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A.P.J. Abdul Kalam: the people's president / Padamsee, Shamim; Karthik, Lavanya (ill.) 2015  Book
Padamsee, Shamim Book
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Publication New York, Scholastic, 2015.
Description 103pBlack Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract Follow the remarkable journey of A.P.J. Kalam, a person with perseverance, hardwork and exemplary vision.
Standard Number 9788184779745 Pb.
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ID:   000313


Alexander The Great / Simon Adams 2006  Book
Simon Adams Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64pCream Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract Alexander the Great, of Macedonia, became a conqueror of the world when he was just twenty years of age. The book details the journey of his conquests, as he fought amazing battles, won lands and founded cities.
Contents THE BOY FROM MACEDON Birth of a prince Macedon The royal parents Bucephalas Two tests of manhood THE YOUNG KING Alexander the Man Aristotle the teacher Becomingking Wives and friends The lord of Asia CONQUERING THE WORLD Into Asia and Africa Alexander'scampaigns Becoming a God Into Persia Into India THE END OF HIS WORLD Return from India Death of a conqueror Where is Alexander buried? The legacy of Alexander Glossary Bibliography and Index
Standard Number 184538203X Hb.
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ID:   001061


Eleanor of Aquitaine / Kramer, Ann 2006  Book
Kramer, Ann Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64pCream Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract The life of Eleanor of Aquitaine, who was most influential in medieval Europe's royal politics. She was born into a world of feasting, music, poetry and power, which little prepared her for her life of as a wealthy and powerful queen.
Contents A NOBLE CHILDHOOD Noble birth Aquitaine Medieval society Life in the Great Hall A lively girl TEENAGE QUEEN A travelling court Wealthy heiress Marriage Queen of France Crusades Crusading queen ANOTHER COUNTRY Divorce and remarriage Queen of England Affairs of state Motherhood Courtly love Separation PRISONER AND STATESWOMAN Rebellion and betrayal Prison and loss Queen Regent Women and the church Death and legacy Glossary Bibliography and index R
Standard Number 1845383370 Hb.
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ID:   001066


Elizabeth I / Simon Adams 2006  Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64PCream Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract A concise biography of Elizabeth I, Queen of England who won reknown for being the most glorious queen that England had ever known.
Contents BIRTH OF A PRINCESS A royal birth The Tudors The Tudor kingdom Elizabeth's early life Daily life in Tudor times Catholics and Protestants FROM PRISON TO THRONE Sent to the Tower Becoming Queen The young ruler Elizabeth's suitors Governing the country Life at Court CONQUERING THE WORLD European rivals Mary Queen of Scots Explorers and seafarers The Spanish Armada GLORIOUS QUEEN Elizabethan England Elizabethan London Her final years Elizabeth's legacy Glossary Bibliography and index
Standard Number 1845382048 Hb.
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ID:   001252


Galileo / Steele, Philip 2006  Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64pPale Green Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract Describes the life of Galileo Galilee who was one of the first scientists to use the newly invented telescope to study the night sky and who postulated and maintained, even in the face of trial and possible death, that the earth revolved around the sun.
Contents GALILEO'S CHILDHOOD A scientist is born Going to school Italy in Galileo's time Everyday life STUDENT AND TEACHER The student The teacher New ideas An eye on the heavens Family matters Sun, moon and stars INQUISITION Trouble ahead Friends and enemies The trial THE FINAL YEARS House arrest What we know now Spreading the word The fading light After Galileo Glossary Bibliography and index
Standard Number 1845382056 Hb.
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ID:   001256


Gandhi / Wilkinson, Philip 2006  Book
Wilkinson, Philip Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64pYellow Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract Contains details about Gandhi's boyhood pranks and the heroic tales which inspired him to become one of the greatest leaders that India had ever know.
Contents EARLY YEARS A Prime Minister's son The youngest child The Raj On the move Child marriage Religion or rebellion? STUDENT AND LAWYER Studying law Gandhi's beliefs Travelling to South Africa Peaceful protest RETURN TO INDIA Settling down Solving disputes Cloth and spinning From protest to tragedy THE STRUGGLE FOR FREEDOM In prison The Salt marhc Quit India! Setback and sadness Death and mourning Gandhi's achievements Glossary Bibliography and index
Standard Number 1845382064 Hb.
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ID:   001391


Hatshepsut: The princess who became king / Galford, Ellen 2006  Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64pLight Brown Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract The story of Hatsheput, the ancient Egyptian princess, who became the pharaoh after her husband died.
Contents BIRTH OF A PRINCESS Baby Hatsheput A 4,000 year history A royal family Gods and goddesses A PALACE CHILDHOOD The life of a princess Dress at court Digging up the past Egyptian education Feasts and festivals QUEEN AND MOTHER Hatsheput marries The land of Egypt Hatsheput's world Life at court Death at court PHARAOH AT COURT Hatsheput becomes king The pharaoh's architect The land of punt Queens of Egypt Hatsheput' s legacy Glossary Bibliography and index
Standard Number 1845382080 Hb.
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ID:   001798


Leonardo da Vinci / Malam, John 2006  Book
Malam, John Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64pCream Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract Leonardo da Vinci created the most famous painting in the world, the Mona Lisa. He was also an inventor and a sculptor. This book describes the life of this extraordinary genius.
Contents EARLY YEARS The boy from Vinci Early lessons The changing face of portrait painting Moving to Florence STARTING WORK Training to be an artist Struggling to make a living Finding a patron Leaving Florence A BUSY MAN Arrival in Milan Friends and apprentices Leonardo's notebooks The pwoer of water The dream of flight Fragile Fresco NEW CHALLENGES Travels in Italy The art of war Battle of the giants The Mona Lisa The human body An invitation to France Leonardo's legacy Glossary Bibliography and index
Standard Number 1845383354 Hb.
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ID:   001961


Marco Polo: 'I have only told the half of what I saw' / McCarty, Nick 2006  Book
McCarty, Nick Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64pCream Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract The story of Marco Polo, the explorer who travelled almost all over the world, beginning with his first trading expedition to China.
Contents A BOY IN VENICE Birth and loss Niccolo and Maffeo's story School and playime Venice Niccolo and Maffeo return SETTING OUT The merchants in Venice A promise to keep How Marco told his tale Setting sail THE LONG JOURNEY Travelling The route The road to Hormuz Marco falls ill Shifting sands WORKING FOR KUBLA KHAN In the court of the Khan The Mongols Marco the spy Going home The traveller's return Marco's legacy Glossary Bibliography and index
Standard Number 1845383389 Hb.
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ID:   002079


Michaelangelo: "A man paints with his brains and with not his hands" / Wilkinson, Philip 2006  Book
Wilkinson, Philip Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64pCream Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract A fairly detailed biography of the artist and sculptor, Michaelangelo. Gives a good introduction to his life and works , with illustrations.
Contents TOWN BOY, COUNTRY BOY The magistrate's son A boy in Florence The renaissance in Italy Grammar School The workshop THE YOUNG SCULPTOR In the sculpture garden The Medici Professional sculptor The death of Lorenzo Working in Rome Fame at last ARTIST TO THE POPE David The Popes The warrior Pope Sistine Chapel A new challenge War! THE LATER YEARS Micahelangelo the Poet Michaelangelo's beliefs Troubled times Master architect Last years Michaelangelo's legacy Glossary Bibliography and index
Standard Number 1845383346 Hb.
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ID:   021769


Ruskin Bond / Padamsee, Shamim; Sen, Rayika (ill.) 2016  Book
Padamsee, Shamim Book
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Publication Gurgaon, Scholastic India Pvt. Ltd, 2016.
Description 110pBrick Red Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract Unravel the story behind this prolific writer, presented through both comics and text formats.
Standard Number 9789386313645 Hb.
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ID:   020081


Sachin Tendulkar: the little master / Chowdhury, Rohini; Menon, Soumya (ill.) 2015  Book
Chowdhury, Rohini Book
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Publication Gurgaon, Scholastic India Pvt. Ltd, 2015.
Description 108pBlack Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract A look at the life of the Indian cricketing superstar, Sachin Tendulkar, and the various influences that shaped him to become who he is – an outstanding cricketer, and a good human being.
Standard Number 9789351038627 Pb.
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Saladin / MacDonald, Fiona 2006  Book
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Publication Great Britain, QED Publishing, 2006.
Description 64pCream Spine
Series Great Lives
Summary/Abstract The story of Saladin, born Yusef, who united the Muslims of the Middle East and forced the Christian invaders from his land.
Contents A MUSLIM YOUTH The Governor's son Big city life Early years at home Going to school Muslim civilization Living as a Muslim STUDENT AND SOLDIER Frontline fortress The Middle East in Saladin's time Extra duties A new home CONQUERING AN EMPIRE Rival rulers Taking control Fatimid Egypt Fresh conquests The assassins HERO OF THE CRUSADES Holy War Crusaders from Europe War leaders The third crusade Peace at last New rulers After Saladin Glossary Bibliography and index
Standard Number 1845383362 Hb.
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