Fiona MacDonald

A graphic novel adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story about David Balfour, a sixteen-year-old orphan who is kidnapped by his greedy, villainous uncle, but later escapes and becomes involved in the struggle of the Scottish Highlanders against English rule.

Text and cutaway illustrations depict the construction of a medieval cathedral and the way of life inside it.

Looks at the lives and social conditions of women in medieval Europe. The role of women in history has not always been given the attention it deserves. This completely unique series explores the contributions women have made throughout time as well as their impact today. In these new titles, the series turns its attention closer to the present day, taking an in-depth look at everyday life for wormen around the world in the first and second halves...

Illustrations and text provide information about life in ancient Egypt, covering the pharaohs, family life, the Nile River, arts and crafts, temples and tombs, and more.

"This superbly illustrated children's book looks at one of the world's earliest civilizations, exploring how the people lived, loved, worshipped, and died."--Amazon.com.

Examines the history, culture, daily life, and explorations of the Vikings.