Books with author Madeline Miller

The hospital is one of the most important innovations in all of human history. Without these establishments of healing, the marvels of modern medicine would never have evolved to where they are today. Readers of this unique book will explore the origins of the hospital and other incredible inventions from the Middle East that have shaped the world forever. Beautiful full-color photographs let readers get a close-up look at amazing inventions. Cool fact boxes summarize important information, making reading fun even for reluctant readers. An exploration of Middle Eastern inventions, cultures, and history, this book expands readers' cultural awareness in a fun, playful way.

The last ice age ended over 11,000 years ago, but could the next one be right around the corner? How would humanity make it through freezing temperatures and brutal storms? Would we survive like early humans did, or would our species meet a chilling end? Readers of this ultimate survival guide will be prepared for the worst and coldest disaster that Mother Nature can throw at them. Full-color photographs and a thrilling, immersive design will sweep readers away on this bone-chilling adventure. They'll learn survival tips for situations ranging from silly to scary. An entertaining approach to a high-interest topic, this volume is sure to be a popular addition to any library or classroom.

It may seem ordinary today, but the television is one of the most incredible inventions in human history. The magic of moving pictures began with silent, black-and-white film. It must have been mind-blowing to see color TV for the first time. This unique book introduces readers to incredible innovations from Latin America that have spread across the world, from color TVs to tortillas. Stunning full-color photographs give readers an up-close look at amazing inventions. Fun fact boxes summarize interesting information into bite-sized pieces that even reluctant readers will love. This fascinating book introduces readers to Latin America's inventions, culture, and history in a fun and playful way.

Readers are introduced to what life was like for the Incas as they explore this ancient civilization. Through detailed text that closely aligns with social studies curriculum topics, they are able to strengthen their critical-thinking skills by comparing and contrasting the lifestyle of the Incas and other ancient and modern civilizations. Helpful maps, a detailed timeline, and full-color photographs encourage readers to appreciate the diversity of other cultures and expand their worldview. Readers also find additional historical information in fact boxes and sidebars that reveal captivating stories of this advanced ancient civilization.

A monstrous megatsunami sounds like the plot of thrilling action movie, but could this catastrophic natural disaster really be in our future? As climate change continues to impact the planet in dangerous and destructive ways, it's best to be prepared. This volume introduces readers to the concept of extreme storms in an entertaining way. They'll learn survival tips for situations ranging from silly to scary. A chilling design with creepy, full-color images add to the excitement. Even reluctant readers will be drawn to this spooky, high-interest topic.

We wouldn't be able to snap selfies today without the invention of photography over a century ago, but how did this marvelous technology begin? This fascinating book introduces readers to the birth of photography and other innovations from Europe. They'll encounter many innovations throughout history that are crucial to our daily life in modern times. Stunning full-color photographs let readers explore incredible inventions up close. Fun fact boxes summarize important information into bite-sized chunks that will attract even reluctant readers. An exploration of inventions, history, and European cultures, this unique book will be valuable in any library or classroom.

We all need water to survive, so what happens when the world runs out? This bone-dry apocalypse will leave humanity thirsty for survival tips. Luckily, this ultimate guide to surviving in a world without water has all the info readers will need to make it out alive, and hydrated. They'll learn how to handle situations ranging from silly to scary, while full-color photographs and a striking design bring this horrifying adventure into detailed focus. Entertaining and engaging, this high-interest book is sure to quench readers' thirst for apocalypse training.

They're immortal, nocturnal, and out for blood! These undead monsters are creeping out of their coffins, and time's running out. Who will make it out alive with their throat un-bitten? The readers of this ultimate vampire survival guide will. They'll learn survival tips for situations ranging from silly to bone-chillingly scary. Spooky full-color photographs and an eerie design add to the adventure. This high-interest, entertaining topic is sure to draw in even reluctant readers, making it a fun and valuable addition to any library or classroom. Grab this guide and fresh clove of garlic before it's too late.

Where was Mesopotamia located? What did ancient Mesopotamian society look like? What did the people who lived there do for fun? As readers discover the answers to these and other questions about ancient Mesopotamia, they are encouraged to see the similarities and differences between this civilization and others of the past and present. The well-researched main text exposes young people to a different culture, which is further highlighted in fact boxes and sidebars. This essential social studies curriculum topic is presented in an engaging way through exciting design elements, including timelines, maps, and historical and contemporary images.