Philip Wilkinson

"In 1961 the President of the United States made a pledge that America would send a man to the Moon before the end of the 1960s. Here is the story of the final stage of that race against time".

Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies around the world. Here is an intriguing and captivating introduction to the culturally diverse world of mythology. Photographs of masks, jewelry, and sculptures offer a unique view of mythology and its gods, heroes, and monsters.

Explores myths, legends, and sacred stories from ancient cultures, examining their origins and why they are still relevant.

Introduces key topics in history to young readers.

Provides information on daily life in medieval castles, their different architectural styles, and the ways in which they were attacked and defended.