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Arctic Tale is a moving photographic companion book to the acclaimed National Geographic film from the creators of March of the Penguins. Adapted by Donnali Fifield from the film's narration, this large-format hardcover tells the gripping parallel stories of Nanu the polar bear cub and Seela the walrus pup as they grow up in a rapidly changing frozen world. Across 160 pages of stunning, intimate wildlife photography, the book explores the unbreakable bonds between animal mothers and their young as they face the harsh realities of the frozen north. Blending narrative storytelling with ecological education, this volume is perfect for nature lovers, conservationists, and family libraries.

Author: Donnali Fifield Et.al

**Minor edge-wear/corner scuffs, contents very good condition

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Bring the magic of classic folklore into your home with Grimm's Fairy Tales, beautifully retold and colorfully illustrated by the beloved children's book artist Val Biro. This delightful hardcover anthology features eight cherished stories from the Brothers Grimm, including Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The Bremen Town Musicians, Hansel and Gretel, and The Elves and the Shoemaker. Written in an engaging, accessible style perfect for bedtime reading or early readers, the book is brought to life by vibrant, whimsical illustrations on every single page. A wonderful addition to any family library or children's book collection.

Author: Retold & Illustrated By Val Biro

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This vintage 1986 volume features traditional Irish folklore retold by Neil Philip, but its true magic lies in the artwork. The book is entirely illustrated using the surviving hand-painted glass slides created by 1890s amateur naturalist Henry Underhill for his Victorian magic lantern shows. The narrative follows Guleesh, a quiet youth who gets swept up by fairies on an airborne journey to rescue a French princess. 

Author: Retold by Neil Philip

**A previous child owner has systematically numbered every single page in pencil :)

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This beautifully curated, hardcover treasury brings together a rich collection of classic folklore and beloved stories, including Hans Christian Andersen's "Thumbelina" and "It's Perfectly True!", alongside perennial favorites like "Cinderella," "Snow White and Rose Red," and "The Ugly Duckling." Specially tailored for families, this volume also uniquely features regional additions such as "Van Hunks and his Pipe" and "The Zulu Twins." Each story is brought to life with enchanting, full-color vintage illustrations that capture the imagination of young readers. 

Author: Edited by Belle Becker Sideman

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Bring the magic of bedtime stories alive with this wonderful Disney Magical Tales 2-book hardcover boxed set, an exclusive collection published by Innovage. This substantial family treasury includes two beautifully illustrated volumes: Charming Tales and Enchanted Tales. Together, they showcase sixteen timeless stories adapted directly from classic animated masterpieces, including 101 Dalmatians, Beauty and the Beast, The Jungle Book, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan, Pocahontas, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, Cinderella, Mulan, and Tarzan. Every story is packed with vibrant, full-page animations capturing iconic movie moments.

Author: Disney

**Please Note** The box has wear. The books are in excellent condition except that the fly leaf in each book was cut out by the previous owner. All other pages are untouched and beautiful. Overall condition is thus rated as good.

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Delight in the nostalgia of classic storytelling with All-Colour Fairy Tales, beautifully retold by Jane Carruth and published by Hamlyn. This enchanting 1977 vintage hardcover compilation features six of the world's most beloved stories: Cinderella, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Snow-White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, The Sleeping Beauty, and Little Red Riding Hood. Every page is brought to life with magnificent, detailed full-color vintage illustrations by renowned illustrators Elisabeth and Gerald Embleton. With its large, inviting format and striking pictorial cover art, this beautifully preserved treasury is an ideal addition to a family collection or a wonderful nostalgic find for vintage book collectors.

Author: Retold by Jane Carruth

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This educational book focuses on Christopher Columbus (1451–1506) and his historic voyage. While searching for a western route to the Spice Islands, Columbus instead opened up the "New World" of America to European colonists. Through easy-to-read text and vivid full-color illustrations, this volume gives young readers a clear look at how Columbus navigated, what daily life was like on board his ships, his eventual landing in the West Indies, and the treasures he brought back to Europe.

Author: Fiona Clarke

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This educational book focuses on a great civilization, dealing intimately with the everyday life of ordinary people. It not only tells us how the ancient Greeks thought and lived in the fifth century BC, but it also presents some of the physical evidence on which our historical knowledge is based. The lively, stimulating text covers topics ranging from the busy life of the Greek woman at home to the craftsman in his workshop, the farmer toiling on the land, and the drudgery of slaves in the silver-mines. Readers will explore discussions at the assembly in the agora, the packed, sun-filled stadium at Olympia, the dark mysteries of the oracle at Delphi, and the crowded drama competitions at Epidaurus. Integrated with detailed artwork reconstructions, archaeological diagrams, maps, and photographs.

Author: Judith Crosher

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Get ready... to retire from your life as a soldier. As a loyal subject of the lord you have served for many years, you have become his castle jailer. You are about to enter a medieval dungeon.

It's Horrible!

Top Tips from Experts: • Make friends with castle guards and night watchmen – you will need their help if a prisoner escapes. • Make your prisoners pay to see their visitors – it's a good way to get rich! • Use your knowledge to advise builders on how to create secure prisons.

Great for homeschooling and school history projects!

Author: Fiona MacDonald

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This engaging educational volume brings the world of the pharaohs to life by pairing rich historical insights with entertaining look-and-find puzzle challenges on every page spread. Young historians will explore detailed, full-color panoramic illustrations—from the construction of the Great Pyramids and busy Nile trade ports to royal palaces, mummification workshops, and grand funeral processions. While learning about Queen Hatshepsut, sacred tombs, and ancient burial customs, children are challenged to hunt for hidden objects, count golden artifacts, and spot humorous historical anomalies (like finding objects that belong to a pirate hidden in a pharaoh's court!). Great for visual learners, school history projects, or homeschooling.

Author: Scott Barker

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This engaging educational volume brings the Middle Ages to life by combining rich historical facts with entertaining look-and-find puzzle challenges on every page spread. Young readers will explore detailed, full-color illustrations of European fortresses, jousting tournaments, and villages under siege while hunting for hidden objects, counting shields, and spotting historical anomalies (like items that wouldn't have existed in medieval times). Tracing castle life from layout defenses to daily activities inside the great hall, this interactive treasury is an exceptional tool for keeping visual learners and primary school students highly engaged during history projects or homeschooling lessons. 

Author: Scott Barker

**The cover edges are scuffed, but the contents is in excellent condition. 

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This exciting book is filled with stories and facts you have never heard before. It invites readers to uncover the mysteries of the Great Pyramid and read the fascinating stories behind the construction of wonders such as the Colossus of Rhodes and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. Complete with "Word Wizards," fact files, and amazing information about the wonders that did not make the final list, this volume is a must-have for your very own library.

Author: Robert Frederick (Publisher)

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Anastasia's Album brings history to life by compiling the actual personal letters, diaries, and photographs of Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov. Fondly remembered by her tutor as the "imp of the house," Anastasia's lively personality shines through her cozy family tradition of scrapbooking and hand-coloring black-and-white snapshots. Compiled by Canadian historian Hugh Brewster from long-hidden Moscow state archives, this book traces her journey from a happy childhood in glittering palaces to her family's final exile. Filled with original photographs and her own childhood artwork, it offers an authentic portrait of her remarkable life.

Author: Hugh Brewster

**Note: Small patch of old price-sticker residue on the front cloth board under the jacket. Otherwise in excellent condition.

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Embark on the ultimate global journey with The Michael Palin Collection—a special omnibus volume gathering six complete BBC travelogues by beloved adventurer Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days, Pole to Pole, Full Circle, Hemingway Adventure, Sahara, and Himalaya. From scorching desert dunes and frozen polar ice to mountain treks across 17 countries, Palin pairs his signature warmth and sharp humor with vivid global storytelling. Richly illustrated throughout with brilliant full-color photography by Basil Pao and Fraser Barber, this single volume covers Palin's most famous BBC expeditions, making it an essential armchair companion for nature, culture, and geography lovers.

Author: Michael Palin

**Note: The box shows mild scuffing and edge-wear, but is structurally sound. The books are in very good to excellent condition. 

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The Looting of the Iraq Museum, Baghdad: The Lost Legacy of Ancient Mesopotamia documents the April 2003 destruction and theft of priceless antiquities spanning 10,000 years of human history. Published in 2005 by Harry N. Abrams, Inc., this volume traces the history of ancient Mesopotamia from prehistory to the advent of Islam through chapters written by international archaeologists. Lavishly illustrated with 190 color photographs, the book reconstructs the museum's lost collection—including famous artifacts like the Warka Vase, the Akkadian Victory Stela, and the Nimrud Gold. A vital record of archaeology, history, and cultural preservation.

Author: Edited By: Milbry Polk & Angela M. H. Schuster

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