El Arbol Orgulloso

Written in a vivid and accessible style, this history book addressed to young readers focuses on one of the most relevant periods in Mexican history: that of the country's strife for independence from Spain. In addition to its descriptive historical account, the book includes charts, illustrations, and a timeline of main events from 1808 through 1821 that help make the information even more entertaining and clear for children.

For thousands of years, militaries around the world were limited to male soldiers. However, throughout history, brave women have stepped out of the background and onto the battlefield. This biographical text covers the important women who’ve broken ground in the military. Famous historical figures such as Joan of Arc, Clara Barton, and Florence Nightingale are covered in depth, while the stories of modern-day heroes are presented to show how women are still affecting change on the front lines. A comprehensive timeline, fact boxes, and historical and modern images complete this...

El siglo XVII constituye un periodo clave en la historia de España, de Europa y del mundo. El monarca Felipe IV se inclina con mayor facilidad a los juegos y entretenimientos de toda ralea, mientras que el reino desfallece en malogradas batallas contra los ingleses y los franceses en lidia para arrebatar las riquezas del Nuevo Mundo. La historia de España se nos desvela bajo un prisma original, que gira alrededor de los personajes retratados por el gran pintor don DiegoVelázquez. En medio de la vida disoluta del Alcázar, la infantita Margarita recorre salas y corredores protegida con el...

A stinky look at the history of personal hygiene reveals fascinating facts, such as the invention of the toilet, how many times Queen Elizabeth I had a bath, how the first sewers were built, and much more.