Matthew Graham

Absolutely Absurd History turns real events into laugh-out-loud adventures for curious kids aged 6-12. With hilarious stories, unbelievable facts, and full-color illustrations on every page, it's a history book that even reluctant readers can't put down. Inside, readers will discover a series of engaging short stories which include: Ancient Absurdities - From naked geniuses and sticky royal servants to emperors with seashell armies, meet the most eccentric figures of the ancient world. Royal Rascals and Ridiculous Rulers - Be glad these kings and queens aren't in charge anymore. Expect exploding cakes, pineapple parades, beard taxes, and royal waistline worries. The Wild World of America - Sail with "ugly mermaids," survive Benjamin Franklin's shocking experiments, and meet a president with a noisy pet parrot. Far-Flung Fiascos - Journey across time and continents for exploding samurai, marathon runners who never stopped running, and a war that humans actually lost-to emus. European Escapades - From dancing plagues and stinking rivers to bunny armies and crooked towers, explore Europe's most ridiculous moments. Every page is packed with real stories, wild facts, heroic fails, and unbelievable events, brought to life through bright, funny artwork that keeps kids entertained and learning. Why kids (and families) love it: Makes history exciting and accessible for ages 6-12 Encourages reading confidence with engaging, easy-to-follow text Ideal for both independent and family reading A perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, or classrooms Perfect for both curious fact lovers and reluctant readers, this collection proves that history can be every bit as entertaining as fiction.

This textbook offers a critical introduction to the study of Africa, drawing on scholarship from a range of academic disciplines. A comprehensive discussion of the continent’s geography and history provides a backdrop to broad-ranging coverage of its social, economic, political and cultural composition as well as its future prospects. Moreover, moving beyond the all-too-common tendency to view Africa as a single, homogeneous entity, Graham provides a nuanced overview that challenges preconceptions and stereotypes. Written in a sophisticated yet accessible style, and supported by a range of pedagogical features, this book introduces undergraduate students from a range of different disciplinary backgrounds to the contemporary study of Africa.

This textbook offers a critical introduction to the study of Africa, drawing on scholarship from a range of academic disciplines. A comprehensive discussion of the continent’s geography and history provides a backdrop to broad-ranging coverage of its social, economic, political and cultural composition as well as its future prospects. Moreover, moving beyond the all-too-common tendency to view Africa as a single, homogeneous entity, Graham provides a nuanced overview that challenges preconceptions and stereotypes.Written in a sophisticated yet accessible style, and supported by a range of pedagogical features, this book introduces undergraduate students from a range of different disciplinary backgrounds to the contemporary study of Africa.

This book provides a theory-to-practice breakdown of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and what its implications are for health and social care workers. Informative and accessible, it provides a clear depiction of the ethos behind the Act and offers instruction for its effective, lawful and person-centred application. This practical guide describes how to assess capacity and what a good assessment of capacity should look like, how to deal with conflicts and dilemmas, and the role of legal authority in decision-making. A Practical Guide to the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is an invaluable resource for any health and social care professionals working with individuals who lack decision-making capacity.