Philip Steele
Philip Steele
Philip Steele was born in 1954 in the United Kingdom. He is a renowned author and historian known for his engaging works on historical topics, making complex subjects accessible and interesting for readers of all ages.
Personal Name: Steele, Philip
Birth: 17 May 1948
Philip Steele Books
(34 Books)
Introduces, in brief text and illustrations, the characteristics of unusual and, often predatory, fish and other creatures that live in or near the ocean.
This addition to the Eyewitness series for 9 year olds and upwards takes readers on an exciting journey through history to see the rise of democracy – from Ancient Greece and the American Revolution to suffragettes, Civil Rights, and the end of apartheid in South Africa. See people power in action today in every walk of life – from an election in India (the world's largest democracy) to popes, pop idols, and opinion polls. Look behind the scenes at the institutions and mechanics of democracy – from party manifestos and parliamentary debates to secret ballots and hanging chads. In an age of increasing voter apathy in some countries but violent struggles for the right to vote in others, this is a brilliantly vivid and accessible introduction to why every vote matters.
On Christmas Day 1642, a farmer's wife gave birth to a baby boy in Lincolnshire, England. Isaac Newton was a sickly child who found it difficult to make friends. When it came to farming, he got into trouble for letting the pigs go astray and the fences fall down. But he was fascinated by inventions, spending his time carving sundials and making kites. No one would have guessed that, when Newton grew up, he would be one the the greatest scientists the world has ever known. His discoveries would change the way people understood the universe.
Written in newspaper form, this book on the Aztec civilization combines news stories from home and abroad with fascinating features on all aspects of daily life - from food to philosophy, farming to fashion - illustrated with dramatic pictures, maps and cartoons.
Presents a "special edition" of a Greek newspaper which spans the years 1500 to 146 B.C. and contains articles about history, politics, feasts, fashions, theater, gods, and wars.
Illustrations and easy-to-follow text describe what life was like in ancient Egypt; includes fifteen step-by-step projects designed to help students recreate the past.
Describes clothes and crafts throughout the nineteenth century, highlighting changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution and new technological developments.
Examines various aspects of life during the Middle Ages, including the feudal system, knights and chivalry, life in a castle, and battle during medieval times.
An introduction to basic collage techniques, with instructions for making various kinds of collages out of paper, fabric, and other materials.
Answers questions about people, places, and things including, "Where do elephants glow in the dark?" and "Where does chocolate grow on trees?"
Panoramic scenes show each stage in an imaginary city's fascinating history, from its beginnings as a Greek colony to the city it is today.
Discusses Hiram Bingham's 1911 expedition in search of the lost city of the Incas and describes how he came to find Machu Picchu.
In korte hoofdstukken met veel gekleurde tekeningen wordt informatie gegeven over piraterij vroeger en nu. Vanaf ca. 10 jaar.
Discover What It Was Like to Live in the Stone Age, Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome (Illustrated History Encyclopedia)
Text and map spreads explore the peoples of the world and their culture, continent by continent.
Tells about the lives of knights throughout history while focusing on those of medieval times.
Pour découvrir les sept Merveilles du Monde antique et bien d'autres des temps modernes.
Explore the Wonders of the Aztec, Maya, Inca, North American Indian and Arctic Peoples
