Ross, Stewart

Describes the battle for the crown of England in 1066 which was eventually claimed by William the Conqueror, and provides information about the workings of the monarchy during the Middle Ages, discussing royal succession, coronations and queens, the law, crusading, and other topics.

Examines the art and architecture of the Middle Ages, discussing the Romanesque and gothic movements, Moorish and Islamic influences, churches, tombs and monuments, manuscript illumination, castles, and other topics.

Describes the methods explorers throughout history have used to find their way by land, sea, and sky.

Examines the causes, events, aftermath, and historical significance of the 1917 revolution in Russia.

Text and illustrations present a factual overview and analysis of the Russian Revolution and its aftermath, discussing the Communist triumph, the Soviet Union, and world communism. Also includes a glossary, time line, and further-reading list.

In early 1999, Drita, an Albanian, and Zoran, a Serb, become friends. However, as Serb-Albanian tensions rise in Kosovo, their families become enemies and the events that follow threaten to destroy their friendship.

A collection of six tales drawn from the myths and legends of Asia and the Far East.

The story of real-life witches through the ages.

Two children of a North African soldier are taken captive in a raid on their village by the Roman army and are sold into slavery.