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Books with author Simon Adams

  • Exploration and Discovery

    Simon Adams

    Hardcover (Anness, April 1, 2000)
    An accessible reference book, which captures all the excitement and spirit of adventure.
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  • The History Detective Investigates: Monarchs

    Simon Adams

    Paperback (Wayland, Feb. 28, 2017)
    How has the power of the monarchy in Great Britain changed throughout history? Why does Wales have a prince? Why did Henry VIII marry six times? Why is the royal family named after a castle?This book helps children at Key Stage 2 discover the answers to these and other fascinating questions. It also recommends sites on the Internet and sources in local libraries where they can find out more about monarchs. The detective shows how to create a profile of a king or queen, discover what it's like to work for a monarch and hold a lively debate on the monarchy.Packed with fascinating information, The History Detective Investigates series inspires children's curiosity to find out more about the past.
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  • The Presidents of the United States

    Simon Adams

    Hardcover (Cooper Square Publishing Llc, Nov. 1, 2005)
    A fascinating way to learn about the road to the White House and American politics. Contains detailed timelines of important historical events in each Presidential term. Appealing full-color illustrations throughout complement concise, detailed text. An intriguing look at Vice-Presidents, First Ladies,
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  • World Religions: History Detectives Series

    Simon Adams

    Paperback (Anness, Nov. 21, 2003)
    Learn about the gods, faiths and festivals of the world's religions, from the beginning of civilization to the present day.
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  • Afghanistan

    Simon Adams

    Library Binding (Smart Apple Media, Aug. 1, 2007)
    Presents the geography, history, economy, population, customs, and politics of Afghanistan.
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  • The Iraq War

    Simon Adams

    Library Binding (Arcturus Pub, Jan. 1, 2011)
    "This high-interest series, aimed at reluctant readers, looks at secret campaigns behind the major conflicts of the past 100 years. Biographical sidebars focus on heroic or notorious personalities. Highlighted fact features include special operations andtheir results, resistance movements, propaganda and the history of the time - as is known....and not readily known"--Provided by publisher.
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  • The Kingfisher Atlas of the Medieval World 500CE-1450CE by Simon Adams

    Simon Adams

    Hardcover (Kingfisher Books Ltd, Jan. 1, 1716)
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  • Ships

    Simon Adams

    Hardcover (Franklin Watts Ltd, )
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  • Tanks

    Simon Adams

    Hardcover (Franklin Watts Ltd, Nov. 8, 2007)
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  • Texas

    Simon Adams

    Library Binding (DK Children, Sept. 16, 2003)
    Explains the state's Spanish past, how ranching and the discovery of oil changed life in the territory, who Sam Houston and Stephen F. Austin were, and much more. 20,000 first printing.
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  • Illustrated Atlas of World His

    Simon Adams

    Hardcover (Random House Books for Young Readers, May 12, 1992)
    A chronology, maps, photographs, and special features on language, art, religion, and science chronicle how the world has changed from a planet of separate civilizations to an interconnected global community.
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  • Titanic

    Simon Adams

    Paperback (Gardners Books, April 30, 2004)
    Prepare yourself for an adventure of triumph and tragedy on the Ship of Dreams. Be an eyewitness to the Titanic's maiden voyage and learn everything about the luxury liner from the fate of the captain and hundreds of passengers to the treasures that went down with the ship.