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The Genius of: The Anglo-Saxons Izzi Howell

The Genius of: The Anglo-Saxons By Izzi Howell

The Genius of: The Anglo-Saxons by Izzi Howell


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Summary

Explore the major discoveries, inventions, influence and legacies of key periods in history

The Genius of: The Anglo-Saxons Summary

The Genius of: The Anglo-Saxons: Clever Ideas and Inventions from Past Civilisations by Izzi Howell

Which genius ideas and inventions began with the Anglo-Saxons? What did they develop that we use to this day?

Find out how the Anglo-Saxons farmed their land, built their houses and organised their society. Discover their brilliant developments in defence, law, language and storytelling that have influenced the way we live today.

This book is part of The Genius of series, which looks at the major discoveries, inventions, influences and legacies of key periods of history. Other titles in this series:


The Genius of the Vikings
The Genius of the Romans
The Genius of the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages
The Genius of the Ancient Egyptians
The Genius of the Ancient Greeks
The Genius of the Benin Kingdom
The Genius of the Maya

The Genius of: The Anglo-Saxons Reviews

Learning about the ideas and inventions of past times can show us a lot about history, and further our understanding of earlier civilisations. Children will support KS2 history by doscovering the genius ideas and inventions of the Anglo-Saxons and what we still use from them today. Find out how the Anglo-Saxons farmed their land, built their houses and organised their society. Discover their brilliant developments in defence, law, language and storytelling that have influenced the way we live today. It all helps to bring history alive, showing why it is such a valuable discipline. The information is presented in a variety of forms, making it easy to read and enjoyable. * Parents In Touch *

About Izzi Howell

Izzi Howell is an award-winning author and editor of over fifty children's books. She lives in East Sussex and enjoys learning languages, cooking and travelling around Europe. Her book Cats React to Science Facts was the winner of the Best Laugh Out Loud Book for 6-8 year-olds award at The Lollies and winner of The Royal Society Young People's Book Prize in 2020.

Table of Contents

  • 1: The Anglo-Saxons
  • 2: Kingdoms and Rulers
  • 3: Society
  • 4: Villages
  • 5: Defence
  • 6: Weapons and Armour
  • 7: Trade
  • 8: Laws
  • 9: Old English
  • 10: Food
  • 11: Clothes
  • 12: Art
  • 13: Entertainment
  • 14: Glossary
  • 15: Timeline
  • 16: Index and Further Information

Additional information

GOR013005847
9781445161181
1445161184
The Genius of: The Anglo-Saxons: Clever Ideas and Inventions from Past Civilisations by Izzi Howell
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Hachette Children's Group
2020-04-09
32
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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