Books with author Fiona Chandler

This title traces the extraordinary history of the Romans, from their origins in the foothills of Rome, through the founding of The Republic, the growth of The Empire and its eventual decline and fall. It covers all aspects of life, from days out at the games, the baths or the races, to daily life in a country villa. Evocative photographs, fabulous cutaway illustrations of Roman buildings and dramatic reconstructions help to create the atmosphere of life in Ancient Rome. Internet links offer a fascinating selection of recommended websites, containing additional information for school projects and homework. Many websites include sound, animation or video clips which bring the subject to life.

What was the biggest dinosaur? What was the Ice Age? Why did the dinosaurs die out? Find out in this lavish and lively book. Simple text, beautiful illustrations, stunning photographs of dinosaur models and links to exciting recommended websites introduce young readers to the wonders of the prehistoric world. All websites are regularly reviewed and can be visited via links on the Usborne Quicklinks Website. A selection of free downloadable pictures from this book is also available at Usborne Quicklinks. Must I be online to use this book? Absolutely not. This book also works as an excellent information book on its own.

Paperback revamp of this fascinating guide to the Roman World and its dramatic history, government, army, religion and everyday life. Stunning photographs and detailed reconstructions create a vivid picture of life in Ancient Rome. The comprehensive factfinder includes a time chart, who's who and details of recent archaeological finds. Internet-links offer a fascinating selection of recommended websites, containing additional information for school projects and homework.

Noted film biographer Charlotte Chandler interviewed Bette Davis extensively in the last decade of her life, resulting in a biography in which the great actress speaks for herself. Chandler also spoke with directors, actors, and others who knew and worked with Davis, and includes brief synopses of all of her theatrical films. Here are some more examples of Bette's wit to be found within these pages: "I'm the one who didn't get the man, which is the more interesting character on the screen, but in real life sometimes I wish I could just have been the girl who got the man, and kept him. I got four husbands and several lovers, but I didn't keep any of them. I was invited to the White House, but no man stayed to share my white cottage." "My favorite actor with whom I never played, professionally or personally, was Laurence Olivier. I admired everything about him. He was a great actor, and he was my dream man. Literally and figuratively. Larry was my fantasy lover, the perfect man, or at least I thought he would be. He was not only beautiful, but intelligent."

This encyclopedia is a simple introduction to the miracle of the human body. With stimulating design and easy-to-read text, this book should enable children to make sense of the body. Thematically arranged, with Internet links, illustrations and simple interactive activities throughout, this book should engage and entertain young readers and provide an excellent first point of reference for school projects and assignments.