Battles (10 Minute Histories)

by Fiona Powers (Illustrator), Emily Allison (Author)

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  Paperback
  2005

  $5.19

  Terrifying battle cries, the deafening boom of cannons and slipping about on your best mate's blood and guts - that was the typical everyday life of a soldier in times gone by. 10 Minute Histories: Battles brings the dramatic history of British battles to life. Cheer the heroes, boo at the dastardly villains and marvel at the horrific conditions soldiers had to fight in. Packed with lavish illustrations, gory stories and quirky facts - from vicious Viking invasions to the famous battle of Hastings - this is history at your fingertips.