Books in Skazka Chronicles series

Who was the first king of ancient Egypt - and who was the last? Which Egyptian queens ruled in their own right? What do we really know about the 170 or more pharaohs whose names have come down to us?Chronicle of the Pharaohs is the first book to set down in narrative form, using timelines and other visual aids throughout, all the rulers and dynasties of Egypt in their chronological order. Now no one need be in any doubt as to who came first, Tutankhamun or Ramesses the Great, or which pharaohs built the pyramids, and when: the Chronicle provides the answers.The biographical portraits of each pharaoh build into a comprehensive and immensely readable history of ancient Egypt, brought to life through the exploits and personalities of her rulers. From Narmer, who first united the lands along the Nile, to Cleopatra some 3000 years later, we see the way in which individual pharaohs helped to shape Egyptian civilization, and were themselves shaped by it. The narrative is supplemented by specially drawn cartouches of each pharaoh and translations of their names.Chronicle of the Pharaohs is at once a book to be enjoyed as popular history, an essential work of reference, and a visual introduction to the extraordinary diversity and richness of an ancient civilization. Museum-goers, students, tourists and everyone fascinated by the world of ancient Egypt will want to make the Chronicle their inseparable companion.

Sail the wild Atlantic in a longboat with Eric the Red and his son Leif Eriksson. They risked the stormy seas to reach strange new lands, becoming the first Europeans to set foot in North America. Explore their daily lives in this richly illustrated Codex, complete with gatefolds, Viking lore, and The Saga of Erik and Leif—miniature booklets that tell their tale.

Spanning over 2,000 years, from the great 'First Emperor', buried with his terracotta army in the 3rd century BC, to the last emperor, enthroned in the Forbidden City in 1911, Chronicle of the Chinese Emperors details the fascinating lives and personalities of all 157 Chinese emperors. In addition to timelines detailing the major events of every reign, this book includes each emperor's name in Chinese calligraphic script, and a datafile for each emperor listing key information, such as name at birth and imperial wives and concubines.

The U.S. Naval Institute Chronicles series focuses on the relevance of history by exploring topics like significant battles, personalities, and service components. Tapping into the U.S. Naval Institute's robust archives, these carefully selected volumes help readers understand nuanced subjects by providing unique perspectives and some of the best contributions that have helped shape naval thinking over the many decades since the Institute's founding in 1873.From the American Revolution to the present day, the U.S. Marine Corps has often led the fight against America's enemies. The selections in this anthology offer insights into Marine Operations in Korea in 1871 and again in the 1950s, the Spanish American War, Vietnam, the First Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, and more.

This is no happy fairy tale…the battle is raging and the fate of Skazka hangs in the balance.Calista has given up everything. Her heart. Her choice. Her freedom.Surrounded by enemies at every side, the fate of the kingdom lies on her shoulders. After the invasion, the people of Skazka are scared and it’s up to Calista to lead them to safety. But how can she do so when everything about her is a lie. She is not fit to rule the kingdom and the land knows it.While the evil enchantress from her childhood stories stands at her side as an advisor, the queen she has served faithfully is trying to kill her. With the love of her life no longer by her side, she doesn’t know whom to trust. Storms are raging outside the walls. Both the eastern and northern fronts are close to failing. Calista is ready for the fight, but when the truth about her heart comes out, she must go on a quest to retrieve it. Before Vasilisa can get to the chest and unleash her wrath upon it.It’s time for Calista to embrace every aspect of her majyk. Even if it means becoming what she has feared all along.

I have given up everything for Skazka...My choice. My freedom. My heart.Surrounded by enemies at every side, the fate of the kingdom lies on my shoulders. The people of Skazka are scared and it’s up to me to lead them to safety. But how can I when everything about me is a lie. I am not fit to rule the kingdom and the land knows it.While the evil enchantress from my childhood stories stands at my side as an advisor, the queen I have served faithfully is trying to kill me. With the love of my life no longer by my side, I don’t know whom to trust. Storms are raging outside the walls. Our enemies are closing in. I am ready for the fight, but when the truth about my heart comes out, I must go on a quest to retrieve it. Before Vasilisa can get to the chest and unleash her wrath upon it.This is no happy fairy tale. It’s time for me to fully embrace my majyk. Even if it means becoming the monster I have feared all along.Get ready for more magic, romance, and twists in Majyk Reclaimed, the EPIC conclusion to the Skazka Chronicles fantasy series by USA Today bestselling author Valia Lind!

Getting my memory back was supposed to fix everything...turns out it might be the worst thing that could have happened. After returning to Skazka, the last place I want to be is in the Royal Court. My every move is watched, my majyk is getting out of hand, and the one person I thought I could trust is pulling away. As I regain more of my memory, I realize that maybe I’m not who I think I am, and there are forces much darker than the Glava that I must stand against. But how can I trust what’s true, if everyone around me knows more than they’re saying?The storms are getting worse, entering the majykal Skazka and blurring the veil between the worlds. Frankenstein’s monsters are right on my heels, with the Glava pushing to destroy what is left of the High Realm. And I am trapped in the middle of it. Am I darkness or am I light? The answer could cost me everything. Get ready for action, romance, and one crazy adventure in the second book in this thrilling fantasy series!

I never believed in fairy tales—until I was thrust into one. My first experience? Creatures straight out of a modern day Dr. Frankenstein’s handbook attacking me at a party. Then, everything spirals out of control as I discover my human memories are a lie. I have a target painted on my back. The Masters of Shadowlands are after the Relic of Knowledge. If they find it, the world will be plunged into darkness. As my real memories begin to resurface, I can no longer hide from the truth: I am a Volshebnitsya of High Real of Skazka. My duty is to protect the relic—whatever the cost. There’s just one small problem…I have no idea where I hid it. My only hope is to trust the mysterious Brendan. He’s protective and seems to know more about me than I know about myself. At every turn, another secret is revealed and another monster of Russian lore is waiting. The secrets inside of my mind are my destiny and my undoing. Can I save the world from darkness? Or will darkness become my undoing? Supernatural meets Once Upon a Time in this fast paced and addicting fantasy series!

How would you go about making a mummy? This beautifully illustrated and fascinating book transports young readers more than 3,000 years back in time so they can see how the ancient Egyptians created mummies—and why. Learn about Egyptian gods and legends, the embalming process that preserved the pharaohs’ bodily remains, and the way mummies were wrapped and buried. Fun “Did You Know?” questions will fascinate kids.

Calista Faulkner never believed in fairy tales…until she is thrust into one.While attending a college party, she’s attacked by terrifying creatures straight out of a modern day Dr. Frankenstein’s handbook. Fleeing for her life, she discovers that her human memories are a lie and nothing is what it seems.Calista becomes a target and her only chance of survival is to trust the mysterious Brendan Parnell. He seems to know all of her secrets, even those she doesn’t remember herself.Together they must fight to protect the most important part of their inheritance, the Relic of Knowledge. Unfortunately, Calista has no memory of her magical life and no idea where she hid the relic. As her memories begin to resurface with bone crushing agony, Calista must face the facts: she is a Volshebnitsya of the High Realm of Skazka and it is her duty to stop the Glava, the masters of Shadowlands.The world around them begins to falls apart. Plagued by storms that are destroying cities and torn by the sinister monsters of Russian lore. The secrets locked deep inside her mind are her destiny and her undoing. If both worlds are to survive, Calista and Brendan must face the darkness around them—and the darkness threatening from within.