Alice Roberts goes in search of the Celts and their treasures in a narrative history to accompany a new BBC series. We know a lot about the Roman Empire. The Romans left monuments to their glories and written histories charting the exploits of their heroes. But there was another ancient people in Europe—feared warriors with chariots, iron swords, exquisite jewellery,...

This is the story of the fall of an Empire – and the rise of another. Who spread Christianity, how, and why? In her quest to find the answer, Professor Alice Roberts takes us on a gripping investigative journey. From a secluded valley in south Wales to the shores of Brittany; from the heart of the Roman Empire in a...

An extraordinary journey through the ancient past of Britain, told through the stories of seven burial sites. By leveraging cutting-edge advancements in genetics and archaeological discoveries, Professor Alice Roberts illuminates our understanding of modern life through the lens of history. "This is a terrific, timely and transporting book - taking us heart, body and mind beyond history, to the fascinating...

The Sunday Times No. 1 Bestseller Chosen by Waterstones as one of their Best History Books of 2024 'Compulsive . . . A wonderful display of how modern archaeology can bring hidden histories to life' Daily Telegraph 'Gripping . . . I found it hard to put down' Evening Standard ‘Fascinating’ Guardian The history of the Middle Ages is typically...

'From your brain to your fingertips, you emerge from her book entertained and with a deeper understanding of yourself' — Richard Dawkins 'A masterful account of why our bodies are the way they are . . . this book really shines . . . Roberts's lightness of touch is joyous, and celebratory' — Observer 'Witty, personal and above all informed...

A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ‘Tender, fascinating … Lucid and illuminating’ Robert Macfarlane Funerary rituals show us what people thought about mortality; how they felt about loss; what they believed came next. From Roman cremations and graveside feasts, to deviant burials with heads rearranged, from richly furnished Anglo Saxon graves to the first Christian burial grounds in Wales, Buried provides an...

The new book by Sunday Times bestselling author of Ancestors and Buried - the final instalment in Professor Alice Roberts' acclaimed trilogy. In her previous two bestsellers, Professor Alice Roberts powerfully and evocatively revived people of the past through examining their burial rites, bringing a fresh perspective on how they lived. In Crypt, Professor Roberts brings us face to face...

Embark on an epic journey, in the jaw-dropping adventure to the bestselling and highly acclaimed Wolf Road, based on real archaeological discoveries, from award‑winning historian and television presenter, Alice Roberts. 'A fine storyteller' Philip Pullman The seasons are changing and Tuuli, along with her faithful wolf cub, Lupa, is on the move. Leaving her tribe behind, she sets out across...

Create beautifully intricate designs with this Spirograph Neon Set. The distinctive wheels and rings of Spirograph have inspired and delighted generations of budding designers. This bright, fun Neon set includes: 7 precision Spiro wheels in varying sizes and dazzling colours 5 Neon art markers 10 sheets of design paper A storage tray A 10-page design guidebook Suitable for ages 8+...

Window Designer - Bring amazing spiral Spirograph designs to your windows and mirrors! New Window Designer Tool - Press and hold the Window Designer tool firmly against a surface, and the Cyclex wheel makes it simple to draw intricate spiral designs! Can be compatible with other wet-erase markers. Fun for Kids - This Spirograph set is perfect for kids ages...

Spirograph Scratch & Shimmer Drawing Design Set allows you to create amazing Spirograph art with this scratch design set. Use the stylus tool with glitter wheel and gears to scratch designs on the special sparkle or rainbow scratch paper. You can also use your own pens to draw Spirograph designs on regular paper. The set includes: Drawing stylus Deluxe non-slip...

Honour his legacy with the greatest gift of all—his story. The Official Hear Your Story Collection Your dad's story is more than just memories—it's a journey filled with wisdom, experiences, and defining moments that shaped his life. Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story is a guided journal that gives him the chance to share those stories in his own...

Make amazing Spirograph designs that appear to jump off the page with Spirograph 3D! Create endless dimensional designs thanks to the special design pads, blue and red coloured pens, and two sets of 3D glasses! Spirograph 3D is the classic way to make amazing 3D designs! Contents: 9 Spirograph Pieces, 0.17 oz (5g) Putty, 2 Pairs of 3D Glasses, 3...

For real life - Bluey and her family have landed! This Bluey Tonie Set includes Bluey, Bingo, and Muffin, each packed with their very best adventures. From Grannies and Duck Cake disasters to Bin Night, Takeaway trouble, and full-on Muffin mayhem, there’s something for every kind of little listener. Expect big laughs, big feelings, and a few “trifficult” moments along...

Get ready for an incredible thrill-packed journey across the world with the second edition of Lonely Planet Kids The Travel Book. Continent by continent, this exciting hardcover book takes children through every country on Earth. Did you know that: Canada is home to around 2 million lakes? The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is so big that it can be...

Fiddlies, 3D printed animals, to fiddle with! Price is for one Fiddlie Design is sent randomly