Watery Worlds: Polar Seas
Earth is a watery planet. Almost three-quarters of it is covered by oceans, lakes and rivers. This series looks at all t... More
The Wild West
This is a new addition to the popular "True Stories" series. It contains thrilling stories of heroism, bravery and battl... More
The First World War
In 1914, the murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand sparked one of the most destructive conflicts the world had ever seen. T... More
The Story Behind Chocolate
What is the `food of the gods'? How did Aztecs make their chocolate foamy? When were chocolate chip cookies invented? To... More
True Desert Adventure Stories
This title includes four new editions in the popular "True Stories" series, each with an arresting new cover. Each book ... More
True Sea Adventures
Part of the 'Usborne True Stories' series, this book contains thrilling stories of heroism, bravery and battling the odd... More
The Story Behind Silk
How is silk made? Why was the secret of silk kept for so long? What was the Silk Road? To uncover the hidden facts behin... More
The Story Behind Soap
Where does the word "soap" come from? What are the active ingredients in soap? How was soap used in the Middle Ages? To ... More
True Stories: World War One
The book contains nine short stories dealing with different aspects of life during World War I. World War I inc... More
True Stories Spies
Ten short stories of real-life spies which are as exciting and engaging as any work of fiction. Contains tales of stealt... More
True Stories: D-Day
Internet links take readers to recommended websites where they can find out more about D-Day. A new edition to tie in wi... More
True Stories of Second World War - Box Set
A boxed set of three paperback books from the True Stories series: The Blitz, D-Day and The Second World War. Each book ... More
True Stories Gangsters
A riveting collection of true stories exploring the shadowy underworld of organised (and not so organised) crime. Contai... More
True Stories Crime and Detection
Nine true stories of master criminals and the detectives who foiled them - from serial murderers such as the Yorkshire R... More
True Stories Polar Adventures
A collection of true stories of exploration over the icy wastelands of the North and South Poles, including the fated ex... More
True Stories of Pirates
A collection of true stories of piracy, from the first pirates of the Ancient World to the Golden Age of Piracy in the s... More
True Stories Heroes
Thirteen short stories of real-life courage and heroism. From firefighters battling a blazing nuclear reactor, to a heli... More
True Ghost Stories
This title includes four new editions in the popular "True Stories" series, each with an arresting new cover. Each book ... More
True Everest Adventures
This title includes four new editions in the popular "True Stories" series, each with an arresting new cover. Each book ... More
True Stories: Second World War
Published in association with the Imperial War Museums.... More
Book of War Stories: True Stories from the First & Second World Wars
This title recounts some of the most famous tales of intrigue, heroism and adventure of the First and Second World Wars,... More
True Stories of Escape
Eight true stories of daring breakouts from infamous institutions such as Alcatraz and Devil's Island, detailing the ris... More
True Stories of Desert Adventures
Only the toughest creatures can survive in these most arid, inhospitable areas of the world and the people in this colle... More
True Stories Everest Adventures
A collection of real-life stories: extreme cold, perilous danger and daring exploration, including several stories of tr... More
True Stories of Pirates
Part of the 'Usborne True Stories' series, this book contains incredible but true tales of the high seas, from the first... More
The Story Behind Glass
How does lightening form glass? What is obsidian? How is glass recycled? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday thi... More
The Story Behind Rubber
What was the first civilisation to use rubber? How did rubber use develop over the years? What is neoprene? To uncover t... More
The Story Behind Water
What is water? What are the three forms of water? How can we conserve water for the future? To uncover the hidden facts ... More
True Stories of Crime and Detection
This work brings together a collection of true stories on the subject of crime and detection.... More
True Stories of Heroes
This volume contains stories about the men and women whose extraordinary courage has captured the imagination of million... More
True Stories of the World Wars
A fantastic reference book on the two most important conflicts of the 20th Century; World Wars 1 and 2. It provides deta... More
True Stories of Gangsters
Offering an approachable insight into key events of the past, this book contains thrilling true tales of the criminal un... More
True Stories Pack D of 5
This series tells you everything you ever wanted to know about a range of topics, from water and wool to silk and maps. ... More
The Story Behind Coal
Why is coal a rock that burns? How did coal form? When was coal first mined? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday... More
The Story Behind Wool
What are the different types of wool? How was wool used in Medieval Times? What is the future of wool? To uncover the hi... More
The Story Behind Paper
When did the ancient Chinese begin using paper? How did the Industrial Revolution change the paper industry? How is pape... More
The Story Behind Plastic
What are plastics made of? What is Teflon? How is plastic recycled? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday things, ... More
The Story Behind Maps
Who were the first mapmakers? What was the Vinland Map? How will maps change in the future? To uncover the hidden facts ... More
True Stories Pack C of 4
This series tells you everything you ever wanted to know about a range of topics, from water and wool to silk and maps. ... More
True Stories Pack B
This cross-curricular series tells the story of a range of topics drawn from across the curriculum, bringing together as... More
The Story Behind Coal
Why is coal a rock that burns? How did coal form? When was coal first mined? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday... More
The Story Behind Bread
Why does a bagel have a hole in the middle? When did people eat bread made of straw, clay, and tree bark? Who used to be... More
The Story Behind Electricity
How does a lightning rod work? What animals use electricity? Why did Thomas Edison have to build a power station? To unc... More
The Story Behind Cotton
Which country's leader was an expert cotton spinner? Where do people talk about three-coat weather? How many slaves work... More
The Story Behind Oil
Where does oil come from? What is `Greek fire'? How does an oil pump work? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday t... More
The Story Behind Time
How old is Earth? What is a time capsule? How did the Egyptians tell the time? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyd... More
The Story Behind Gold
How much does a gold bar weigh? Why is gold used in computers? Who was Atalhualpa and why was he murdered? To uncover th... More
The Story Behind Gravity
What was Einstein's biggest mistake? How does gravity help us keep fit? What is a wormhole in space? To uncover the hid... More
The Story Behind Diamonds
How do dentists use diamonds? Who sang Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend? What is a blood diamond? To uncover the hidden... More
The Story Behind Salt
Why is the sea salty? Why is it so easy to float in the Dead Sea? Why do people put salt on icy roads? To uncover the hi... More
The Story Behind Toilets
Where can you find a twelve-seater toilet? Why did castle moats smell so disgusting? What was the `Great Stink'? To unco... More
The Story Behind Skyscrapers
How tall is the world's tallest skyscraper? Why is the Leaning Tower of Pisa crooked? Who invented the elevator brake? T... More
Dear Teen Me: Authors Write Letters to Their Teen Selves
Dear Teen Me includes reflections and advice from over 70 YA authors (including Lauren Oliver, Ellen Hopkins, and Na... More
Starting History: World War Two
Discover the events of World War II through an exciting combination of information and step-by-step activities. Simple t... More
True Stories Ghosts
Is there really such a thing as a true ghost story? The strange tales in this book are all based on actual reports by pe... More