Discusses how a Celtic warrior captured by Romans is trained to become a gladiator.

Humorous illustrations and facts combine to provide a portrait of what life was like aboard an English pirate ship plying the Caribbean Sea during the sixteenth century.

Examines the skills needed to become a ninja, including practicing with weapons everyday, listening and not asking questions, and keeping identity secret.

Get ready... as a young French sculptor, you're about to embark on one of the most ambitious artisitc projects of the 19th century. There's not a moment's rest for a worker on the Statue of Liberty.

From Cerberus the three-headed dog to Humbaba the humanoid monster of Iraq, learn about the many legends and mysteries surrounding these fascinating creatures.

What are butterflies? What are wildflowers? How can I grow wildflowers that bring butterflies to my garden? Read this book to learn the answers to all these questions and more! -Taken from back cover.

Mummies, whether they're preserved by people or nature, are a fascinating way to examine different cultures around the world. While most people know about mummies from ancient Egypt, the first mummies were made more than 7,000 years ago in South America. Anthropologists can only guess why, most likely because of a belief in life after death. Readers of this book will be awed as they discover how different cultures perfected their mummification process....

The civilization behind the myths is also shown in historical reconstructions of architecture, artifacts, and scenes from daily life. This book shows how the mythology and civilization of this ancient people were intertwined.

A lighthearted look at what building a skyscraper would be like. The Great Depression has hit you hard, and you should grab any job you can get. The monumental task of being a skyscraper builder is dizzying, but here are some top tips from the experts: don't look down; steer clear when the blasters are at work; don't say no to night work--the hours are long and lonely, but you need the money; and practice your catching--you'll have to grab all the...

Students will unearth the legends and mysteries about ghosts and separate fact from fiction. Packed with fact files and "ghost " profiles.