Lively and amusing [...] an engaging read. Ryan successfully makes this ancient civilisation more immediate and accessible. — Current World Archaeology
[Donald] Ryan — who has worked in and on Egypt for decades, as an archaeologist, historian and popular writer — has succeeded in bringing all of his characters to life. This is a great little volume. — KMT Magazine
Very readable [...] its originality lies in the clever construction of the content. The variety of characters covered allows for a considerable breadth of information on life for the rich and poor. — Ancient Egypt Magazine
Spend 24 hours with the inhabitants of the most powerful kingdom in the ancient world.
Ancient Egypt wasnt all pyramids, sphinxes and gold sarcophagi. For your average Egyptian, life was tough, and work was hard, conducted under the burning gaze of the sun god Ra.
During the course of a day in the ancient city of Thebes (modern-day Luxor), Egypts religious capital, we meet 24 Egyptians from all strata of society — from the king to the bread-maker, the priestess to the fisherman, the soldier to the midwife — and get to know what the real Egypt was like by spending an hour in their company. We encounter a different one of these characters every hour and in every chapter, and through their eyes see what an average day in ancient Egypt was really like.
History is a rich, varied and fascinating subject, so its rare to find the whole lot in one book … until now. The History of the World in Bite-Sized Chunks pulls it all together, from the worlds earliest civilizations in 3500 BC to the founding of the United Nations in 1945, passing by the likes of Charlemagne, the Ottoman Empire and the Crimean War, to name a few.
Heres your chance to introduce yourself to the full spectrum of world history, and discover just how the modern world came to be.
A masterful introduction to world mythology, shedding light on the impact it has had on cultures past and present and untangling the complex web of deities, monsters and myths.
From the signs of the zodiac to literature and art, the influence of world mythology can still be seen in everyday life.
With a stunning array of fascinating tales, World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks gets to grips with the ancient stories of Aboriginal, Sumerian, Egyptian, Mesoamerican, Maori, Greek, Roman, Indian, Norse and Japanese cultures, encompassing legends from the most diverse societies and the most ancient cultures from across the globe.
Learn about why Odin, the Father of the Gods in Norse mythology, was so keen to lose an eye, the importance of the Osiris myth of Ancient Egypt, and much more besides.
Entertaining, authoritative and incisive, this is an enlightening journey into the fascinating world of mythology.
The unicorns of Rainbow Valley are off on another adventure. This time, Blossom, Leaf, Ruby and friends are looking for a distant, lost land, called Unicopolis, where an ancient civilization of unicorns used to live. Its believed to be home to countless beautiful artefacts, one of which will help restore the fading magic of their world. But theyre not the only ones looking for its treasures ...
The unicorns quest takes them across the world, from a remote and crumbling, haunted Scottish castle and the deep-sea ruins of an ancient Greek city overrun with mermaids and marine animals, to an enchanted, Nordic forest full of magical creatures, mummy-ridden ancient Egyptian tombs, a remote Antarctic outpost crowded with out-of-this-world visitors and the majestic and glittering ruins of Unicopolis itself.
Use your spotting skills to not only find the each of the seven unicorns on every page, but the special epic finds — maps, treasures and more — that will help the unicorns on their way, all the while outrunning the baddies on their tails in this epic search adventure.
Accessible, informative, enjoyable — All About History
Spend 24 hours with the ancient Athenians. See the city through their eyes as it teeters on the edge of the fateful war that would end its golden age.
Athens, 416 BC. A tenuous peace holds. The city-states political and military might are feared throughout the ancient world; it pushes the boundaries of social, literary and philosophical experimentation in an era when it has a greater concentration of geniuses per capita than at any other time in human history. Yet even geniuses go to the bathroom, argue with their spouse and enjoy a drink with friends.
During the course of a day we meet 24 Athenians from all strata of society — from the slave-girl to the councilman, the vase painter to the naval commander, the housewife to the hoplite — and get to know what the real Athens was like by spending an hour in their company. We encounter a different one of these characters every chapter, with each chapter forming an hour in the life of the ancient city. We also get to spy on the daily doings of notable Athenians through the eyes of regular people as the city hovers on the brink of the fateful war that will destroy its golden age.
Explore your inner world and be inspired with The Wellbeing Journal.
Developed in partnership with Mind, the mental health charity, each page of this gorgeous journal has been thoughtfully crafted and it includes activities, colouring, drawing prompts, contemplative quotes and lots of space for you to write about your own thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Creativity and reflection can have a powerful, positive influence on our lives. Now, with The Wellbeing Journal, you can enjoy practising these skills every day and wherever you go.
Kindness is something we all have to give and that we all need, regardless of status or background.
The current global effort to protect our communities most vulnerable people shows how kindness spreads and that when we are kind to others it lifts our spirits. In The Kindness Journal, Jaime Thurston, founder of the charity 52 Lives, will motivate and inspire you to practice kindness as much for your own wellbeing as for the wellbeing of others.
The book will help you to cultivate kindness habits, with simple exercises that make a positive impact on others and yourself, and provides a place for you to acknowledge and remind yourself how being kind to others makes you feel. Through prompts suggesting simple actions, inspirational quotes and scientifically supported facts, you will learn of the positive effect kindness has on our physical and mental health.
52 Lives is a registered charity that has been changing a life every week since 2013, with the support of almost 100,000 strangers who work collectively to help a person in need of some kindness. Through the charity, Jaime sees first-hand the impact kindness has, not only on those we are kind to, but on us when we are kind.
An inspirational look at some of the most amazing women in history, complete with creative fill-in elements to spark imagination.
Every page of this book is filled with aspirational and astounding stories about the most influential women to have ever lived. Whats more, readers can step into the lives of these inspirational figures with unique activities, creative questions to answer and captivating topics to give thought to.
With quirky artwork to bring each story to life, readers can travel the globe and discover remarkable women from across the world, from every kind of profession, with every kind of talent. From American aviator Amelia Earhart and Danish spy Brita Tott, to the Polish physicist Marie Curie and Mexican activist Eufrosina Cruz.
From the publishers of the bestselling The Wellbeing Journal comes the follow-up, The Happiness Journal.
Filled with empowering quotes and affirmations along with practical exercises and tips, this journal will encourage you to reflect upon the moments and experiences that bring you happiness and inspire you to harness your happiness in a meaningful way.
Cultivating healthy habits can help you to boost your individual wellbeing and mindful habits like focusing on a journal will encourage you to be present, turning your focus away from negative events.
Noting the things that make you happy and expressing gratitude for them has been proven in a study by Harvard Health to make you feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.
Packed with beautiful illustrations, filling in this journal is an opportunity for the reader to ignore the negativity in day-to-day life and focus on what brings them joy.
Written by the founder of The London School of Cycling. This essential book celebrates how cycling has changed the world — and the wisdom we can glean along the way from life on two wheels.
As Einstein once said, life is like riding a bicycle. In this beautifully illustrated book, cycling expert Patrick Field reveals the lessons we can learn from the world of cycling, including the movers and shakers who created the cycling revolution, the best modern races, chases and riders of the twenty-first century, and incredible stories of people who have smashed down barriers on the road... and beyond.
Once we learn how to ride, we never forget how to do it. This little book brings together over 60 vital life lessons inspired by the bike — from pushing yourself to the limit to learning to pace yourself and the importance of teamwork — and will show you that learning how to ride is, essentially, learning how to live. Packed with tips and tricks and combined with stunning illustrations from Harry Goldhawk, this is perfect for seasoned and new cyclists alike.
CRESTFALLEN at CHICANERY and CIRCUMLOCUTION? Have no TRUCK with TOMFOOLERY and TRUMPERY? Or OMNISCIENT about OBLOQUIES and OPSIMATHS?
Whether youve answered yes, no or sorry, I didnt catch that, 500 Beautiful Words You Should now is for you. It offers words that flow EXQUISITELY off the tongue; words that are just perfect for their meaning, like the lazy-sounding SLOTH and the heavy-footed GALUMPH; words that will make you sound clever, like DEUTERAGONIST and LETHOLOGICA; and words that are just fun to say, like LIQUEFACTION and LUXURIATE.
Itll tell you where they come from, how to use them and whether youre likely to BAMBOOZLE anyone whos listening to you. With occasional special features on great words for colours, words from the Classics and words that make you laugh, this is a book to delight BIBLIOPHILES and BLATHERSKITES alike.
A book that encourages children to name their emotions and manage them effectively using breathing exercises.
Little Unicorn is just like all the other unicorns ... well, nearly.
He has a magic mane that changes colours depending on how he is feeling.
Today he is feeling sad.
He is arguing with his friends. Now he feels like hes been invaded by a big grey cloud of sadness.
Kids can discover how to chase away sad feelings and feel good again, with easy to master teach yourself calm breathing exercises.
Children can join Little Unicorn in a calm-inducing breathing exercise and follow 3 easy steps designed to regulate overwhelming emotions.
A book that encourages children to name their emotions and manage them effectively using breathing exercises.
Little Unicorn is just like all the other unicorns — well, nearly.
He has a magic mane that changes colours depending on how he is feeling.
Today he is feeling angry.
Nothing is going the way he wants it to. He doesnt want to walk to school and he certainly doesnt want to have a bath! Now he fees like hes been invaded by a big black cloud of anger.
Kids can discover how to manage angry feelings and feel good again, with easy to master teach yourself calm breathing exercises.
Children can join Little Unicorn in a calm-inducing breathing exercise and follow 3 easy steps designed to regulate overwhelming emotions.