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Castle diary: the journal of Tobias Burgess / Platt, Richard; Riddell, Chris (ill.) 1999  Book
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Publication Massachusetts, Candlewick Press, 1999.
Description 123pBlue Spine
Summary/Abstract In 1285, eleven-year old Tobty Burgess is sent to be a page in his uncle's castle. Read his diary and discover the triumphs and tribulations of life in a medieval castle.
Standard Number 0763621641 Pb.
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ID:   000792


Communication : From Hieroglyphs to Hyperlinks / Platt, Richard 2004  Book
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Publication USA, Kingfisher Publications Plc, 2004.
Description 64pBlack and Yellow Spine
Series Kingfisher Knowledge
Summary/Abstract Explores the different ways in which humans connect and share news and knowledge.
Contents Face-To-Face From me to you Spreading the word The Global village
Standard Number 0753457695 Hb.
Key Words PYP  ;  Communication 
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ID:   008791


Flight / Platt, Richard 2006  Book
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Publication USA, Dk Publishing Inc, 2006.
Description 68pBlue Spine
Series DK Experience
Summary/Abstract Uses panoramic storyboard sequences, illustrated referencing and integrates groundbreaking images with powerful narrative text to help one imagine the printed text in a different way.
Standard Number 9780756614119 Hb.
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ID:   014079


Forensics / Platt, Richard 2005  Book
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Publication London, Kingfisher Publications Plc, 2005.
Description 64pBlack and Red Spine
Series Kingfisher Knowledge
Summary/Abstract Explore the crime lab with Forensics and discover how detectives use science to solve crimes. From the scene of the crime to a criminal's conviction, discover how the marks of blood, footprints, and fingerprints can lead the police to criminals. Find out how specialists can match trace evidence, such as a single hair found on a victim, to the murderer. Learn how famous crimes were solved and,like a true detective, find out whether it was arson, poison,or murder.
Contents Signs of the crime -The crime scene -Collecting evidence -Photography -Telltale marks -Finding a body -Lifting prints -Showing the invisible -Summary Who is it? -Evidence from blood -DNA analysis -Teeth and bones -Making faces -Matching fingerprints -Unknown culprit -Proof of guilt Crime lab -The autopsy -How did they die? -Trace evidence -Dirty proof -Computers and crime -Bombs and fires -Drugs and poisons -Weapons -Fakes and forgeries -Summary Glossary Index Acknowledgements
Standard Number 9780753411131 Hb.
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ID:   013319


In Tudor and Stuart times / Platt, Richard; Lawrence, David (ill.) 2000  Book
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Publication London, Franklin Watts, 2000.
Description 32pOrange Spine
Series How they made things work!
Summary/Abstract Examines how people in Tudor and Stuart times overcame the challenges of technology.
Contents How they made things work in Tudor and Stuart times Firearms Telescope Microscope Clocks Printing Navigation Thermometer Oil paint Water closet Arithmetic Knitting machine Distilled alcohol Glossary/Websites Index
Standard Number 9780749674816 Hb.
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ID:   010852


Inventions / Platt, Richard 1997  Book
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Publication London, Marshall Publishing, 1997.
Description 69pPurple spine
Summary/Abstract From srone tools to microchips, humans have always tries to improve their lives through invention. With an illuminating look at scientific breakthroughs, Inventions presents the ever-changing track of technology as you've never seen it before.
Standard Number 184028157X Pb.
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ID:   007204


Julius Caesar: Great Dictator of Rome / Platt, Richard 2000  Book
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Edition 2006
Publication Great Britain, Dorling Kindersley Limited, 2000.
Description 48pPurple Spine
Summary/Abstract A historical account of Julius Casear, covering his personal life, political career, assassination, and the Rome of his time, and is well illustrated.
Contents Caesar' s Rome The Roman world Escape and capture Political ambition On the road to power Leader of the Republic Raid and conquer Revolt and repression Crossing the rubicon Struggle for power Egyptian adventure Glorious triumph Hail Caesar Dictator or King? Bloody murder Friends and foes From Republic to empire Hero through history The Roman army Rulers of Rome
Standard Number 0755619637 Pb.
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ID:   021637


London: from Roman capital to Olympic city / Platt, Richard; Cappon, Manuela (ill.) 2012  Book
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Publication London, Macmillan Children's Books, 2012.
Description 42pBlue spine
Series Through Time
Summary/Abstract Follows historical events in London's history and the persons who had or have inhabited London.
Standard Number 9780753431061 Pb.
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ID:   012875


New York City: An illustrated history of the big apple / Platt, Richard; Cappon, Manuela (ill.) 2010  Book
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Publication New York, Kingfisher Publications Plc, 2010.
Description 48pCream Spine
Series Through Time
Summary/Abstract Through Time: New York City tells the story of the Big Apple from its native American origins to the present – including the arrival of European settlers, the growth of trade, immigration, and great feats of engineering such as the Brooklyn Bridge. Along the way, the book explores major events in world history, such as the Revolutionary War and the famous Wall Street Crash. Includes a timeline.
Contents Green island home Hudson visits New Amsterdam The English takeover Colonial port Revolution! Business beehive People's park Draft riots Brooklyn bridge Ellis island Highs and lows World's fair Pop and protest Return of the Apollo heroes Times Square Ground Zero Modern New York City
Standard Number 9780753464168 Hb.
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ID:   017629


Olympics / Platt, Richard; Cappon, Manuela (ill.) 2012  Book
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Publication London, Kingfisher Publications Plc, 2012.
Description 46pRed Spine
Series Through Time
Summary/Abstract A chronological tour of the historical and social events that shaped the Olympics dedicates spreads to specific locations and how the beliefs of participating cultures impacted various competitions. Through Time: The Olympic games tells the complete story of history's most famous and most international sporting competition. The narrative runs from city to city, exploring the impact of the Games on each host nation as well as the key social, political and cultural events of the time. Woven into this narrative are the major sporting highlights, facts and record-breakers.
Standard Number 9780753430743 Hb.
Key Words Olympics - History  ;  Olympic games  ;  Olympics 
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ID:   011760


Pirate diary: the journal of Jake Carpenter / Platt, Richard; Riddell, Chris (ill.) 2001  Book
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Publication London, Walker Books, 2001.
Description 64pGreen Spine
Summary/Abstract Starting in 1716, Pirate Diary describes the adventures of nine-year-old Jake Carpenter, as he discovers the thrills and perils of life on the high seas.
Standard Number 0744594308 Pb.
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ID:   000956


Pirates / Platt, Richard 2002  Book
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Publication London, Dorling Kindersley Limited, 2002.
Description 72pRed Spine
Series DK Eyewitness
Summary/Abstract Describes the bloodthirsty activities of pirates, from the barbarous corsairs of the Mediterranean to the cutthroat buccaneers of the Spanish Main.
Standard Number 0751347493 Pb.
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ID:   027432


Shipwreck / Platt, Richard 2003  Book
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Publication London, Dorling Kindersley Limited, 2003.
Description 73pGreen Spine
Series DK Eyewitness
Summary/Abstract Describes the history of shipwrecks, famous wrecks, causes, navigation and rescue techniques, and underwater archeology and the exploration of wrecks.
Standard Number 0751364819 Pb.
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ID:   017260


Stephen Biesty's incredible cross-sections / Platt, Richard; Biesty, Stephen (ill.) 1993  Book
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Publication London, Dorling Kindersley Limited, 1993.
Description 48pWhite Spine
Summary/Abstract Cross-sectional illustrations present an inside view of such structures as a medieval castle, factory, and subway station.
Contents Castle Observatory Galleon Ocean Liner Submarine Coal Mine Tank Oil Rig Cathedral Jumbo Jet Car Factory Helicopter Opera House Steam Train Railway Station Fishing Trawler Empire State Building Space Shuttle
Standard Number 0863188079 Hb.
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ID:   009026


Technology and Communications: Popular Science: A world of knowledge at your fingertips / Platt, Richard 2001  Book
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Publication USA, Silver Dolphin Books, 2001.
Description 84pGrey Spine
Series Datafiles
Summary/Abstract Presents the world of media and communications in five chapters, with FAQ's, ready reference facts and figures about the world of media and descriptions of what it is like to work in the media.
Contents Overview FAQ's In focus Jobfile Factfile
Standard Number 1571454799 Hb.
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ID:   012128


Vanishing rainforest / Platt, Richard; Wyk, Rupert Van (ill.) 2003  Book
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Publication London, Frances Lincoln Children's Book, 2003.
Description 26pLight Green Spine
Summary/Abstract This story is seen through the eyes of a child called Remaema, describes how the Yanomami tribe are still battling against potential developers.
Standard Number 9780711221703 Pb.
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