally candid voice in these urgent, electrifying poems. This eloquent collection explores not only what these inheritances are composed of, but what price the bearer must pay for such legacies, and the costly tolls exacted on both body and spirit. Evans writes searingly from the perspective of the marginalized, delivering an unflinching examination of what it is like to be a black man raising a daughter in predominantly white spaces, and the struggle to build a home and a future while carrying the weight of the past. However, in beautiful and quiet scenes of domesticity with his daughter ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.Discover how the Vikings raided, traded and invaded for 300 years across Europe and beyond. Learn all about the Vikings’ secret weapon: the longship and just how powerful it was.Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.The idea for a children’s book about Viking longships came to Ben Hubbard while researching his adults’ book: The Viking Warrior. Longships were key to the Viking success in their raiding, trading and invading exploits. A technological wonder of the age, the longship enabled both swift attacks on coastal settlements as well as long sea voyages to far flung destinations, such as the Black Sea, Greenland and North America. The striped sail of the longship remains an enduring symbol of the Vikings to the present day and also graces the cover of this book for Collins: The Vikings’ Secret Weapon.

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Thoroughly updated and with a new foreword''The Viking Age is shot through with the spirit of adventure. For 300 years, from just before AD800 until well into the eleventh century, the Vikings affected almost every region accessible to their ships, and left traces that are still part of life today''Far from being just ''wild, barbaric, axe-wielding pirates'', the Vikings created complex social institutions, oversaw the coming of Christianity to Scandinavia and made a major impact on European history through trade, travel and far-flung consolidation. This encyclopedic study brings together the latest research on Viking art, burial customs, class divisions, jewellery, kingship, poetry and family life. The result is a rich and compelling picture of an extraordinary civilisation.

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Travel back in time to the amazing world of the Vikings in this comic-strip history from award-winning author-illustrator Marcia Williams. Meet legendary warriors, daring explorers and clever kings in this colourful introduction to the Vikings. Join Marcia Williams and discover incredible stories of Viking raids, voyages of discovery and conquered kingdoms. Told in comic-strip style and packed with jokes and facts, this is the perfect guide to the Viking world.

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A vibrant, joyful, and powerful story about a little girl with a LOT of strength trying to find her place in the world.Harriet isn''t just strong - she''s the strongest girl in the whole world! And though her super-strength is mostly wonderful, it does make things like bouncing on trampolines, mixing cake batter, and putting the cap on the toothpaste a bit, well... tricky.So when the Seriously Strong Touring Circus comes to town, Harriet thinks she might POP with excitement to see other people just like her! Hans the Hairy and Betty Biceps show her that being strong should be celebrated - and when Muscleman Max prepares to break a world record, Harriet suddenly finds herself taking a starring role in the performance- one she could never have dreamed of...This humorous and empowering read features a brilliant cast of larger-than-life characters, and a heroine that you can''t help but root for. A true celebration of strength, difference, and finding a place where you truly belong.

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Written by three authors specializing in a range of disciplines, and drawing on the superb collection of the British Museum, together with finds, sites and monuments, The Vikings in Britain and Ireland is a well-illustrated introduction to the culture, daily life and times of the Vikings, and their legacy which is still visible today.

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Why were people so afraid of the Vikings? Why were some buried in boats? These are just two of the many questions tackled in this enjoyable look at the Vikings. This newly revised internet-linked edition is full of fun and facts about everyday Viking life and contains links to young and relevant websites.

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‘A profoundly satisfying read’ Financial TimesIn Field Notes from the Edge, the acclaimed writer of the Guardian''s ''Country Diary'', Paul Evans, takes us on a journey through the in-between spaces of Nature – such as strandlines, mudflats, cliff tops and caves – where one wilderness is on the verge of becoming another and all things are possible. Here, Evans searches out wildlife and plants to reveal a Nature that is inspiring yet intimidating; miraculous yet mundane; part sacred space, part wasteland. It is here that we tread the edge between a fear of Nature’s dangers and a love of Nature’s beauty.Combining a naturalist’s eye for observation with a poet’s ear for the lyrical, Field Notes from the Edge confirms Paul Evans''s place among our leading nature writers today.

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When the full might of Nazi Germany descended without warning upon neutral Norway in April 1940, many brave Norwegians wanted to escape to Britain to join the fight against the occupation of their country. The most natural route to freedom was to take to the cruel North Sea in small boats, following in the ancient traditions of their Viking ancestors. Facing perils of betrayal by collaborators and pursuit by the Gestapo, these brave Norwegians were in flight, but they were absolutely determined to return as avengers of Nazi oppression. For the first time, the stories of these remarkable escapes have been woven together into a single comprehensive Viking saga, set in the social and military context of the Nazi occupation. Extensive research has revealed many new boats and dramatic escapes, with at least 360 boats carrying over 4,000 fugitives now known to have crossed to the Allies. The onward progress of the avenging escapers is followed into the renowned Kompani Linge commandos, the famous Shetland Bus and the other free forces. Attempts by German intelligence to infiltrate spies are revealed - and how most of them were caught and turned into double agents. Hitler had dreams of turning Norway into ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Vikings were warlike adventurers with a strong sense of justice, and the high drama of their myths and legends, retold through the centuries, are still as vivid and enduring today. The stories are full of excitement and encompass both broad comedy and heart-rending tragedy. At the centre of the stories are the thunder god Thor, and the frost giant, Loki, Odin’s foster brother, who becomes one of the gods but is never fully accepted by them. Through the tales the themes of love, betrayal, courage and compassion are played out from the dawn of time to the end of the world. Their stories are among the foundation stones of Western culture, and young readers will enjoy these highly accessible retelling of the Norse myths, with stories about the adventures of Odin, father of the gods and his children, the trials and tribulations of the trickster Loki, the rages of the thunder god Thor, and Freya, the goddess of fertility, magic and war who gathers the souls of the warriors slain in battle. Ideal to read aloud or for older readers to enjoy discovering by themselves, artist Maryclare Foa’s bold, eloquent paintings capture the excitement, humour and drama of these ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Vikings in the Hebrides provides an introduction to the Viking colonization and Norse occupation of the Outer Hebrides. Our knowledge of this period in the Hebrides has until recently been minimal as the historic evidence was negligible and the archaeology limited. However, two recent excavations at Bornais and Cille Pheadair have transformed our understanding of the period in the region. These two excavations will provide much of the information that is set out in this book but there is also a comprehensive review of other important discoveries such as the Lewis Chessmen, the burial at Cnip, Lewis and the silver hoards from Stornoway Castle and Dibidale in Lewis.The excavations at Bornais have transformed our understanding of the Norse settlement of the North Atlantic. It is possible to chart the evolution of domestic houses from the Viking longhouse to the post-medieval croft, to analyze the distribution of finds on the house floors and to critically assess gender relationships over this long period.The excavations have also produced large quantities of finds that demonstrate the links between the Western Isles and the wider world. These include important assemblages of bone combs and comb making debris, which enable a discussion of craft production ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Viking reputation is of bloodthirsty seafaring warriors, repeatedly plundering the British Isles and the North Atlantic throughout the early Middle Ages. Yet Vikings were also traders, settlers, and farmers, with a complex artistic and linguistic culture, whose expansion overseas led them to cross the Atlantic for the first time in European history. Highlighting the latest archaeological evidence, Julian Richards reveals the whole Viking world: their history, society and culture, and their expansion overseas for trade, colonization, and plunder. We also look at the Viking identity, through their artistic expression, rune stones, their ships, and their religion. The Viking story is also brought up to date, by examining their legacy from the medieval Icelandic sagas to 19th Century nationalism, Wagner, and the Nazis.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Viking marauders in their longships burst through the defences of ninth-century Europe, striking terror into the hearts of peasants and rulers alike for two centuries. But the Vikings were more than just marine warriors and this atlas shows their development as traders and craftsmen, explorers, settlers and mercenaries. With over sixty full colour maps, it follows the tracks of the Viking merchants who travelled deep into Russia, of Viking mercenaries who served in the emperor’s bodyguard at Constantinople, and Viking mariners who sailed beyond the edge of the known world to North America.

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From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, now a TV show and movie, who has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.Named ''outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books for Keeps Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a rip-roaringly funny collection of Viking tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+.The Eye of the Viking God: Norway, 793 CE. Fleece was snatched by Viking warriors when she was a young girl. Now she must work for a bullying farmer and his family, looking after their sheep. She longs to return to the country where she was born, but how will she ever make that journey back across the sea? The Battle for the Viking Gold: Whitby, Northern England, 867 CE. Edwin and Luke are young boys training to be monks. It''s a quiet life until suddenly the Vikings invade. The boys are terrified of the fearsome Danes, whose gods are even more terrifying warriors than they are. What will happen if the boys are caught?The Sword of the Viking King: Wessex, England, 878 CE. Fortune is not ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A witty and concise look at the beginnings of English history, when the nation consolidated after clashes between the Saxons and invading Vikings--now in paperback! In 871, three of England's four kingdoms were overrun by Vikings, the ruthless, all-conquering Scandinavian raiders who terrorised early medieval Europe. With the Norsemen murdering one king with arrows and torturing another to death by ripping out his lungs, the prospects that faced the kingdom of Wessex were bleak. Worse still, the Saxons were now led by a young man barely out of his teens who was more interested in God than fighting. Yet within a decade Alfred—the only English king known as the Great—had driven the Vikings out of half of England, and his children and grandchildren would unite the country a few years later. This period, popular with fans of television shows such as Vikings and The Last Kingdom, saw the creation of England as a nation-state, with Alfred laying down the first national law code, establishing an education system and building cities.Saxons vs. Vikings also covers the period before Alfred, including ancient Britain, the Roman occupation, and the Dark Ages, explaining important historical episodes such as Boudicca, King Arthur, and Beowulf. Perfect ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In this worthy addition to the Elite series, Ian Heath transports us to the time of the Vikings examining their epic journeys and the ships they made them in, their methods of warfare - the organisation of their armies and tactics employed, their appearance and equipment and the general history of these fascinating warrior-explorers. His authoritative text is backed by many fine illustrations and photographs including 12 stunning full colour plates by Angus McBride, one of the world''s most respected military artists.

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''An enthralling read'' -- DAILY MAILIn the gripping new novel by the author of The Fourteenth Letter, a lawyer in Victorian London must find a man he got off a murder charge - and who seems to have killed again . . . Victorian London, 1882.Five years ago, crusading lawyer Cage Lackmann successfully defended Moses Pickering against a charge of murder. Now, a body is found bearing all the disturbing hallmarks of that victim - and Pickering is missing. Cage''s reputation is in tatters, and worse, he is implicated in this new murder by the bitter detective who led the first failed case. Left with no other alternative, Cage must find Pickering to prove his innocence. Did Cage free a brutal murderer? Or is there something more sinister at work?PRAISE FOR CLAIRE EVANS''A darkly brilliant romp packed with intrigue and romance . . . curl up and prepare to become immersed''Heat''Exuberant plotting and witty prose. Great fun''The Times''Claire Evans has created a cast of deliciously sinister and mysterious characters. A hugely satisfying read''Good Housekeeping''If you enjoyed Kate Mosse''s Labyrinth or Jessie Burton''s The Miniaturist, then chances are you''re going to love this new thriller'' Hello Magazine

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The Vikings famously took no prisoners, relished cruel retribution, and prided themselves on their blood-thirsty skills as warriors. But their prowess in battle is only a small part of their story, which stretches from their Scandinavian origins to America in the west and as far as Baghdad in the east. As the Vikings did not write their history, we have to discover it for ourselves, and that discovery, as Neil Oliver reveals, tells an extraordinary story of a people who, from the brink of destruction, reached a quarter of the way around the globe and built an empire that lasted nearly 200 years.Drawing on the latest discoveries that have only recently come to light, Neil Oliver goes on the trail of the real Vikings. Where did they emerge from? How did they really live? And just what drove them to embark on such extraordinary voyages of discovery over 1000 years ago? VIKINGS will explore many of these questions for the first time in an epic story of one of the world''s great empires of conquest.

Objev podobné jako Vikings - Neil Oliver

If you meet a sea creature,It’s best to be polite.Otherwise, don’t be surprisedIf they give you a fright! Don’t make an enemy (or should that be ‘anemone’…) of any of these super sea dwellers and you’ll have a whale of a time with this fin-tastically fishy pop-up book! From a jumpy octopus and a pinchy crab to some cheeky clownfish and a hungry shark, there''s a whole host of underwater animals to meet.Little ones will adore the clever pop-ups on each page as well as the witty, silly text. This is the perfect book to encourage your child to read along to.

Objev podobné jako Don't Ever Smile at a Shark - Harriet Evans

Bougie Babies colour coordinate, shop vintage and do sunrise yoga. Hey, Bougie Baby! From baby's beginner babyccino and first foray to the farmer's market, there are plenty of ways for parents to share their passions with their little ones. The first book in this new series of trend-focused, tongue-in-cheek board books celebrates an inclusive cast of families, following a day in their lives before ending with a sweet bedtime message. Told in simple sentences that lend themselves perfectly to reading aloud to babies and toddlers, and brought to life with Kim Faria's vibrant illustrations, this playful board book is the perfect gift for anyone in your life with bougie inclinations, whether young or old, parent or child.

Objev podobné jako Bougie Babies Boss Brunch - Harriet Evans

Sisters share all your hopes and they soothe all your fears, As days drift to months and float into years.This heartfelt board book evokes the joy of having a sister with its sweet illustrations and engaging poetry.

Objev podobné jako Sisters - Harriet Evans, Andres Landazabal

Families are different,with brothers big and small;Stepbrothers or half-brothers,we love them, one and all.Celebrate your nearest and dearest with this ode to family, full of heartwarming illustrations and written in gentle rhyming text. This charming board book introduces readers to all the different types of brothers and showcases the adventures that can be had with a brother by your side. Help prepare your little one for a new family member, or simply show them all the things brothers can help with, from drying their eyes to teaching them how to ride a bike.

Objev podobné jako Brothers - Harriet Evans, Andres Landazabal

Country Babies gussy up, boot scoot and run wild and free. Howdy, Country Baby! The second book in this new series of trend-focused, tongue-in-cheek board books celebrates an inclusive cast of families, following a day in their lives before ending with a sweet bedtime message. Told in simple sentences that lend themselves perfectly to reading aloud to babies and toddlers, and brought to life with Kim Faria's vibrant illustrations, this playful board book is the perfect gift for all the country rockers in your life, whether young or old, parent or child.

Objev podobné jako Country Babies Boot Scoot - Harriet Evans

Let’s glide through rolling wavesand swim the ocean blue.Cuddly little hatchling,I turtley love you!This pretty peek-through book takes readers on a journey through the waves, where they can meet splashing seahorses, curious clownfish and tenderhearted turtles. A beautifully illustrated book to share with your little one.

Objev podobné jako I Turtley Love You - Harriet Evans

Be on your best behaviourand have a kindly mannerIf you ever meet a creaturethat lives in the savannah!Don't start any monkey business if you want to seem savvy about the savannah in this rhino-rmous riot of a read! With a lovable cast of animals and dad-jokes galore, young readers will adore the witty, silly text, while the playful illustrations from talented David Creighton-Pester and clever pop-ups on each page make this a book that begs to be read again and again. Also available . . . Don't Take a T-rex Out For Tea, Don't Ever Smile at a Shark, Don't Ever Laugh at a Ladybird, Don't Ever Conga with a Cow.

Objev podobné jako Don't Ever Mess with a Monkey - Harriet Evans

Turn the pages to discover the incredible creatures and plants that lie below the ocean blue. From magnificent mangrove forests and colourful coral reefs to exciting estuaries and the dangerous deep sea, there is so much to explore.With superb split pages and new habitat on every spread, little learners can peek behind part of the scene to learn more about the wildlife which hides behind.Beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts bring a watery world to life. This in-depth look at our oceans is perfect for young nature enthusiasts.

Objev podobné jako Above and Below: Sea and Shore - Harriet Evans, Bailey Hannah

In this body, so warm and new, you hold a history yet to happen.Your fingers bold around a future that I can only dream of.This beautiful and heart-felt picture book celebrates the hopes and dreams a parent has for their child from the moment they are born. From the amazing places your little one''s legs will carry them to all the things their heart will feel, this book cherishes every moment your child will experience as they grow up.Lyrical text and dreamy illustrations take readers on a poignant journey through the love parents feel for their children.

Objev podobné jako All Your Tomorrows - Harriet Evans

You're my favourite little fawn -yule always be my deer-est. I promise that you are the oneI love to keep the nearest. This pretty peek-through book takes readers on a wintry journey through the snowy woodlands, where they can meet snuggly mice, friendly foxes and sleepy swans. In this sweet, cosy bedtime read, each adult animal reassures the younger animals of its love as they snuggle up together. With chunky board pieces and peek-through holes, as well as clever die cuts interwoven into the storyline on each page, there is so much to explore in this festive celebration of the love between parent and child. Also available . . . Bee Mine, Owl Always Love You, I Turtley Love You

Objev podobné jako You're My Deerest - Harriet Evans

Life is full of dos and don’tsYou may choose to ignore,But do that at your peril If you meet a dinosaur! Discover how to deal with dinos in this playful, prehistoric pop-up book, full of “T-rexcellent” advice to tickle your funny bones! With hilarious text and a lovable cast of pop-up dinosaurs!Little ones will adore the clever pop-ups on each page as well as the witty, silly text. This is the perfect book to encourage your child to read along to.

Objev podobné jako Don't Take a T-Rex Out For Tea - Harriet Evans

''Whatever the style, shoes have a message to be heard, and nowhere is it clearer than in this collection of some of the best fashion images of their age.'' - Alexandra ShulmanPart of the popular Vogue portfolio series, this beautiful book is now available in a smaller format at the friendly price of $39.99.In Vogue: The Shoe, Harriet Quick has curated more than 300 fabulous images from a century of British Vogue, featuring remarkable styles that range from the humble clog to exquisite hand-embroidered haute couture stilettoes via fetishistic cuissardes and outrageous statement heels.It contains some of the best fashion photography available, including shots from Vogue''s peerless archive of fashion images by the likes of Hoyningen-Huene, Irving Penn, Corinne Day, Norman Parkinson, Mario Testino and Nick Knight.Reissued with a luxurious real cloth cover, and foreward by former editor-in-chief of British Vogue, Alexandra Shulman, this is essential reading for fashionistas everywhere,

Objev podobné jako Vogue The Shoe - Conde Nast Publ Ltd, Harriet Quick

From his humble beginnings in a quaint Welsh mining village to the dazzling lights of Hollywood, much-loved star, Luke Evans takes us on a poignant and inspiring journey that spans from the heart of Wales to behind the scenes of the global stage. Growing up in a small village in the Rhymney Valley, south Wales, Luke Evans’ early life was shaped by his Jehovah's Witness upbringing. While most children of his age spent their Saturday mornings watching Going Live on television, young Luke would dress in a suit and tie and join his parents to knock on doors to spread the word of his religion. From an early age, he felt different. This feeling of displacement was not limited to his faith; as he came to terms with his own sexuality, he also faced a difficult and uncertain path. In his poignant, tender and often humorous account, Luke shares his bold decision to leave home – and the religion – at seventeen to move to London, where the vibrant Soho scene captured his heart, invigorated his creative journey as an actor and opened a whole new world of opportunity. In finding himself, Luke also discovered his passions of singing, acting ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Boy From the Valleys - Luke Evans

''A scintillating, encyclopaedic history, rich in detail from the arcane to the familiar... a veritable tour de force'' Richard Overy, New Statesman''Transnational history at its finest ... .. social, political and cultural themes swirl together in one great canvas of immense detail and beauty'' Gerard DeGroot, The Times''Dazzlingly erudite and entertaining'' Dominic Sandbrook, The Sunday TimesA masterpiece which brings to life an extraordinarly turbulent and dramatic era of revolutionary change.The Pursuit of Power draws on a lifetime of thinking about nineteenth-century Europe to create an extraordinarily rich, surprising and entertaining panorama of a continent undergoing drastic transformation. The book aims to reignite the sense of wonder that permeated this remarkable era, as rulers and ruled navigated overwhelming cultural, political and technological changes. It was a time where what was seen as modern with amazing speed appeared old-fashioned, where huge cities sprang up in a generation, new European countries were created and where, for the first time, humans could communicate almost instantly over thousands of miles. In the period bounded by the Battle of Waterloo and the outbreak of World War I, Europe dominated the rest of the world as never before or since: this book breaks new ground by showing ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Pursuit of Power - Richard J. Evans