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Shah Jahan

2009
A discussion of Shah Jahan, ruler of the Mughal Empire from 1628-1659, covering his ruthless oppression of rivals, promotion of artistic and architectural achievements such as the Taj Mahal, and other political and cultural influences.
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Napoleon Bonaparte

emperor
2017
Examines the legacy of French military and political leader Napoleon Bonaparte.
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Who was Henry VIII?

2018
Chronicles the life of Henry VIII, king of England during the 1500s, discussing his reign, wives and more.
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Alexander

the boy soldier who conquered the world
Presents the life and accomplishments of Alexander the Great, born into the royal family of Macedon and later became a king whose realm extended into Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Hammurabi

Presents the life and accomplishments of Hammurabi, the ancient king who ruled Babylon (in what is now Iraq) more than 3,000 years ago, and who is still revered for producing the first uniform law code in history.
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Charlemagne

Presents the early life of Charlemagne and explains his dedication to Christianity and his military prowess.
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Monarchs of the Renaissance

the lives and reigns of 42 European kings and queens
2012
Chronicles the lives of 42 European monarchs from 1400 to 1600.
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King Louie's shoes

2017
"King Louie was a very big king in all ways but one: He was five-feet-four-inches short. So Louie and his royal cobbler cooked up the perfect high-heeled solution to help Louie appear taller. But after an embarrassing tumble (on the dance floor, no less!) Louie learned that his subjects were loyal no matter how big-or how shrimpy-their beloved Louie might have been. Readers ... will relate to this ... story of King Louie XIV-a man who had it all, but still felt small"--Provided by publisher.

The edge of the Empire

a journey to Britannia : from the heart of Rome to Hadrian's Wall
2016
"... Bronwen Riley describes an epic journey from Rome to Hadrian's Wall at the empire's northwestern frontier ..."--Jacket flap.

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