DK findout!: Incredible History 8 Books Box Set Ancient Rome, Stone Age, Ancient Egypt, Vikings

DK findout!: Incredible History 8 Books Box Set brings together eight DKfindout! titles that explore key periods, people and cultures from across history. Designed for children who enjoy learning through facts and visuals, the set spans topics from the Stone Age and the ancient world to the two World Wars, alongside themed books on Vikings and pirates.

Across the collection, readers are introduced to each subject through questions and answers, supported by photographs, illustrations and maps. The books cover a wide range of details, from Roman society and architecture to Stone Age tools and early agriculture, as well as major events and experiences connected with World War I and World War II.

Included titles

• DKfindout! Ancient Rome
• Dkfindout! Stone Age
• DKfindout! Ancient Egypt
• Dkfindout! World War I
• Dkfindout! World War II
• DKfindout! Maya, Incas, and Aztecs
• Dkfindout! Vikings
• DKfindout! Pirates

Key details

• Eight-book DKfindout! history box set
• Uses photographs, illustrations and maps throughout
• Includes quizzes and fun facts in DKfindout! Ancient Egypt
• Covers topics from ancient civilisations to World War I and World War II

Synopses

DKfindout! Ancient Rome

Explores Ancient Rome through questions and answers, supported by photographs of artefacts and relics, plus maps and illustrations. It looks at Roman society from slaves to emperors, alongside gods and goddesses, Roman numerals, and architectural features such as domes, columns and arches.

Dkfindout! Stone Age

Introduces how people lived in the Stone Age, with photographs of artefacts and relics, and maps and illustrations showing hunting, communication and migration. It covers the Paleolithic, Mesolithic and Neolithic periods, including developments such as stone tools and weapons and the beginnings of modern agriculture.

DKfindout! Ancient Egypt

Travels back in time to learn about the pharaohs of Egypt, Egyptian hieroglyphs and how the Great Pyramid of Giza was built. It also includes a tour of an Egyptian home and explains how a mummy was made, with fun facts, pictures and quizzes.

Dkfindout! World War I

Covers aspects of World War I from pre-war Europe to women in wartime. It helps children discover what caused the conflict and highlights important battles, with content created for readers eager to learn.

Dkfindout! World War II

Answers key questions about World War II and includes photographs and illustrations of war machines, battlefields and world leaders. Topics include the rise of Nazi Germany, the bombing of Pearl Harbor and life during the war, as well as the Holocaust and D-Day.

DKfindout! Maya, Incas, and Aztecs

Looks at ancient civilisations of the Americas up to the Spanish conquest, including pyramids and mountain cities. It explores Chichen Itza, Machu Picchu and Tenochtitlan, introduces pictures of the Mayan language, and covers the history of chocolate and punishments involving chillis.

Dkfindout! Vikings

Examines the Vikings as warriors and explorers who raided Europe in longships during the Middle Ages. It covers warfare, families, homes, clothes and crafts, and introduces gods from Norse mythology such as Thor and Loki.

DKfindout! Pirates

Explores what pirates ate, life on board a pirate ship, and whether treasure was really buried. It ranges from Viking pirates to Blackbeard, offering a fact-led introduction to pirate history.