Warriors : all the truth, tactics, and triumphs of history's greatest fighters / James Harpur.
Warriors : all the truth, tactics, and triumphs of history's greatest fighters / James Harpur.
By
:
Harpur, James.
Publication Date
:
2007
Publication Information
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London : Carlton,
Physical Description
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1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill.
Subject Term
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Military history -- Juvenile literature.
Military art and science -- History -- Juvenile literature.
Soldiers -- History -- Juvenile literature.
Toy and movable books.
Summary
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Highlights celebrated warriors and soldiers from all periods of history. Whether they're fighting single-handed or shoulder-to-shoulder with others in strict formation, warriors have given their lives to win land, cities, and empires. From the ferocious ancient Assryians to the fearsome Zulus, Warriors showcases these celebrated fighters, highlighting their battles, heroisms, weapons, and tactics. Discover how the fearless Spartans were groomed and trained for war from birth, or how Boudicca, Britain's terrifying warrior queen, rose up in revolt against the mighty Roman army. Learn about the bloodthirsty Aztecs and their custom of ripping out the hearts of living sacrificial victims, and enter the mysterious realm of the ninja, masters of stealth and sabotage! Here are the brutal stories of history's legendary warriors. Open these pages and enter a thrilling and savage world.
Language
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English
ISBN
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9781844424283
General Note
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Features pull-outs and fold-out pages.
One col. folded ill. in pocket.
Library | Collection | Collection | Call Number | Status |
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St. John's - Marjorie Mews (SJA) | Juv NFic | Juvenile Non-Fiction | 355.009 HAR | Checked In |