Taylor, Barbara Buckley, James Burnie, David Gifford, Clive Ayo, Yvonne McIntosh, Jane Tubb, Jonathan N Kentley, Eric Brookfield, Karen Wilkinson, Philip Stanchak, John E Rowland-Warne, L Murdoch, David Hamilton MacQuitty, Miranda Norman, David Parry-Jones, Jemima Bridgman, Roger Redmond, Ian Ward, Brian R Halley, Ned Platt, Richard Crampton, W. G Lafferty, Peter Wright, Patricia Welton, Jude Gravett, Christopher Philip, Neil Cole, Alison Lindsay, William Arthur, Alex Gribbin, Mary Coiley, John Bernard, Bruce Clarke, Michael Hill, Douglas Stephens, Rebecca Greenwood, Elinor Watts, Claire Charing, Douglas Mallard, Neil Pearson, Anne James, Simon Byam, Michèle, 1944 Lippincott, Kristen Clutton-Brock, Juliet Symes, R. F Tambini, Michael Parker, Steve, 1952 Mound, Laurence Greenaway, Theresa Parker, Steve Murray, Stuart Langley, Andrew Putnam, James Ardley, Neil Buckingham, Alan Bridgman, Roger, 1940 Adams, Simon Cosgrove, Brian Papastavrou, Vassili Clarke, Barry Cotterell, Arthur Baquedano, Elizabeth Kelley, James, 1963 Hareas, John Sutton, Richard Newmark, Ann Lane, Brian Grau, Andrée Wilkinson, Philip, 1955 Van Rose, Susanna Pollock, Steve Matthews, Rupert Langley, Myrtle Buller, Laura Bender, Lionel Cribb, Joe Murdoch, David Hamilton, 1937 Oxlade, Chris Hammond, Tim Fortey, Jacqueline Steele, Philip Farndon, John Barber, James Holmes, Richard Gamlin, Linda Mitton, Jacqueline Stott, Carole Kerrod, Robin Margeson, Susan M Woodward, John Kelley, James E Lambert, David Hoare, Ben Hornby, Hugh Goldsmith, Mike Nahum, Andrew Jackson, Tom Birkby, Robert Whalley, Paul Ernest Sutton Challoner, Jack McCarthy, Colin Gray, Leon Fullman, Joseph Walker, Richard Dorling Kindersley, Inc Taylor, Paul D Hart, George
Text and photographs trace the evolution of the written word, how the alphabet grew out of pictures, the development of papermaking, bookbinding, children's books, and more.
Traces the development of impressionism, explains why contemporary viewers found it so shocking, and discusses the work of major impressionist artists.
Looks at the history of perspective, shows how it is used to give depth to art, and discusses atmospheric perspective, anamorphic images, and perspective illusion.
Photographs and text examine different types of shells, including seashells, eggshells, and fossil shells, focusing on such aspects as how shells camouflage themselves and how they may be collected.
Traces the life and work of Van Gogh using superb full-color photography to bring the artist's work to life and to explore the conditions and motivations that inspired it.
Discusses the historical origins, teachings, practices, persecution, spread, and challenges of Judaism. Explore the history, faith, and traditions of the Jews in this stunning guide to Judaism, past and present. Fascinating works of art, historical objects, and contemporary photographs, together with a clear account of the history of the Jewish people, combine to present a dramatic "eyewitness" view of this ancient religion.
A photo essay examining the design, construction, and uses of hand weapons and armor from a Stone Age axe to the revolvers and rifles of the Wild West. Be an eyewitness to awesome and bloody weapons such as swords, knuckledusters, and pistols -- and the equipment used to deflect deadly slashes, blows, and bullets. See a ceremonial knife from Sudan. Find out how far a crossbow could fire an arrow. Discover why powder flasks were made of cow horn. New...
A photo essay introducing members of the horse family, their evolution, behavior, importance, history, breeding, and training. Includes major international breeds of domestic horses.
Text and illustrations present information on the parts of the body and how they work. Be an eyewitness to the amazing world of your body -- from the incredible framework of the skeleton to the millions of tiny cells that make your body work. Discover how muscles help us move. See the network of nerves inside your head. Find out how X-rays work.
Take a detailed look at the fascinating world of robots - from the earliest single-task machines to the advanced intelligence of robots with feelings. Young readers will be amazed to learn all that robots can do: perform delicate surgical operations, clean city sewers, work as museum tour guides, or even battle each other in combat. Find out how humans have created these mechanical minds and bodies. Annotation. Take a detailed look at the fascinating...
"Find our about the rocks beneath your feet and te minerals they contain. Discover how they are used--from the graphite in pencils, to precious metals and gems. Learn the secrets of ancient fossils and how new rocks are made."--Back cover
"Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals"--
"Did you know that sharks first appeared in the oceans 200 million years before the dinosaurs, and that they have an electrical sixth sense that helps them locate their prey? How dangerous is a great white shark? Can a whale shark really grow as big as a city bus? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions, then this may be the book for you! Discover where they live, why they are hunted, and what can be done to protect them. The book...
Presents a photographic introduction to skeletons, including humans, mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians, and looks at specific bones and bone structures.
Surveys all forms of dance throughout the world, discussing its cultural and social significance, its costume, its history, and noted dancers and choreographers.
Presents a full-color illustrated history of ancient mythology from Greece, Rome, Egypt, and other parts of the world and includes creation and flood stories, worship of the sun and stars, gods and goddesses, and more.
Illustrated guide to the world's religions, discussing man's spiritual search for answers about life and death, and looking at the belief systems and practices of many faiths including Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, and Judaism.
"Take a plunge into the dephts and encounter speedy swimmers, deep divers, and bottom feeders. From stealthy sharks to curious catfish, find out fantastic fishy facts about how these underwater creatures hunt, hide, drive, and glide."--
Presents a full-color illustrated examination of the customs and traditions of many North American Indians including those of the Great Plains, Southwest, Great Lakes region, far North, and more.
Presents information about the range of plants and animals found in fresh water throughout the year, examining the living conditions and survival mechanisms of creatures dwelling at the edge of the water, on its surface, or under the mud.
Examines the equipment, rules, and background of many different team, target, and court sports, including soccer, rugby, Gaelic football, softball, cricket, ice hockey, table tennis, archery, and pool.
A photo essay on the world of birds examining such topics as body construction, feathers and flight, the adaptation of beaks and feet, feeding habits, courtship, nests and eggs, and bird watching.
"Eyewitness Bird gives a detailed overview for kids aged 9+ of a fascinating animal species and will encourage them to spot the incredible birds on the wing around you. Using full-color photographs of different species, feathers, beaks, bird anatomy and...
Photographs and text explore the behavior and life cycles of butterflies and moths, examining mating rituals, camouflage, habitat, growth from pupa to larva to adult, and other aspects.
