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COVID-19 and Other Pandemics: A Comparison

For most people today, the death and destruction brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented. But a look at the historical record tells a different story. Catastrophic pandemics have occurred throughout history-and many have resulted in economic, political, and cultural upheaval. This book examines pandemics through history and the changes they brought.

COVID-19 Pandemic, The: The World Turned Upside Down

A new, highly contagious coronavirus first emerged in late 2019 in Wuhan, China. Within weeks the virus had infected millions of people worldwide. The illness caused by the virus left a trail of death in its wake as hundreds of thousands of people succumbed to the disease. This book documents the unprecedented events that rocked the nation and the world in 2020. With personal accounts, perspectives from experts, and clear, accessible writing this book presents a vivid picture of the COVID-19 pan

COVID-19: Meeting the Challenge  

COVID-19 is the first major pandemic in more than 100 years. This detailed series explores how the pandemic began and how it was fought around the world-by scientists, governments, and ordinary people. Highly researched facts, colourful pullout details and statistics, and real-life stories will help readers understand the world-changing consequences of the pandemic and how vital it is that the world prepares for the next one now. Useful timelines and analysis give insight into the fast-changing

Craft-a-Day Book, The: 30 Projects to Make with Recycled Materials

YA do-it-yourselfers will find inspiration to create unique craft projects, most of which are made of materials found at home or second-hand. In fact, hunting down the materials for these projects is part of the fun! The thirty projects allow for a mix of levels of difficulty. Crafts included repurposing a crewneck sweater into a cardigan, a purse, or fingerless gloves; turning wrapping paper into origami paper balloons, a flower garland, or a personalized journal; remaking old socks into arm wa

Creating Fantasy Art

This series presents an action-packed guide to drawing all types of fantasy heroes and creatures, containing step-by-step instructions, insider tips used by professionals, and advice on character development, draftsmanship, and colouring artwork. From the Lord of the Rings films to Game of Thrones, interest in the Fantasy genre has never been stronger.

Creative Short Stories

A mummified paw that has the power to grant wishes. A little boy who rides his rocking-horse to find the answers to life and luck. A hunter who becomes the hunted on a primordial island. A young, privileged woman who comes face to face with some harsh realities of life. The newly expanded series offers up these and other classic tales set in a beautiful design. Each book features historical photos and illustrations, as well as a brief author biography and story analysis.

Creative Workshop

Within these volumes, aspiring artists are brought into the studios of professional artists to learn and understand clear strategies and methods for producing quality art. Step-by-step instructions are provided for a variety of projects in each volume. Both beginning and experienced artists will find useful instruction, advice, and inspiration from this series.

Creature Warfare

This series offers an indispensable analysis of the most vicious killers of all: dwarves, elves, and orcs. Born and bred for war, to these creatures, war is life. Beginning with an examination of the fighting methods of the individual warrior, these examinations expand to look at how the creatures do battle within their war bands and in vast armies. Using vivid, illuminating illustrations, the tactics, technology, and strategies of the creature troop types are revealed. Finally, specific key bat

Creatures and Beasts in World Mythology

All the mythologies of peoples around the globe contain fascinating, at times frightening, tales of a wide array animals and monsters. Stories about dragons, for instance, are especially numerous, not only in China, but also Greece, Scandinavia, England, and other parts of the world. Also common are tales about giants, shape-shifters, and flying menaces. This book contains tales about such creatures from the lore of Egypt, China, Greece, northern Europe, Japan, Korea, the United States, and else

Creed

When their car breaks down in the middle of nowhere, Dee, her boyfriend Luke, and Luke's brother, Mike, seek help in the nearby town of Purity Springs. But as they walk the vacant streets, the teens make some disturbing discoveries. The seemingly deserted homes each contain a sinister book with violent instructions on disciplining children. The graveyard is full of unmarked crosses. Worst of all, there's no way to contact the outside world. When Purity Springs' inhabitants suddenly appear, Dee,