Anne Frank wrote her diary whilst in hiding from the Nazis in claustrophobic, cramped rooms in Amsterdam; she wrote of war, the world and of growing up in one of the most personal and moving accounts ever. This edition contains more of her original diary than any other paperback edition.
Join Tom on an incredible treasure hunt through time and battle history’s mightiest warriors. The fourth book in a new time-travelling series – perfect for fans of Beast Quest.
When ten-year-old Tom accidentally smashes a statue in a museum he releases Isis, a young Egyptian mummy who has been imprisoned for thousands of years. To break an ancient curse, the duo must travel back in time to find six hidden amulets – battling Gladiators, Knights, Greeks, Vikings, Pirates and Egyptian Warriors!
On their fourth adventure Tom and Isis become Spartan soldiers and must fight against the powerful Trojans. As they dodge clashing swords and flying arrows, will they find the next amulet?
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“Delightful … with its edge-of-your-seat pace, it deserves applause.” Sunday Times, Children’s Book of the Week
“Storytelling at its best … a classic in the making.” The Scotsman
To avoid financial ruin, the Pringle family’s theatre-troupe has left London behind, travelling to the north of England by train. With new audiences to play to, and less competition, they hope to make enough money to pay off their debts back home. But will their plans be foiled by the odious Olio Sleevery? It’s time for young actors Rosie and Charlie to save the day – and, with the help of their new friend Edie Boiler, ensure the thunderous success of the company’s first performance.
A wonderful gallery of eccentric characters and an exuberant plot with a twist at the end ... this is storytelling at its theatrical best!
“French is a writer of tremendous charm… Children of nine and upwards will want to jump aboard.” The Literary Review
“Vivian French is a sublime storyteller.” Sunday Telegraph
From bizarre tsars and evil emperors to crazy kings an queens, people all around the world have suffered at the hands of their rulers for centuries. Whether they're nutty or nasty, fa or foul, those in charge rarely get it right. This title offers you the lowdown on some of the world's most loathsome leaders.
Packed full of hysterical hysteria, you'll lose your head laughing with this National Trust joke book
This hysterical, historical joke book is full of hilarious jokes and witty illustrations based on characters that children will recognise throughout history. Featuring kings and queens, Romans, Victorians, pirates and more, Harry the History Hound's terrific compilation of jokes will have children roaring with laughter!
