Explains the life and times of this ancient Egyptian ruler, covering the story of the tomb's discovery, as well as myths and stories of mummy curses. Ever since Howard Carter uncovered King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922, the young pharaoh has become a symbol of the wealth and mystery of ancient Egypt. Now, a two-and-a-half-year-long museum exhibit of Tut's treasures is touring major cities in the U.S., drawing record crowds. This Who Was...? is complete...

Describes the life of Victoria, Queen of Great Britain from 1837 to 1901, and the social and political conditions in Great Britain during her lifetime.

Offers brief profiles of over one hundred male leaders, legends, scientists, and artists who shaped history, including King Kamehameha, B.B. King, and Isaac Newton.

Follows the life of the strong-willed queen who ruled England in the time of Shakespeare and the defeat of the Spanish Armada.

An abridged version of the adventures and exploits of King Arthur and his knights at the court of Camelot and elsewhere in the land of the Britons.

A biography of Cleopatra, who became queen of Egypt at the age of eighteen and maintained power over her kingdom through her alliances with Julius Caesar and Marc Antony.

Describes the life of Marie Antoinette, including her childhood in Austria, her lavish lifestyle, and the Diamond Necklace Affair.

Presents a humorous account of what it might have been like to live in ancient Egypt in the time of Tutankhamen, providing an introduction to the royal family, and discussing religion, childhood, entertainment, mummification, and the discovery of King Tut's tomb.

"Black history begins thousands of years ago with the many cultures and people of the African continent. Through portraits of ten heroic figures, bestselling author Tracey Baptiste takes readers on an empowering, energetic journey through time to meet some of the great leaders and thinkers whose vision built nations and shaped the course of history... Illustrator Hillary D. Wilson's brilliant portraits accompany each profile, along with vivid, information-filled...

Is it true that Queen Elizabeth I was responsible for one of England's greatest military victories? Yes. Under her prosperous reign, England defeated the great Spanish Armada in 1588!