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This stunning visual celebration of the world's most celebrated artists tells the fascinating stories of their lives and works.Lavishly illustrated with portraits of each artist, alongside photographs of their homes and studios, and personal artefacts, Artists Who Changed History offers a unique window into the personalities of each individual, and their key artistic ideas, themes, and techniques.Introduced with a stunning portrait of each artist, biographical entries trace the friendships, loves, and rivalries that inspired and influenced them, reveal the key social and artistic factors that shaped their work, and explore their influence on the artists who followed them. Entries explore the vision and approach of each artist, and the creative development of their work during their lifetime, setting it in context and conveying a powerful sense of the place and the period of history in which they lived.Covering a broad range of artists from the Middle Ages to the present day, Artists Who Changed History provides a compelling, entertaining, and accessible glimpse of the lives and loves of each one.
If anything in this book doesn't quite ring true, you'd better start believing! This irresistible page-turner will keep your eyes popping and your jaws dropping from start to finish. Did you know that Earth could fit inside Jupiter more than 1,000 times? Can you believe the Eiffel Tower would fit inside a Sahara sand dune? Or the blue whale's heart is as big as a car and the colossal squid has eyes the size of beach balls? All this and much, much more is at your fingertips in 1,000 Amazing World Facts.Wow your friends and amaze your family with hundreds of new facts in this fun-filled, picture-packed bumper book. From the tiniest microchip to our unimaginably enormous Universe, no subject is left unexplored. Astounding images, inspiring visual comparisons, and informative graphics combine in one unforgettable journey around the world.So settle down and start reading... you won't believe your eyes!
The ultimate armchair companion to over 200 sportsThe Sports Book, 4th Edition, is the ultimate guide to games, fit for everyone still buzzing from 2012, the amazing year of sport. This new edition presents fully up-to-date information covering all sorts of sports, from equestrian sports, athletics and gymnastics to winter sports and extreme sports. Check out the rules, history, players and events for over 200 of the world's greatest sports such as football, cricket, basketball and golf. Stay ahead of the curve with this amazing sports source with the latest facts and statistics, including updated world and Olympic records from leading experts and sports governing bodies around the globe. You'll also learn the techniques and tactics of the world's best competitors. Plus, all the additional sports featured in the 2012 Olympic Games are included, with an overview of the upcoming games in Sochi 2014 and Rio 2016.The Sports Book, 4th Edition (previous ISBN: 9781405367417) is perfect for sports buffs needing an ultimate quick-reference guide or anyone keen for more information on sports, from the most common to the more obscure.
This stunning visual celebration of the world's most celebrated thinkers tells the fascinating stories of their lives and pioneering ideas.Lavishly illustrated with portraits of each philosopher, alongside photographs of their homes and studies, and personal artefacts, Philosophers Who Changed History offers a unique window into the personalities of each individual, and their key ideas and beliefs.Introduced with a stunning portrait of each philosopher, biographical entries trace the friendships, loves, and rivalries that inspired and influenced them, and provide revealing insights into what drove them to come up with new ways of understanding the world. Entries explore the key ideas and working methods of each individual, and set their ideas in context, conveying a powerful sense of the place and the period of history in which they lived.Covering a broad range of thinkers from the Classical era to the present day, Philosophers Who Changed History provides a compelling, entertaining, and accessible glimpse of the lives and loves of each one.
Ancient Worlds is a tour through history's most influential civilizations between 3000 BCE and 750 CE, capturing moments that reveal the culture and technology that made them great. From Sumer, the world's earliest civilization, to the heyday of the Maya, the tour crosses every continent, taking in developments in urban planning, art and architecture, religion, warfare, trade, and cultural exchange. Discover how deep knowledge of the Sun, sea, and stars enabled ancient seafarers to navigate the Pacific Ocean; witness the highs and lows of a thrilling chariot race in the Roman Empire's greatest hippodrome; and marvel at the military might of the Mauryan Empire and its incredible war elephants.Full of fascinating detail, each scene is a window on the lives of the most powerful and innovative peoples in times past. Ideal for children and parents to pore over together and explore similarities and differences with cultures around the world today.
Discover where events in the Old and New Testaments took place and see how people lived in Biblical times.Take a trip around the Holy Land with these beautifully drawn maps, which show where events from the Bible took place. You can follow the journeys of the patriarchs, view inside Solomon's Temple, witness Jesus' miracles, and see exactly where Paul travelled while spreading the message of Christianity. As well as recapping many of the stories from both Old and New Testaments, each page provides additional information, illustrations, and photos explaining how people lived, who ruled the lands, and what places look like today
Can you spot a Kentrosaurus from a Stegosaurus, or a Sauropelta from an Ankylosaurus? Do you know the difference between a theropod and a sauropod? If the answer is yes, then this brain-busting quiz book is for you! Dinosaur Knowledge Genius! is packed with more than 80 topics covering the fascinating world of dinosaurs, including the most fearsome predators and gigantic plant-eaters, which had frills, crests or spikes, where dinosaurs roamed during the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods, which lived in herds, and much more! As you move from one quiz to the next, you will not only learn about prehistoric life, but also have fun in this marvellously entertaining quiz book for kids and the whole family.The pages are packed with eye-popping pictures - but do you know what they show? To help you, "Test Yourself" panels list what you're looking for. With three levels of difficulty, the challenge gets harder as you work your way from Starter, to Challenger, and finally the truly tricky Genius category. If you need it, there's a fun fact with every picture to give a helpful clue.Whether you want something educational but enjoyable or just feel like having fun with your family, open up Dinosaur Knowledge Genius! to find out what you know - and challenge yourself to learn even more!
Immerse yourself in the vast and intricate story of Africa and discover Africa's true place in world history.Spanning more than 200,000 years, from the emergence of the first humans to the rise of megacities, Africa explores the history and cultures of the world's second-largest continent in vivid detail. It brings to life the stories that shaped Africa and the world around it, from powerful and influential empires and kingdoms such as Mali and Benin, through the struggle against colonization and the fight for independence, to Africa's place on the global stage today.You will meet some of Africa's most important political and military leaders, including Hannibal, Mansa Musa, Oba Ewuare, Queen Njinga, Kwame Nkrumah, Nelson Mandela, and Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Lavish photography showcases the great art and architecture that African civilizations have created, while engaging text written by experts of African heritage covers every facet of African cultures, from music and literature to religions, mythology, and languages. Specially commissioned CGI artworks recreate iconic buildings and life in lost cities like Timbuktu and Great Zimbabwe.Beautifully illustrated and unparalleled in scope, Africa is the perfect book for anyone who is looking to deepen their understanding of Africa's vital and inspiring history.
Understanding nutrition has never been easier.Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Nutrition is the perfect introduction for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.Covering a range of topics - from a healthy gut and the essential function of vitamins and minerals, to the pros and cons of plant-based diets, and the reasons why highly processed foods tend to be less good for us - each entry provides a clear and simple explanation of all of the key aspects of nutrition.Organized thematically, and enriched with eye-catching infographics, the book draws on the latest research in the field, providing a reliable and up-to-date point of entry into the subject.Whether you are studying nutrition at school or college, want to better understand how different diets work, or are looking for a jargon-free overview of the subject, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.
Master the art of chess and never lose a game againDo you know your bishops from your knights? Or when castling is the best move? How about the best way to counter the Queen's Gambit? In Chess for Beginners international master and renowned chess tutor Michael Basman shows you everything you need to know to improve your tactics and win more games. From the history of chess and the aim of the game to essential tactics and taking your skills even further in clubs, tournaments, and championships, Chess for Beginners covers it all. Before explaining techniques, the book gives you the lowdown on each piece to boost your understanding of its value, power and importance. Chess board graphics illustrate different scenarios so you can visualize different moves and their potential outcomes and learn the best move to make in any given situation.Let Chess for Beginners and International Master Michael Basman turn you into a champion chess player.
Meet the little bear who's always hungry for honey and find 5 pop-up surprises inside!Join Pooh as he searches The Hundred Acre Wood for his friends: Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger, and Roo, and share with your toddler a character that you loved too.The lively, read-aloud rhymes encourage literacy and early learning, while the surprise pop-up scenes will delight curious preschoolers. With the help of parents and caregivers, toddlers will have fun turning the sturdy board book pages, guessing what's hiding under each flap, and then lifting the flaps to reveal Winnie and his friends, and play peekaboo!Ideal for interactive preschool play, Disney Winnie the Pooh Pop-up Peekaboo! will appeal to both parents and children and is certain to keep little ones entertained time and time again!©Disney
Helps you to learn English by reinforcing key language skills, grammar rules, and vocabulary with listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises. This title introduces topics such as skills and tasks, giving instructions, and relationships and problem solving.
A self-study course for adults learning English as a foreign language. It helps them learn English by reinforcing key language skills, grammar rules, and vocabulary with listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises. It introduces topics such as emotions, actions and activities, and numbers, dates, months and seasons.
Discover the key battles, tactics, technologies and turning points of the First World War - the epic conflict that was supposed to be "the war to end all wars". Combining authoritative, exciting text and bold images The World War I Book explores the historical background to the war, its causes, all of the key events across the major theatres of conflict, and its aftermath. Using the original, graphic-led approach of the series, entries profile more than 90 of the key events during and surrounding the conflict - from the growing tensions between Europe's major powers to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the German invasion of Belgium, the endless slaughter in the trenches, the American entry into the war, the Russian Revolution, the Armistice, and the creation of the League of Nations. In this book, you can explore the following: -Key milestones of the First World War - exploring the technologies, tactics, and turning points. -Main theatres of the conflict and the experience of war - from civilian life to the horrors of gas attacks. -Bold imagery and clear text with insightful and inspiring quotes from military leaders and historiansOffering a uniquely compelling, accessible, and immediate history of the war, The World War I Book shows how certain key battles, individual leaders, political and economic forces, and technological advances influenced the course of the conflict and the following decades. This book is part of the Big Ideas Simply Explained series, with other titles including The Art Book, The Architecture Book and The Astronomy Book.
Get ready for a fun-filled journey through art, and discover why we make it and why it matters. What's the Point of Art? reveals how art has changed the world, one artistic movement at a time, and it is guaranteed to inspire, surprise, and entertain everybody who picks it up. Why is art important? What's so great about it? In this book, children will see the world through famous artists' eyes, learning what inspired them to make art. If you want to learn why art has the power to be beautiful, shocking, entertaining, and even political, this is the place to start. This art guide for children offers: - An exploration to the reasons behind art, from religious devotion to challenging the status quo. - A great introduction to art and artists for children aged 9+ who are interested in the subject. - Illustrations and life stories of male and female artists from all around the world. Did you know that early humans spent a great deal of time on their cave paintings? And that before cameras were invented, the only way to record your face was to sit for a portrait? Many artists, such as Vincent Van Gogh and Frida Kahlo, used art as a language to express their feelings, thoughts, and emotions. Explore how artists were inspired by the world around them, how their techniques and styles evolved over time, and how their art changed the world. This art guide is a great way to encourage kids to notice art wherever they go.
The perfect ebook for anyone who wants to learn Mandarin Chinese fast. Comes with a free downloadable audio app for Apple and Android phones, enabling learners to hear words and phrases spoken by native Mandarin Chinese speakers.12 themed chapters are broken down into 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range of practical themes, from socialising to doing business. Each lesson combines Mandarin Chinese vocabulary and grammar essentials with full-colour photographs for a user-friendly, accessible language guide. The ideal Mandarin Chinese language course for beginners, the 15-Minute language series will teach you how to speak a new language in just 12 weeks.Topics covered: introductions, eating and drinking, making arrangements, travel, getting about, accommodation, shopping, work and study, health, at home, services, leisure and socialising, with a menu guide and two-language dictionary.
Learn how to speak fluent Arabic in an easy and fun way in just 12 weeks. This indispensable guide also comes with a free audio app for Apple and Android phones, featuring native speech that enables you to hone your pronunciation.Whether you're beginning from the scratch or looking to polish your existing knowledge, 15 Minute Arabic is a quick and convenient option for learning the language. This book features 12 themed chapters broken down into 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range of everyday situations to help you conduct your business or travel smoothly.Jargon-free, straightforward instructions equip you to converse with ease, whether you're shopping for groceries, trying to find accommodation, ordering tea at a caf , or sightseeing around town.Each lesson combines Arabic vocabulary and grammar essentials with full-colour photographs for comprehensive learning. The guide also includes an English-Arabic dictionary, an extensive menu of popular Arabic dishes, and excellent "e;review and repeat"e; exercises at the end of each chapter to test yourself and track your progress.Packed with cultural tips, neatly labelled images of everyday life objects, conversational advice, and grammar explanations, 15 Minute Arabic is the go-to book for mastering the Arabic language.
Helps you to learn English by reinforcing key language skills, grammar rules, and vocabulary with listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises. This title introduces topics such as skills and tasks, giving instructions, and relationships and problem solving.
Helps you to learn English by reinforcing key language skills, grammar rules, and vocabulary with listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises. This title is suitable personal study or to support exams including TOEFL and IELTS, and for all levels of English language learners.
The definitive visual guide to catsThe Cat Encyclopedia is a comprehensive cat compendium that has all the facts about cats and kittens and is packed with beautifully photographed profiles of different breeds from the Maine Coon to the Khao Manee.This extensive catalogue of cat breeds includes information on cat anatomy, cat behaviour and kitten and cat care, plus an authoritative care programme providing advice for every stage of your cat's life. Learn how to understand your cat, how to handle your cat, the importance of play, first aid tips and much more. You'll also find fascinating facts about the celebration of cats in arts and culture and their place in magic and superstition. Filled with beautiful images of cats The Cat Encyclopedia (content previously used in The Complete Cat Breed Book 9781409350033) is a stunning celebration of this ever popular pet and is perfect for cat lovers everywhere.
Bring the animals of the world to your walls with this collection of 30 posters comprising the stunning images from the bestselling book An Anthology of Intriguing Animals.Taking young readers on an incredible visual journey through the animal kingdom, each poster reveals an eye-catching image of a creature from around the world. From tigers and whales to snakes and birds, there is an animal for everyone to explore and marvel at. Every poster is clearly labelled and highlights key features and facts children need to know, so you have a perfectly curated look into the awe-inspiring animal kingdom.Children and adults alike will love poring over the close-up images, and deciding where to place these spectacular posters! This is simply the best gift for any child who can't get enough of the wonders of wildlife.
Enchant your little one with 5 pop-up surprises of their favourite Disney Princesses!Whether they find Ariel searching for hidden treasures deep under the sea, Moana on the lookout for a new adventure, or Rapunzel swinging down from her tower to follow her dreams, little ones will encounter a magical surprise with the turn of every page.The lively, read-aloud rhymes encourage literacy and early learning, while the surprise pop-up scenes will delight curious toddlers. With the help of parents and caregivers, they'll have fun turning the sturdy board book pages, guessing what's hiding under each flap, and then lifting the flaps to reveal each Princess, and play peekaboo!Ideal for interactive preschool play, Disney Princess Pop-up Peekaboo! will appeal to both parents and children and is certain to keep little ones entertained time and time again.
Carry the world in your pocket with this handy guide, packed with maps, facts and flags for over 200 countries and territories.Which is the biggest country in the world? Which one has the most people? Which one has three capital cities? Find the answers to these questions and more in the pages of this illustrated reference guide to all the countries of the world.Explore the planet in this fact-filled Pocket Genius book for children aged 8-12 as you journey across the world to discover what makes it special. Learn about each nation's geography, climate and economics supplemented by comprehensive reference data, including the national flag, official name, capital city, population, total area, population density, languages, religions, demographics, type of government and currency, all meticulously researched from the latest sources.Each country entry has a full colour map showing terrain, major places and geographical features. There is also a fascinating 'Insight' fact for each country revealing some of the more fun, interesting and quirky details that make places so unique.The Pocket Genius series is perfect for all children, whether they are young readers beginning to discover facts about the world or budding geniuses keen to soak up even more information!Ideal for family reference, crosswords, and quizzes, this book presents an intriguing and absorbing journey around the world in which we live.
Master the art of carpentry and create timeless handcrafted pieces with this essential guide to working with wood. Discover key woodworking techniques - from basic through to more advanced types of wood joints, finishing, woodturning, and furniture restoration - in this hands-on instructive carpentry manual. Discover how best to use all the essential woodworking tools, including hand tools, power tools, and machine tools. Become knowledgeable about woods so that you can choose the right wood for the job - more than 100 hard- and softwood profiles are covered.Then, put your skills into practice with over 25 DIY woodworking projects, with detailed plans and step-by-step photographic instructions. Start with a simple chopping board or shelf, or try more advanced woodworking ideas such as a blanket box or garden bench. Accredited by the Worshipful Company of Carpenters, Woodworking is a complete illustrated woodworking course, giving you all the carpentry skills and techniques you need to create well-crafted and practical objects in treated wood.
Saddle up and get ready to explore the magnificent world of horses!Do you dream about riding a horse and want to know more about them? Would you like to learn how to look after a horse, what kit to use, or enter the world of equestrian sports? Discover the secrets of gorgeous horses and ponies in this fun, lively book.Read all about favourite breeds from Shire horse to Shetland pony, find out about horses and ponies from around the globe, and be amazed by their beautiful colourings and patterns. Filled with stunning photographs, simple illustrations, and fantastic facts, this book features all the information a child would need to know about these wonderful animals, including their gaits - from trotting to galloping, horse families, and why horse-riding is good for you.My Book of Horses and Ponies is an engaging, informative children's book that will captivate curious minds. Young equine enthusiasts will be excited to read this wonderful treasury of horses and ponies.
Whether you want to garden at a more accessible height, improve soil fertility, nurture plants with particular needs, or simply enjoy a closer sensory experience, growing in raised beds will help you reach new heights in the garden. Raised beds are possible in any sized garden, even on balconies, but it needs expert advice to create the optimum growing conditions, achieve the most practical use of space tailored to your individual needs, and ensure longevity of the raised bed structure. Featuring clear diagrams, inspired planting plans, and step-by-step photography of beds built from scratch, this book will be the ultimate guide on your raised bed journey.In addition, 10 international gardeners, all sharing a love of raised beds, will explain their "take" and provide planting designs that will open your eyes to the variety of shapes, sizes, materials, and planting displays that are possible with a raised bed. From siting and designing, choosing materials and growing media, to ongoing maintenance and how best to care for your plants, The Raised Bed Book is the final word on growing above ground.
Create the ideal lawn for your space and know how to look after it. Ideal for first-time gardeners, Grow Lawns contains everything you need to know to choose and maintain the perfect lawn - whether that means formal straight lines, a playful space, or a hub for wildlife. Understand different grass types, whether to sow seed or lay turf, and maintenance techniques including mowing, aerating, and scarifying. Discover alternatives too such as bulbs to add colour in spring or wildflower meadows to attract pollinators.Packed with practical, jargon-free know-how, this easy-to-use guide has everything you need to know to help your garden Grow.
Stomp through the prehistoric world, munch with the plant-eaters, ROAR with the mighty giants, and meet all of your favourite dinosaurs in this colourful and interactive board book.From T.rex to Diplodocus, little ones will discover a different dinosaur on each page. Watch the smiles on their faces grow, as they turn the page to find out who of the animals that once roamed our planet they will uncover next.The charming, rhyming text makes this the ideal book for helping toddlers identify names and find their first words. With raised elements on the page for curious fingers to follow, and plenty of bright colours and fun patterns to point to, this is the perfect hands-on introduction to the prehistoric world that children and adults alike will enjoy!A book to treasure, Little Chunkies: Dinosaur will make the perfect addition to any little dino-lovers bookshelf.
Let's have fun learning about busy trucks, as well as counting, matching, naming colours, and saying lots of words!Babies and toddlers will love talking about the trucks and diggers in this first-word board book. There are entertaining questions and challenges throughout that encourage little ones to play and learn, such as counting the yellow diggers, pretending to start a truck's engine, matching the workers to their trucks, and making brrrm brrrm and honk honk noises!Inviting and educational, the engaging photographic pages are packed with all sorts of favourite trucks and diggers, including tough excavators, chugging tractors, huge delivery trucks, shiny fire engines, big dump trucks, and whirring concrete mixers. Clear labels accompany the vehicles so that babies and toddlers can learn the names of all the trucks and diggers. This interactive book delivers a rounded early learning experience, and helps children develop speaking, listening, and observation skills. The sturdy board pages are ideal for young children, while the picture tabs along the top and side are easy to grip, helping children's early motor control. Preschoolers will quickly recognize the picture on each tab, which will take them straight to the page showing their favourite truck or digger.
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