Discusses the principal causes and events of World War I and considers what the outcome might have been for the participants and subsequent history had different decisions been made at crucial times before, during, and after the war.

'Tomb Explorers' examines the hunt for and discovery of ancient tombs, and the valuable treasures they hold, whether that be gold and jewels, or important artifacts that offer us a window on to the past. Part of the Treasure Hunters series, 'Tomb Explorers' offers a cross curricular mix of science & technology and history & civilizations, with a fun, dramatic approach. Tombs covered in the book include that of Tutankhamun, the Sumerian royal tombs...

Chronicles the upheavals that have made Central Africa a battleground for centuries.

This book presents over 100 questions and answers to facts about the Pilgrims, who broke away from the established religions of England and came to the New World.

Discusses the events and people that have shaped the city of Rome, its history, architecture, notable sights, economy, cultures and way of life.

Discusses such ancient "lost" cities as Machu Picchu, Troy, Knossos, Great Zimbabwe, and Angkor, as well as more modern ghost towns.

Describes all kinds of sunken treasures from all over the world, discussing shipwrecks, the salvaging of treasure, and unsolved mysteries.