Richard Platt

"This book presents information about men and women spies throughout history as well as about the tools and equipment they used in espionage and intelligence service. You can also be an eyewitness to some of the world's most shadowy characters, and get the inside scoop on the ingenious gadgets that real-life spies have used to gather and send information without getting caught." --Publisher's description.

Traces humanity's fascination with mountains and mountaineering, focusing specificially on historic expeditions to Mount Everest.

"Describes sports and recreational activities throughout history, some of which were and are dangerous or even deadly"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes changing ideas of fashion and beauty through history and around the world"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes humans' food choices, preparations, and mealtime etiquette over the course of history"--Provided by publisher.

A brief history of the Aztec Indians including their way of life, religion, and rulers.

A historical account of Julius Caesar, covering his personal life, political career, assassination, and the Rome of his time.

The fictional diary of a ten-year-old boy who, in 1716 sets off from North Carolina to become a sailor, but ends up a pirate instead.