Richard Tames Bücher

London um 1600: Richard Tames zeigt uns in diesem Zeitreiseführer, wie in der Hauptstadt von Großbritannien schon während der Renaissance das Leben pulsierte. Wir werden informiert über Anreise, Sehenswürdigkeiten und Küche - angereichert um Hintergründe aus Kultur und Geschichte. Neben Shakespeare lernen wir weitere berühmte Menschen der Zeit kennen, Ausflugtipps verhelfen zur Erholung vom Trubel der Themse-Stadt, ein Stadtplan erleichtert die Orientierung und ein farbiger Bildteil ergänzt die Informationen des Buches. Die mühelose Verständigung garantiert ein Sprachführer für Londoner Mundart. Eine faszinierende Zeitreise!

This volume describes a plethora of changes to daily life during the 20th century. It looks at how scientific and technological innovations, allied with changing attitudes, have helped reshape daily lives.

Step back in time to ancient Greece and discover the spectacular achievements of an adventurous civilization. Delve into everyday life to find out what the Greeks ate, where they lived and what clothes were fashionable. Find out about the gods they worshipped, the heroes they admired and the politicians who made history. A selection of 15 practical projects helps to bring the past alive - reconstruct the Parthenon, make a comic mask and learn the Ancient Greek alphabet. The projects are shown in specially-commissioned step-by-step photography and will make learning stimulating, exciting and fun, either at home or in the classroom.

The Traveller's History series is designed for travellers who want more historical background on the country they are visiting than can be found in a tour guide. Each volume offers a complete and authoritative history of the country from the earliest times up to the present day. A Gazetteer cross-referenced to the main text pinpoints the historical importance of sights and towns. Illustrated with maps and line drawings, this literate and lively series makes ideal before -you-go reading, and is just as handy tucked into suitcase or backpack.

Delving into Oxford's rich history, the book explores its origins from Roman times through the Anglo-Saxon era, highlighting its significance in medieval England. It chronicles the establishment of various colleges, the city's role as the Royalist capital during the Civil War, and its subsequent recovery and development into the 21st century. This comprehensive account offers insights into the evolution of one of the world's most renowned academic cities.

Examines the role of apartheid in the history of South Africa, key figures involved, and how this system eventually ended.