Discovery Legends

Palmyre. A city of questions and a family short on answers. And foremost on everyone’s mind is the question that matters most: Where is Grandpa Jack? After a long and arduous journey, the Sullivan family has made it to Palmyre. The initial joy over their reunion soon fades, however, when Grandpa Jack fails to arrive. With no way of seeking him out, they turn their attention to surviving in a town far different from anything they have experienced before.

They’re widely known as raiders, pirates, invaders, and savages, but despite their fearsome reputation (or perhaps because of it), Vikings continue to fascinate us today. And it’s not hard to see why. They were brave, rebellious, and fierce fighters—plus, based on Hollywood’s portrayals, they were quite good-looking. While media highlights their violence and toughness, there’s more to the Viking culture than just conquering lands. The Vikings were not just warriors but also traders, explorers, and lawmakers....

Introducing "American History: The Legends that Shaped the USA" a riveting exploration of the rich and fascinating early history of the United States. This book takes you on a journey through the remarkable stories of American legends, from the birth of the country, through Westward expansion, wars, and political scandals. It delves into the lives of heroes, leaders, and presidents who played pivotal roles in shaping America's history, making it the great country it is today. Are you interested in exploring the rich and fascinating early history of the United States? This book takes you on ...

In 1541, the brutal conquistador Gonzalo Pizarro and his well-born lieutenant Francisco Orellana set off from Quito in search of La Canela, South America's rumored Land of Cinnamon, and the fabled El Dorado, "the golden man". Driving an enormous retinue of mercenaries, enslaved natives, horses, hunting dogs, and other animals across the Andes, they watched their proud expedition begin to disintegrate even before they descended into the nightmarish jungle, following the course of a powerful river.

A detailed, illustrated exploration of 20 of the world's greatest mysteries. Go back in time and history and explore the wonders that have captured man's imagination for centuries. Be dazzled by a manuscript still undeciphered, an oasis in the desert abandoned, a legendary island lost, and a forgotten city rediscovered. Learn about the first computer, listen to the myths and legends, and visit cryptic sanctuaries beyond imagination. Crisscross the globe for answers, consider possibilities, and marvel at the ingenuity of past cultures and civilizations. Are they mysteries, lessons, or warnings?

When a young boy finds a mysterious object in the creek near his home, his parents launch an investigation that will eventually link the ancient object to such remarkable figures as George Washington Carver, Oskar Shindler, Joan of Arc, and Alfred Vanderbilt. Separate pieces of the artifact, with different but similar inscriptions, shape the lives of those who possess the object.

The Aldens are spending their first week of summer at Camp Quest in Colorado. The children are excited to learn about fossil-hunting and paleontology from renowned scientist Dr. Iris Perez. But strange events at the camp make them wonder if the legends of a bigfoot-like creature roaming the valley might be more fact than fiction. Can the Aldens help Dr. Iris figure out who - or what - is causing such a stir?

Behind the legend of Admiral Richard E. Byrd lies a stranger, colder, and far more human story than the myths suggest. From early naval ambition and the rise of polar aviation to the frozen outpost of Little America, Byrd traces the life of one of America’s most famous explorers. Richard E. Byrd became a national hero through daring flights, Antarctic expeditions, radio broadcasts, scientific missions, and the dream of conquering the last blank spaces on the map. But his legacy is not simple. This book follows Byrd through his disputed 1926 North Pole flight, his celebrated South Pole ...

Reaching the top of the world in 1953 was one of the most significant achievements in the history of human endurance.

Spanning a million years of history, the mysteries in this book include fabled relics, legendary cities, mythical species, and undeciphered languages that have bedeviled seekers for centuries.

Are dinosaur real? What is the place where most of the dinosaurs found? What was their favourite food? Are dinosaur birds? Which Dinosaurs had feathers? Can dinosaurs fly? Can they swim? How did dinosaurs look? There are over 100 answers you find in the book regarding dinosaurs Grab the book !!! The book starts with a brief history of dinosaurs—various periods such as the Triassic Period where dinosaurs come into existence. The Jurassic period was a golden age of dinosaurs and the Cretaceous Period, which was their last period after which they became extinct. The book includes the ...

A derelict stately home holds a chilling secret. What starts as a chance discovery turns into an obsession for James, as he seeks to understand the mystery contained in the bowels of Marlin Hall. A tale of stasis chambers, the Antichrist and an angry giant. A bitesized horror read, and part of a new series.

Crockett is the ultimate American backwoods legend. Actor Nicolas Cage narrates this lively tale, which follows the original ring-tailed roarer of the western woods through a series of outlandish adventures, including his campaign for Congress and the Battle of the Alamo, where he literally brags himself into American history.

Mysterious Polynesia: The Myths, Legends, and Mysteries of the Polynesians chronicles some of these remarkable stories, as well as lingering mysteries across the region. You will learn about Polynesia like never before.

Attention, knowledgeable people with pressing needs! Are you prepared to travel from the depths of ancient deserts to the furthest reaches of the universe? Rest certain that this book will serve as your ticket into the fascinating world of travel. We're delving into the exploits of history's most courageous explorers, and guess what? Their stories are more than just stories; they are epic sagas that have influenced how we view the universe. Imagine yourself on a ship with Captain James Cook, exploring the vast oceans in search of undiscovered islands and cultures. How about travelling the ...

El Capitán: José Francisco Ortega and the Birth of California sweeps you onto a saddle beside the little-known scout who changed the map of the American West—then asks why you’ve never heard his name. Ride shotgun on Spain’s last great gamble. Feel fog sting your cheeks as Ortega becomes the first European to glimpse the vast, hidden harbor we now call San Francisco Bay—and watch an empire pivot on his hastily penciled sketch. Build a frontier—in real time. March into wildfire heat, mix adobe alongside Chumash brickmakers, and raise the guns of Santa Barbara’s presidio before ...

Princess Enhle of the Ngoni people is known throughout the kingdom as "the beautiful one"—a prize to be won at the annual village fair, where warriors compete for the right to court her. But behind her royal bearing lies a spirit yearning to be seen for who she truly is, not merely admired for her face. When she encounters a mysterious young man named Thulani in the forbidden Ukhozi hills, she feels an instant connection—a recognition that transcends tradition and expectation. Before she can learn more about this stranger who looks at her as though she is not a prize but a person, chaos...

Camping in the north woods, fishing, boating and hiking all suddenly become commonplace experiences to the members of the Sugar Creek Gang as they learn about the rites of Chippewa burial ceremonies from a real live Indian. But that is not all that happens as they visit the Indian cemetery.

The jungle kept its secrets. It always had. But some secrets refuse to stay buried. When a scientific expedition vanishes without a trace in the uncharted depths of the Javari Valley, elite recovery specialist Dylan Hale gets the call. The mission is simple: get in, find the researchers, and get out. But the deep rainforest is hiding more than missing scientists. Deep within a pre-Columbian ruin built not for worship, but for containment, an apex predator has awakened. Engineered for slaughter and equipped with active camouflage that makes it practically invisible in the canopy, it doesn't ...

Ari, a curious and sensitive young girl, arrives with her parents on Tashirojima, a magical island in Japan known as the Island of Cats, where thousands of adorable felines roam freely through alleys and harbors, greeting visitors with their affectionate presence and creating an atmosphere both unique and enchanting. But something is wrong. The island is wrapped in an eerie silence, and the tourists seem to have mysteriously vanished. Driven by an irresistible urge to uncover the truth, Ari follows the cats through hidden alleyways and forgotten shrines until she meets Emi, an enigmatic ...