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| Author | : Peter MacDonald |
| Publisher | : The History Press |
| Total Pages | : 211 |
| Release | : 2005-10-13 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 0752495496 |
Big Ben is perhaps the most famous clock in the world. Peter Macdonald tells its story, from its conception in the 1830s to its establishment as the national timepiece and the symbol of Britain up to the present day.
| Author | : Chris McKay |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
| Total Pages | : 305 |
| Release | : 2010-05-27 |
| Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
| ISBN | : 0199585695 |
`Big Ben', the great clock and bells at Westminster, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Britain. From the origins of Westminster as the seat of government right up to the celebrations of the Great Clock's 150th anniversary in 2009, this book tells the story of the clock, bells, and tower.
| Author | : Chris McKay |
| Publisher | : OUP Oxford |
| Total Pages | : 296 |
| Release | : 2010-05-27 |
| Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
| ISBN | : 0191615080 |
This book covers the history of 'Big Ben', the great clock and bells at Westminster, from the origins of Westminster as the seat of government right up to the celebrations of the Great Clock's 150th anniversary in 2009. The book begins by taking the reader through a typical visit to the Clock Tower, and then begins the history of the palace of Westminster, covering the fire of 1834, the building of the New Houses of Parliament and development of the clock and the bells, going into detail on their design and installation. The book covers the famous cracking of the current bell Big Ben in 1859, with sketches of all the characters involved, the two world wars, and the disaster of 1976. The book ends with a detailed technical description of the clock mechanism. The book is richly illustrated, and will appeal not only to clockmakers and horologists, but to bell enthusiasts, and those with an interest in our rich Victorian heritage.
| Author | : Caitlind L. Alexander |
| Publisher | : Learning Island |
| Total Pages | : 36 |
| Release | : 2018-03-06 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : |
It is used to show location in hundreds of movies and television shows. Showing an image of this one building immediately lets people know that something is happening in London, England. It is the clock tower, often called Big Ben by the people of the world. Completed in 1859, the clock tower took 34 years to build from the ashes of the fire that destroyed Parliament in 1834. The clock tower and the dials of the clock were designed by Augustus Pugin. It was his last work before going mad and then dying. The actual mechanism for the clock was designed by Edmund Becket Dennison. Strangely, he was not a clockmaker, but a lawyer. Let's learn more about this tower and the things it holds. Do you know: How large are the hands on the clocks? How big is Big Ben? What happened to the clock tower during World War II? How is the clock time adjusted? What happened to the first Big Ben? Find out the answers to these questions and more and amaze your family and friends with these fun facts. Ages 8 and up. All measurements in American and metric. Reading Level: 6.5 LearningIsland.com believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Many books are appropriate for hi-lo readers. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.
| Author | : John Ross |
| Publisher | : Stationery Office Books (TSO) |
| Total Pages | : 17 |
| Release | : 2002 |
| Genre | : Big Ben (Tower clock) |
| ISBN | : 9780117029743 |
Big Ben is an instantly recognisable symbol of London and represents one of the most well-known landmarks in the world. This illustrated guide tells the story of the design and history of this famous clock tower and bell and includes a colour poster.
| Author | : William James Roberts |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 100 |
| Release | : 1909 |
| Genre | : London (England) |
| ISBN | : |
| Author | : Stuart Burch |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 205 |
| Release | : 2019-07-09 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 1317103602 |
This book provides an original, impassioned exploration of memory studies and the uses of the past in the present. It capitalises on London’s global appeal and Big Ben’s iconic status. Moving beyond this familiar facade the reader will journey around the hidden histories of Westminster’s streets, squares and statues. This tangible heritage supports a diversity of contested memories. The rationale for this approach is that, by linking theory with empirical examples, it becomes possible to tackle complex issues in a grounded, accessible manner. Readers will be encouraged to use this case study as a framework for addressing the politics of memory in their own lives as well as in other places, not just in Britain but around the world. This book will be of interest to scholars and students from a wide variety of disciplines including, but not limited to, sociology, culture and media studies, English literature, film and television studies, global studies, heritage studies, history, politics and human geography.
| Author | : Carole Marsh |
| Publisher | : Gallopade International |
| Total Pages | : 145 |
| Release | : 2009-01-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0635070057 |
Each mystery incorporates history, geography, culture and cliffhanger chapters that keep kids begging for more Each mystery includes SAT words, educational facts, fun and humor, built-in book club and activities. Each Carole Marsh Mystery also has an Accelerated Reader quiz, a Lexile Level, and a Fountas & Pinnell guided reading level. Mimi and Papa speed away to London, England in their little red and white airplane, The Mystery Girl. Tagging along are grandchildren Christina, 10, and Grant, 7. Mimi, a children's mystery book writer, has an appointment with the Queen Papa is headed for the Rosetta Stone. The kids are supposed to go to the Tower of London and behave themselves. But, uh-oh, Grant spots a big problem with Big Ben...and he and his sister, along with their two new best friends, George and Maggie, take a whirlwind tour from the top of the Eye, up the Thames River, down into a dungeon, and more -- in search of clues to solve The Mystery of Big Ben More about the Around the World in 80 Mysteries series: Travel around the world with Christina and Grant as they visit famous places in 80 countries. Exciting adventures include history, geography, culture, and more of each country they visit. A fun way to learn about fascinating places around the world Each book includes a map, inline glossary definitions, and lots more Each mystery incorporates history, geography, culture and cliffhanger chapters that keep kids begging for more Each mystery includes SAT words, educational facts, fun and humor, built-in book club and activities. Each Carole Marsh Mystery also has an Accelerated Reader quiz, a Lexile Level, and a Fountas & Pinnell guided reading level. Beginning in 2006, kids can visit the www.carolemarshmysteries.com website to: Join the Carole Marsh Mysteries Fan Club Write a letter to Christina, Grant, Mimi, or Papa Cast their vote for where the next mystery should take place Find fascinating facts about the countries where the mysteries take place Track their reading on an international map Take the Fact or Fiction online quiz Play the Around-the-World Scavenger Hunt computer game Find out where The Mystery Girl is flying next And more Read all the books in any order Want a sneak preview of this great mystery? Click HERE to download the first three chapters (approximately 226 KB) The Mystery at Big Ben is recommended by Sylvan Learning's Book Adventure reading program. Book Adventure is a FREE reading motivation program for children in grades K-8. Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of tutoring and supplemental education services to students of all ages. Each mystery incorporates history, geography, culture and cliffhanger chapters that keep kids begging for more Each mystery includes SAT words, educational facts, fun and humor, built-in book club and activities. Each Carole Marsh Mystery also has an Accelerated Reader quiz, a Lexile Level, and a Fountas & Pinnell guided reading level.
| Author | : John Ross |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 16 |
| Release | : 2002 |
| Genre | : Big Ben (Tower clock) |
| ISBN | : |
