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The Palace of Versailles

1999
Describes the building of the extravagant palace at Versailles in its historical context, particularly as a reflection of the personality and influence of Louis XIV.

Thanksgiving on Plymouth Plantation

2004
Twins Liz and Lenny, along with their time-traveling grandmother, visit Plymouth Plantation to see how the Pilgrims lived and to celebrate a big feast with the Pilgrims and Native Americans.

Pocahontas 1595-1617

2003
Discusses the life and people of Pocahontas, her involvement with the Jamestown settlers, her trip to England, and her death. Includes activities, sidebars, a map, and a timeline.

The King's day

Louis XIV of France
1989
A day in the life of France's King Louis XIV, focusing on the elaborate ceremonies which took place when he dressed in the morning, ate his meals, conducted affairs of state, entertained, and finally, when he prepared to go to bed at night.

You wouldn't want to be a Salem witch!

bizarre accusations you'd rather not face
2009
Provides information about the Salem Witch hunts and trial through the fictional description of the experiences of a young girl who is accused of being a witch.

Shakespeare's London

2003
A visitors' guide to London in 1604, including what to see, where to stay, and where to eat, with sidebars on such topics as proper etiquette, famous residents, and student life at Oxford.

The Last Musketeer:

Traitor's Chase
2012
"When the Musketeers pursue the dangerous Michel Dinicoeur to Spain, they're ambushed at every turn, causing them to suspect that there may be a traitor within their own ranks"--Provided by publisher.

Double cross

2013
"When Greg and the Musketeers return to Paris and find the city under siege, they leap into action to prevent King Louis from being overthrown and history from being changed forever"--Provided by publisher.

Plymouth

surviving the first winter
2002
Describes the hardships endured by the pilgrims of the Plymouth Colony during the winter of 1620-21, their first on American soil.

The Pilgrims before the Mayflower

2002
Describes the lives of the Separatists in England and Holland leading up to their departure for America in 1620.

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