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The majesty of the horse : an illustrated history / by Pickeral, Tamsin.; Harrisson, Astrid.;
Describes and illustrates over 80 ancient and modern breeds of horses and ponies.LSC
Subjects: Horses.; Horse breeds.; Horses; Horse breeds;
© 2011., Barrons Educational Series,
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The (mostly) true story of Cleopatra's needle / by Gutman, Dan.;
"Five kids across centuries recount the history of Cleopatra's Needle, from its construction in ancient Egypt to moving it across the ocean to New York city in the 19th century."--
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Cleopatra's Needle (New York, N.Y.); Obelisks;
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Empire builders. [videorecording] / by Pilot Film and Television Productions,production company,distributor.; Short History of the World (Firm),production company.;
Rising to prominence in North Africa along the fertile valley of the river Nile, ancient Egypt prospered and grew to become one of the world s earliest and greatest civilisations. In this episode of Empire Builders we travel through time to appreciate 3000 years of ancient Egyptian history through the amazing stories of ten of its most famous and spectacular buildings. It's a journey of discovery that will take us to ancient Egypt s greatest pyramids and obelisks, and its most magnificent temples and tombs.E.DVD; all regions; NTSC.
Subjects: Historical television programs.; Travelogues (Television programs); Great Temple (Abū Sunbul, Egypt); Temple of Luxor (Luxor, Egypt); Great Pyramid (Egypt); Historic sites;
For private home use only.
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Danger in Ancient Rome / by Messner, Kate,author.; McMorris, Kelley,illustrator.;
The mysterious box that Ranger the golden retriever found in the garden transports him back to first century Rome, where he must rescue Marcus, a young servant boy, and Quintus, a volunteer gladiator, from the brutal world of the Colosseum.Reading level : grade 4.
Subjects: Colosseum (Rome, Italy); Colosseum (Rome, Italy); Golden retriever; Time travel; Gladiators; Adventure stories.; Golden retriever; Dogs; Time travel; Gladiators; Adventure and adventurers;
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Rainbow history class : your guide through queer and trans history / by McElhinney, Hannah,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Rainbow History Class is your entry into LGBTQ+ history, sharing queer and trans stories from Ancient civilisations all the way up to the internet. So much of queer and trans history and culture has been erased, but Hannah McElhinney, writer and creator of Rainbow History Class (as seen on TikTok), is here to help us all with this crash course. This history lesson isn't dry and academic, nor is it glitter-soaked and reductive. It's a comprehensive and entertaining romp through queer and trans history, full of secret queer codes, gender-bending icons, pop-culture knowledge and incredible activists. More than anything, Rainbow History Class will make you feel connected to the stories of our rich and vibrant community. This knowledge will help spark conversations between your friends and family and be a source of comfort as you stand up for yourself and your community.
Subjects: Gay men; Gays; Gender nonconformity; Lesbians; Sexual minorities; Sexual minority culture; Transgender people;
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The bird and the blade / by Bannen, Megan,author.;
As a slave in the Kipchak Khanate, Jinghua has lost everything: her home, her family, her freedom. She becomes an unlikely conspirator in the escape of Prince Khalaf and his father from their enemies across the vast Mongol Empire. Jinghua hatches a scheme to use the Kipchaks' exile to return home. Her feelings evolve into a hopeless love, as Khalaf seeks to restore his kingdom by forging a marriage alliance with Turandokht, the daughter of the Great Khan. All suitors must solve three impossible riddles to win her hand-- and if they fail, they die. -- adapted from jacket.
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Young adult fiction.; Fiction.; Historical fiction.; History.; Juvenile works.; Science fiction.; Young adult works.; Historical fiction.; Science fiction.; Historical fiction.; Science fiction.; Slavery; Secrecy; Kings and rulers; Princes; Riddles; Mongols; Secrets; Slavery; Kings, queens, rulers, etc.; Kings and rulers; Interpersonal relations.; Secrecy.; Slaves.; Slaves.; Love.; YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Fantasy / Historical.; YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Historical / Ancient Civilizations.; YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Romance / Historical.; Kings and rulers.; Mongols.; Princes.; Riddles.; Secrecy.; Slavery.;
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Olympics / by Platt, Richard.; Cappon, Manuela.;
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Subjects: Olympics;
© 2012., Kingfisher,
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The ancient Egyptians : dress, eat, write, and play just life the Egyptians / by MacDonald, Fiona,1958-;
Who were the ancient Egyptians? -- The mighty Nile -- Cows and crops -- Home and family -- Eating and drinking -- Looking good -- Design and technology -- Mighty pharaohs -- Skillful scribes -- Gods and magic -- Tremendous temples -- Pyramids and tombs --Combines text with hands-on projects to introduce the food and drink, the clothes, the buildings, the beliefs and festivals, and social structure of the Egyptians.
© 2007., QEB,
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Wonders of the world / by Jackson, Tom,1972-;
Discover the astounding ancient architecture, the history of civilization, and the beauty of our planet in these Wonders of the World. Become an eyewitness to the fascinating architectural feats and natural treasures of the world in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of more than 50 wonders of the world.LSC
Subjects: Architecture, Ancient; Natural monuments; Historic sites; Seven Wonders of the World; Curiosities and wonders;
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The true story of gladiators [videorecording (DVD)] / by Ackroyd, David; Kent, Arthur,1953-; West, Douglas Brooks.; Arts and Entertainment Network; History Channel (Television network); MPH Entertainment (Firm);
Narrator: David Ackroyd; presenter: Arthur Kent.Discusses the evolution of gladitorial combat and the lives of the gladiators in the ancient Roman Empire.E.DVD.
Subjects: Colosseum (Rome, Italy); Gladiators; Video recordings for the hearing impaired;
© c2007., History Channel : A & E Television Networks,
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