Collection: Nonfiction

Introduces students to more sophisticated analysis, a range of critical perspectives and wider contexts. Includes notes on the text, characterisation, themes, critical history, as well as background to Shakespeare's life and theatre

Reveals the many stories behind the stories, offering short chapters, arranged alphabetically, that begin with an intriguing question. Sidebars reveal amusing details, and illustrations add to the appeal. Ages 8+.

Malcolm X became a criminal, a minister, a leader, and eventually an icon, assassinated at the age of 39. This is a biography of his life, capturing the story of one of the most singular forces for social change

Explores every aspect of their music and charts how Mick, Keith and the boys invented rock stardom. From the blues clubs of 60s Chelsea to the world tours and millionaire mansions, has 50 essential songs and the stories behind them. No stone left unturned

From emus to magic puddings, this feast of Australian poems for children is fresh and familiar. Written by grown-ups and kids, with beautiful illustrations, it reveals what is special about growing up in Australia.

This series introduces young readers to various high interest topics from airplanes to space. This title explores the science of volcanoes to kids, including geologic formation, famous volcanoes, predicting eruptions & more.

Scotland's history has been badly served over the years. Defined by its relationship to England, her popular history is full of near-mythical figures & tragic events, a past littered with defeat & thwarted ambition. Some of the myths are exploded.

This is a compilation of memory aids guaranteed to simplify confusing facts. Something for everyone, the book covers a number of different subjects - history to mathematics, mythology to physics, music to the human body and many more

20 questions and answers about turtles that will convince you that they are terrific! You'll know the difference between a turtle and a tortoise, and you'll know why they have shells.- You'll know what sea turtles drink and how very far they travel.