Mostrando títulos en Civilizaciones Antiguas

Han Li thinks he is the smartest poet and most talented painter in China. His master, Lin Cho, tries to warn him about his arrogance, but Han Li does not listen. When Lin Cho becomes ill before he can finish his painting for the emperor, what will Han Li do?

When Prince Rishi sees a horse on the hill, he knows that King Porus' army is coming to take over his father's kingdom. The fearful boy is uncertain what the future will hold for himself, his family, and the tall, proud horse.

The Witch Who Faced the Fire: Follow young Ardith Hutton on her journey as a cunning man's apprentice, learning magical cures for diseases and pains. But are they really magical? Does Ardith have the ability to cure the villagers when they seek out her assistance? They might just accuse her of witchcraft... The Lord Who Lost His Head: With royalty, bandits, blacksmiths and gold coins, this tale is packed with humour and trickery. Local village girl Marian needs to play it safe and smart; her family and the village are counting on her.

From the "Unsung Heroes of the Bible" series comes the inspiring true story of the young scribe who risked everything to preserve God's word. While most children know about the prophet Jeremiah, few have heard of Baruch ben Neriah—the faithful scribe who stood beside him through persecution, imprisonment, and exile. In "Baruch the Faithful Scribe," middle grade readers discover how one ordinary young man's dedication to accuracy and truth helped preserve the very words of God for future generations. When King Jehoiakim burns Jeremiah's prophecies, Baruch must rewrite every word while ...

Tungar is a smart, but proud and vain boy. He dreams of being a general for the warrior king Asoka. Will the king want Tungar by his side? Or is he looking for a different sort of warrior?

Marcus and the Emperor’s Coin is an exciting adventure in the ancient Roman Empire at the time of Christ. Eight-year-old Marcus and his father are on a mission for the emperor and visit a mine and a mint where coins are made. Marcus himself makes a denarius, a coin with the emperor’s image.

Ancient Egyptian healer and scribe Sesha is ready for another role: spy.

A boy. A wolf. A legend for all time. The sixth book in the internationally bestselling WOLF BROTHER (Chronicles of Ancient Darkness) series by renowned author Michelle Paver. Audio edition read by Sir Ian McKellen. As winter approaches and Souls' Night draws near, the Eagle Owl Mage holds the...

Mitra and her little brother, Babak, are beggars in the city of Rhagae, scratching out a living as best as they can with what they can beg for–or steal. But Mitra burns with hope and ambition, for she and Babak are not what they seem. They are of royal blood, but their father’s ill-fated...

An unforgettable story of magic, art, and an orphan who yearns to belong.From the author of the best-selling Kid Detective Zet Series and the award-winning I Escaped Series comes a thrilling, ancient Egyptian adventure for kids age 8-14. Every kid will be inspired by this heart-warming 'rags to riches' Cinderella-story. In the heart of Ancient Egypt, Ramses is anything but an ordinary boy. He has a knack for drawing that brings his creations to life-literally. He's more than just an orphan; he's a boy touched by magic. But not everyone sees his gift as a blessing. His caretakers refuse to ...

Die erste Klassenfahrt! Mit seiner Geschichtslehrerin, Frau Kaufmann, seinen Freunden Yannick und Anna und der gesamten Klasse fährt Fred eine Woche lang in die Türkei. Entlang der türkischen Westküste wollen sie die Hinterlassenschaften der alten Griechen besichtigen. Denn vor über 2.000 Jahren gehörte diese Gegend noch zum antiken Griechenland. Und griechische Städte wie Ephesos, Milet und Pergamon sind bis heute weltberühmt.

The war between the shadowy cabal that seeks to gain control of the entire land and those who hope to stop the spread of chaos and lawlessness is engulfing city after city. The growing number of atrocities and death convinces Ammon-shur that there has to be a better way to combat the violence than with violence of his own. He travels from Sumeria to Elam and Egypt, seeking allies for his cause while doing his best to cut off the supplies that are feeding and equipping his enemies.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a Magical Adventure That Celebrates Curiosity and Discovery! When a Viking longship crashes through the hedge and Leif Erikson himself steps onto their neighborhood street, seven-year-old Imani and her eight-year-old friends Tommy and Maya know they're in for an extraordinary day. Armed with mysterious magical objects and guided by their insatiable curiosity, the three young adventurers embark on an epic journey to the Realm of Curious Wonders. Perfect for Young Readers Ages 6-9 Who Love: • Magical adventures with relatable characters • Stories that blend ...

Untouched for thousands of years, Australia continues to host some of the oldest and most captivating cultures on our planet to this very day: those of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. By the close of the 18th century and within a mere few decades, colonization abruptly terminates a way of life as ancient as the world itself, rupturing traditions and propelling entire communities into warfare, decline, and hopelessness. However, to the south of the expansive Australian continent, a vast and isolated island endures an even more dreadful fate: the utter vanishing of its ...

A distinguished senator has gone into hiding after being accused of treachery, leaving his family to fend for themselves. His elder son Quintus has become a gladiator, while young Lucius works as a servant in the gladiator school. When the gladiator troupe is sent to Pompeii to take part in the games, Lucius is befriended by Valens, the sponsor of the games, who offers to help him find his father. Meanwhile, strange rumblings and tremors are felt in the town, and a seer is warning that the ‘end of days’ is approaching.

PERCY JACKSON meets ERAGON in the new epic saga from bestseller Peter Lerangis. “A high-octane mix of modern adventure and ancient secrets… I can’t wait to see what’s next” Rick Riordan The day after twelve-year-old Jack McKinley is told he has six months to live, he awakens on a...

The Gold in the Grave A group of thieves plot to rob Tutankhamen's tomb of its vast wealth. If they succeed, it'll be the greatest robbery in history. If they fail, the consequences are severe... The Magic and the Mummy When the pharaoh dies, it's Neria's job to mummify his cat. The trouble is, the cat is still alive. Can Neria find a way to save the cat without being caught and punished?

Joe Hopkins isn't expecting to go anywhere. It's the first day of the summer holidays and he's fed up. His dad has moved out, and he doesn't know what he's going to do with himself for the next six weeks. But while visiting Fishbourne Roman Palace, he slips through time by mistake and finds himself in a world where nothing is quite as he expects. He meets Lucy, the duaghter of the most important man in Britannia, who soon becomes his friend and protector. But as he quickly discovers, there is someone else who wants to get rid of him at any cost.

Young Bezalel is different from the other Israelite slaves in Egypt. He loves to collect stones, bugs, bits of string - these all seem beautiful to him. He keeps everything in his Beautiful Things Box and takes it with him everywhere. As the Israelites wander in the desert, God asks them to build a very special house - and Bezalel may be the only one who can create something beautiful enough to honor God.

Queen Sati rules her city with wisdom and grace. She has the respect of her people, knowledge of the gods, and faith that her plans to lead them into a brighter tomorrow are ready to take place. Ahm is a teen coming into her own. Living near the market square of the city with her mother, the girl’s insight, compassion, and beauty has everyone she comes in contact with seeing her as a jewel of Egypt. When a chance encounter between the two turns into a friendship, both will be tested beyond what they could have imagined, or wanted.