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English
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"The monarchy is at the heart of British life. If you're going to understand Britain and its history, you need to understand the story of its royal family. This lively guide walks you through the history of the British monarchy from the earliest times to the present day." -- Cover
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Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"Iconic buildings reimagined in LEGO bricks"--Container.
Stunning images and in depth exploration of the real buildings like the Guggenheim or the Empire State Building, on which the LEGO Architecture series is based, provide you with a comprehensive look at the creation of these intricate sets. Learn why the LEGO team chose certain pieces and what particular challenges they faced. Read about the inspiration behind the creative processes and what...
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Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
A visual exploration of the "Titanic," providing information about its construction, decoration, captain and crew, passengers, the disaster that occurred during the luxury liner's maiden voyage in 1911, and the search and discovery of the wreck.
6) Buddhism
Author
Pub. Date
2003.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A visual overview of Buddhist history and practices featuring more than 180 color photos and illustrations of ancient Buddhist art, sculpture, and architecture as well as modern followers of the faith.
8) Islam
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Presents a comprehensive history of Islam and describes the origin and spread of Islam, Muhammad and the Qur'an, Islamic culture and traditions, the Crusades, scholars and teachers, and more.
11) Mitos y leyendas
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Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
Español
Description
Sumérgete en los grandes mitos y leyndas del mundo, que cobran vida en esta fascinante recopilación de relatos antiguos transmitidos de generación en generación. Descrubre el contexto y el significado oculto tras los mitos, su importancia cultural, sus protagonistas y sus temas principales, desde los héroes de la antigua Grecia hasta los sueños de los aborígenes de Australia. He aquí los mitos que, miles de años después de contarse por primera...
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English
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This user-friendly guide to English architecture up to the mid-twentieth century is divided into styles with examples highlighted (e.g. the Tower of London for Norman Architecture), complemented by original prints which sets this quality book apart from other guides. The detailed 18th and 19th century (and later) prints enable the reader to understand just what makes these styles so important and have the advantage of being much clearer than much...
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English
Description
Colonel Wilkinson spent 31 years in the British Army with the Royal Artillery, commando and parachute brigades and special forces. In his last job in the army, he was the principal author of the first British Joint Warfare Publication (JWP 3-50 Peace Support Operations). During his military service he gradually came to the understanding that the achievement of peace required a comprehensive approach that addressed the causes and consequences of conflict...
15) Building
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English
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Photographs and drawings capture the art and technique of building and architecture through the ages--from the humblest mud hut to the highest skyscraper.
16) Christianity
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Series
Pub. Date
2003.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Explores the faith of Christianity, from its origins to its role in the twenty-first century.
