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Prehistoric Britain
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Prehistoric Britain
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Alex Frith
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By (author) Rachel Firth
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Illustrated by Ian McNee
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Series | History of Britain |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:64 | Dimensions(mm): Height 231,Width 168 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9781409599395
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Classifications | Dewey:936.101 |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Usborne Publishing Ltd
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Imprint |
Usborne Publishing Ltd
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Publication Date |
1 May 2015 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
From the age of dinosaurs to the Roman invasion, this book tells the story of a vast and exciting period of British history. It describes when and how people first came to Britain, and includes information on the Bronze Age, Iron Age, Celts and the mysteries of Stonehenge. Full of facts, illustrations, photographs, maps and timelines. Includes photographs and details of real-life archaeological discoveries, as well as information on how new technologies can give us greater insight into the past. With internet links to recommended websites with further information, video clips and virtual tours.
Author Biography
Rachel spent 11 years studying and teaching philosophy at the universities of London and Oxford before joining Usborne. Since then she has written books on subjects ranging from knights, to food, to philosophy, as well as retelling folk stories, and writing children's versions of numerous novels.
ReviewsThe new curriculum for 2014 includes prehistoric Britain so this book will prove very useful. It covers the story of Britain from the age of the dinosaurs to the Roman invasion. Full of facts, illustrations, photographs, maps and timelines, the book is really well presented and based on up-to-date knowledge. * Parents in Touch * Manages to jump from dinosaurs to Romans in just 55 pages. Exceptionally informative. * Young Archaeologist Magazine *
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