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POPULAR SERIES - DK EYEWITNESS GUIDES
DK MILLENIUM
FAMILY ENCYCLOPEDIA
$10.00 EC IN SLIPCASE (A bargain!)
A wonderful, highly visual FIVE volume encyclopedia set for all your family's
reference needs. Presents alphabetically arranged entries on all major topics
from every area of knowledge, as well as an index book. Format the same as the
Eyewitness series: beautiful photographs and illustrations as well as appealing
layout and concise information. DK Publishing is world renowned for its
distinctive, highly visual books that inform, inspire, and entertain readers of
all ages. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! 8-13 YO
http://www.amazon.co...=283155&s=books
DK EYEWITNESS GUIDES
$6 each, HB, VGC+ - some ex lib.
(Retail around $20) 7+
Ancient
Egypt
(George Hart) $5 PB VGC A dazzling look at Egyptian artifacts and architecture. Hundreds of excellent-quality, captioned, full-colour
photographs and reproductions demonstrate various aspects of culture and life.
Two-page spreads focus on different facets of this ancient civilization, and
transparent cutaways are used to view Tutankhamen's mummy, the interior of his
tomb, the temple at Abu Simbel, and the hold of a cargo boat on the Nile. This
spectacular presentation is easy to read and a delight to browse through.
http://www.amazon.co...t/dp/0789457849
Ancient
Greece (Anne Pearson) Here is a
spectacular and informative guide to the glories of ancient Greece. Superb
colour photographs of armour, jewellery, temples and much more offer a unique
"eyewitness" view of the history, daily life, beliefs and achievements of the
ancient Greek civilization. See the golden mask of Agamemnon, the luxurious
palaces of Crete, an armed hoplite ready to do battle, the Parthenon Frieze,
what a Greek family wore, and what the inside of a Greek farmhouse looked like.
Learn how Greek athletes did the long jump, how Odysseus escaped from the cave
of the Cyclops, how to play the Greek game of kottabos, who discovered Troy, and
why Socrates drank hemlock. Discover the origins of the Hippocratic oath, what
toys Greek children played with, the layout of a typical Greek home, the range
of the conquests of Alexander the Great, who the Greek gods were, and much, much
more!
http://www.alibris.c...n/9780789465863 (Cover different)
Astronomy (Kristin Lippincott) (Ex lib) This title begins with two-page overviews of the history of astronomy, early instruments used in both astronomy and navigation, and astrology. Double-page spreads on optical and radio telescopes, observatories, spectroscopy, the solar system, the sun and moon, and each planet follow. The book concludes with a discussion of meteors and cosmology. http://www.amazon.com/Eyewitness-Astronomy-Books-DK-Publishing/dp/078946716X
Building
(Philip Wilkinson) A handsome book
with spreads covering the obvious historical periods and places (ancient Egypt,
Greece, and Rome to the early 20th century and modern buildings.) Also includes
Islamic buildings, those of South and East Asia and additional topics as walls,
domes and doors.' A typical spread includes crisply detailed colour photos of a
major building, a ruin (serving as a cutaway), or a model; photos and drawings
of decorative and structural details; a brief paragraph overview; and dozens of
terms for the architectural elements depicted.
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Christianity
(Philip Wilkinson) This highly
illustrated volume guides young readers in exploring the faith of Christianity,
from its origins to its role in the 21st century.
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Cinema
(Richard Platt) This book is a visual guide
to the history of the cinema - its technology and development from the first
silent movies to epic, contemporary films. The history starts from the cinema's
early precursors such as Javanese shadow puppets, the Magic Lantern and Edward
Muybridge's experiments with the photography of movement, to the first movie
cameras and projectors, the development of sound and the glamour of Hollywood.
The book features all the major genres from Westerns to epics and from horror
films to comedies.
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Civil War (John Stanchak) (Ex lib) Here is a dramatic, photo-filled guide to the war that split the Union. Includes everything from the issues that divided the country, to the battles that shaped the conflict, to the birth of the reunited states. Rich, full-color photographs of rare documents, powerful weapons, and priceless artifacts plus stunning images of legendary commanders, unsung heroes, and memorable heroines combine with stories of courage, adventure, and defiance to paint an unforgettable portrait of the American Civil War. See Fort Sumter's battle-torn flag, a beardless Lincoln, the tools of a Civil war surgeon, and the Confederate capital in ruins. Learn how to fire a cannon, the secrets of the Underground Railroad, about the Confederacy's First Lady, and what soldiers carried into battle. Discover who plotted Lincoln's assassination, where the last Confederates surrendered, what happened to Jefferson Davis, and why the North won the war, and much, much more! http://www.amazon.co.uk/Civil-War-DK-Eyewitness-Books/dp/0789463024
Costume
(L Rowland-Warne) A fascinating
historical overview of clothing. True to the series format, this one blends
close-up, full-colour photographs of period clothing and accessories with brief
snippets of text that explain the item's significance and purpose. Page after
page of richly detailed pictures depict the original clothes, accessories, and
ornaments worn by real-life men, women, and children throughout history to
modern times. See brooches and hairpins worn by Roman women, the opulence of
Renaissance clothes and jewels, 17th-century fans, gloves, and bags, a hippie
father and son, Queen Victoria's stockings, and a Viking shoe. Learn what false
fat bellies were stuffed with, how Romans folded their togas, how the discovery
of the New World changed European costume, and when starch was first used to
stiffen fabric. Discover how textiles have affected fashion, what a farthingale
was used for, what the first bathing suits looked like, why women used to wear
corsets, and much, much more. The impact of changing fashion is made dramatic by
the inclusion of new photos of models wearing theatrical recreations of historic
costumes. 7+
http://www.amazon.co...e/dp/0679816801
Cowboy
(David H. Murdoch) This vivid series
entry is packed with information and copious illustrations that readers will
want to pore over. Murdoch includes a history of cowboys; their preferred
horses, saddles, and dress; cattle; and the mystique of the life style. Cowboy
also acquaints readers with the guardians of the Camargue in France, South
American gauchos, Spanish charros of early Mexico, the "ringers" of the
Australian outback, along with the traditional cowboy and cowgirl of the wild
American West. Detailed, captioned photographs of artifacts, weapons, and modern
equipment used all over the world are taken from museums, private collections,
and ranches. This offering is a rich addition to the non-fiction shelves; its
brimming but never overly busy pages will fascinate youngsters.
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Dog
(Juliet Clutton-Brock) Here is a spectacular and informative guide to the
fascinating world of the entire dog family. Superb real-life photographs of
dogs, wolves, jackals and foxes offer a unique "eyewitness" view of the natural
history and evolution of the dog family, highlighting the many ways in which
they have helped people throughout history. See the oldest-known remains of a
domestic dog, an amazing tree-climbing fox, a rare golden jackal, a howling
wolf, how a dog swims, a fox with bat ears, and a husky in sled harness. Learn
why dogs and wolves hunt in packs, how dogs "talk" with ears and tails, the
basics of looking after a pet dog, and how dogs were once used to sniff out
truffles. Discover how special breeds of domestic dog have developed, the
hierarchy of the wolf pack, how dogs were specially taught to help humans, why a
hyena is not a dog, which members of the dog family are threatened with
extinction, and much, much more!
http://www.amazon.co...k/dp/0679914595
Early
People (Phil Wilkinson) Here is an
original and exciting new look at the fascinating world of ancient people and
their ways of life. Detailed, real-life photographs of tools, weapons, jewellery,
clothing and even the remains of the people themselves offer a unique
"eyewitness" view of how human life has changed. See the tools used by the first
farmers, the oldest surviving food, the weapons of a Bronze Age chieftain, and
what our earliest ancestors looked like.
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Earth
(Susanna Van Rose) From the outer
limits of the Earth's atmosphere to the innermost core, this book looks in
detail at the variety of materials and events that have shaped the planet. It
follows the many theories and discoveries that have slowly built up into a
picture of how land and the oceans have evolved, and examines in detail the many
different rocks and landscape on the Earth. It also includes the dramatic
effects of volcanoes and earthquake tremors, and looks at the great mystery of
the Earth - the magnetic field.
http://www.amazon.co...e/dp/0789455757
Elephant
(Ian Redmond) Here is a spectacular and
informative guide to the fascinating world of elephants. Superb colour
photographs of Asian and African elephants, their living relatives and
reconstructions of their ancestors offer a unique "eyewitness" view of these
remarkable animals, their natural history and relationship with people. See the
adult "tusker", inside an elephant's mouth, a baby elephant feeding, an elephant
in a threatening posture, elephants at work, and an elephant painting a picture.
Learn how to tell an African from an Asian elephant at a glance, why elephants
are worshipped, how long an elephant's tusks can grow, how elephants "talk" to
each other, and why the future of elephants is threatened. Discover why
elephants walk on their tiptoes, how much food an adult elephant eats in a day,
the cruelty of the ivory trade, why elephants flap their ears, what an elephant
does to keep cool, how intelligent elephants are, and much, much more.
http://www.amazon.co...d/dp/0789458721
Energy (Jack Challoner) (Ex lib) Here is a spectacular, thought-provoking, and highly informative guide to the fascinating story of energy. Superb full-color photography of original equipment, intricate scientific instruments, 3-D models, and revealing experiments bring to life the ideas and discoveries that have changed our perception of the universe. See plants that bend toward light, alternative energy in action, the first batteries, the food chain, photosynthesis in plants, and how telephones convert the human voice into electronic signals. Learn how energy is measured, how without energy there would be no life at all, why matches burn, why recycling makes the most of energy, how waterwheels work, how efficient light bulbs save electricity, and how geothermal energy creates hot water. Discover the link between friction and heat, the development of steam turbines, how magnets work, how to make air liquid, how to heat coal to produce gas, the difference between renewable energy sources and fossil fuels, why sugar gives you energy, and much, much more. http://www.amazon.com/Eyewitness-Energy-Jack-Challoner/dp/0789455765/ref=pd_sim_b_3
Everest
(Rebecca Stephens) Explore the colossal
mountain as never before. Extreme sports have never been more popular, and
climbing Mount Everest is as extreme as it gets. the many ways in which this
challenge has been met is the subject of this stunning book which explores the
mountain environment and survival techniques, traces the emergence of mountain
civilizations, and surveys the feats of bravery and endurance with which
mountaineers have conquered the world's highest peaks.
http://search.barnes...473967/?itm=109
Explorer
(Rupert Matthews) A stunning visual examination of the history of exploration,
this book covers not only the earliest voyages around the Mediterranean and the
mapping of the New World, but also the latest discoveries under the sea and out
in space.
http://www.amazon.co...ader_0789457628
Fish
(Steve Parker) Here is an exciting
and informative guide to the fascinating world of fishes. Superb color
photographs of tropical fishes, eels, seahorses and more offer a unique
"eyewitness" view of the natural history of fishes, how they behave and how they
survive. See the lethal jaws of a piranha, a porcupine fish "puffing up", how a
dogfish swims, growth rings on a fish scale, what a fish looked like 400 million
years ago, and a fish with legs. Learn how a school stays together, why some
fishes swim upside down, how a stingray stings, which male fish can "give
birth", how stickleback builds its nest, and why fishes need water to breathe.
Discover why a shark must keep swimming, how a ray can give an electric shock,
what eyespots are for, how an archerfish "shoots" a victim, and much, much more.
http://www.amazon.co...r/dp/0789458101 (Cover different)
Flag
(William Crampton) Here is a spectacular and informative guide to the history of
flags around the world. Superb colour photographs give the reader a unique
"eyewitness" insight into the story of flags -- from the earliest heraldic
banners to the national flags of today. See the flag of a Chinese pirate ship,
the banners of medieval knights and the standards of modern generals, the flags
of the French and Russian revolutions, and the national flags of 160 different
countries. Learn how to signal by semaphore, how to hoist a flag, why stars and
stripes features in the American flag, how flags were hoisted on the Moon and at
the South Pole, and how fascinating ceremonies connected with flags have
evolved. Discover how Britain's Union Jack has changed over the years, the story
behind the Japanese "rising sun," when a flag is flown as half mast, why many
Dutch flags feature a picture of a hat on the end of a pole, what the stars on
the Australian flag represent, and much, much more!
http://www.amazon.co...n/dp/0789465655 (Cover different)
Fossil
(Dr. Paul D. Taylor) A guide to
fossils, which are the remains or impression of prehistoric plants and animals
hardened in rock. The book traces the history of life on Earth, moving from
plants, fish, dinosaurs and mammals, right up to the amazing fossil remains of
early people. www.amazon.co.uk/Fossil-Eyewitness-Paul-Taylor/dp/086318409X/ref=pd_cp_b_0_img?pf_rd_p=212521391&pf_rd_s=center-41&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=0756606829&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=1JHR5PKB34DA3XDX0ABK
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Future
(Michael Tambini) (PB copy, $5 VGC) Here is a
spectacular and informative guide to the 21st century and beyond. Original
photography and artworks illustrate the extraordinary visions of the future of
scientists, artists and inventors through the ages, offering a unique
"eyewitness" view of a world we are yet to know. See an insect robot learning to
walk, a hypersonic plane, a calendar for the next century, a space hotel and a
millennium tower that will house 50,000 people. Learn the way genetic
engineering will affect future foods, how a spaceship will be driven by
antimatter and how large the world's population will be in 2050. Discover how a
woman can work a flight simulator with her mind, the medical advances that will
prolong life, the cyberpets that will be the companions of the future, and much,
much more!
http://www.qbd.com.a...ael_Tambini.htm
Gorilla
(Ian Redmond) DK up to their usual brilliant standard. Full of facts about the
great apes and the most beautiful, informative illustrations.
http://www.amazon.co...d/dp/0679873325
India (Manini Chatterjee) (Ex lib) Discover the rich diversity of the world's most populous democracy in this stunning guide. Witness the beauty of the Taj Mahal, learn how India gained its independence, discover the splendor of the Mughal dynasty, and more. An inviting introduction and visual transport to the country with pictures of city and village life, the arts, mouthwatering cuisine and more. http://cc.pbsstatic.com/l/15/9715/9780789489715.jpg
Invention
(Lionel Bender) Photographs and text
explore such inventions as the wheel, gears, levers, clocks, telephones, and
rocket engines.
http://www.alibris.c...s*listing*title
Jungle
(Theresa Greenaway) Here is a spectacular and informative guide to some of the
most extraordinary habitats on Earth. Superb colour photographs offer a unique
"eyewitness" view of the remarkable and colourful plants, animals and insects of
the world's jungles. See the beautiful but poisonous passionflower, the rare
golden lion tamarin, a Heckel chew stick from Nigeria, the red howler monkey
howling at dawn and a kangaroo climbing a tree. Learn how paper wasps make their
nest, how a siamang moves, how wax is taken from the wax palm, how geckos "fly"
and how pitcher plants trap insects. Discover what red lemurs eat, how poison is
taken from a poison dart frog, why bowerbirds build bowers, why canopy leaves
have drip tips, where gorillas live and why chameleons change colour, and much,
much more!
http://www.amazon.co...y/dp/0679861688
Leonardo
(Andrew Langley)
(Ex lib) Why is Leonardo da
Vinci known as the original 'Renaissance Man'? What deadly weapon did a
Renaissance woman keep inside her locket? Why did Leonardo visit the city
morgue? Why did 'shaving' florins become a black market practice? The book
covers many aspects of the Renaissance, including the rise of city-states,
trade, art, architecture, and the role of the Catholic Church. There are also
sections on dress and daily life.
http://www.amazon.com/Eyewitness-Leonardo-Times-Andrew-Langley/dp/0789462907/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1303963231&sr=1-1
Life
(David Burnie) Focusing on contemporary and
historical developments in the study of life, this book features clear, expertly
written text, colour and black-and-white photos, charts, graphics, and 3-D
models -- all of which combine to make complex scientific concepts easy to
understand. Topics include: the carbon key, cells and organisms, photosynthesis,
DNA, reproduction, heredity, kingdoms of life, plants and animals, genetic
engineering and more.
http://www.amazon.co...ader_078944884X
Light
(David Burnie) Uses the well loved
‘Eyewitness’' format to trace scientific developments and discoveries.
Arrangement is roughly chronological, with wonderful illustrations and photos on
each spread and a wealth of information provided, ranging from explanations of
processes to historical tidbits and trivia. Descriptions of solar cells and
interference colours, shadows, refraction, lasers, and holograms are included.
http://www.amazon.co...ader_0789448858 (Cover different)
Mammal
(Steve Parker) Stunning real-life
photographs of bushbabies, badgers, wallabies and more offer a unique
"eyewitness" view of the natural history of mammal behaviour and anatomy. See
how newborn mice develop, what the inside of a molehill looks like, what a whale
has inside its mouth, how a chinchilla keeps its fur clean, and the only mammals
that can fly. Learn how to recognize mammal footprints, why some animals store
food in their cheek pouches, why you are a mammal, and how the porcupine
frightens its enemies. Discover how camels can walk on sand, what mammals looked
like in the Ice Age, why some mammals have spines instead of fur, what whiskers
are for, why a wallaby has a pouch, and much, much more!
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Manet (Patricia Wright) Ex lib) Explore Manet's life and art, and the influences that shaped his work. DK gives a new look to the series that forever changed the nonfiction genre and set the standard for highly informative visual guides. This volume, and those to follow in future seasons, forms part of an indispensable library for the whole family. Focusing on the life and work of Manet, this book uses superb full-color photography to bring the artist's work to life and to explore the conditions and motivations that inspired it. http://www.learningthings.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=PPB-0789448793&eq=&Tp=
Mars (Stuart Murray) (Ex lib) From massive volcanoes twice the size of Mount Everest to a grand canyon as big as America, become a Mars explorer and discover everything there is to know about the Red Planet. Learn all about Earth's closest neighbor in this unprecedented guide including up-to-the-minute data from NASA's ongoing explorations, this amazing resource tells the whole story - from Mars' mystical significance in early cultures to the ambitious future plans for manned-flight explorations. http://www.paperbackswap.com/Sehen-Staunen-Wissen-Stuart-Murray/book/3806755272/
Mummy (James Putnam) Learn how bog people were sacrificed, why one 5,000-year-old mummy is called Ginger, the size of the longest crocodile mummy, and how modern technology can see inside closed mummy cases. Discover how Sicilian monks embalmed their dead, what started the story of the mummy's curse, how wealthy Egyptians took servants into the afterlife, the glittering treasures of Tutankhamun, and much, much more. Any age. http://www.amazon.co...m/dp/0679838813
Music (Neil Ardley) (Ex lib) Here is an original and exciting look at the fascinating world of sound and music. Superb real-life photographs of instruments ranging from zithers and panpipes to electric guitars and synthesizers offer a unique "eyewitness" view of ancient and contemporary music. See how strings vibrate to make a note sound, how an invisible "column" of air sounds a pipe, which instrument resembles a peacock, how sousaphone players wear their instruments. Learn who invented an important new key system, how to master the bagpipes, why pipe organs have "ears" and "mouths", and why French horns are "doubled up". Discover how a vegetable gourd charms snakes, why tangled fingers led to the invention of the piano, why spiders add a "buzz" to xylophones, where reindeer toe-bones were used as whistles, and much, much more! http://www.amazon.com/Eyewitness-Music-Books-DK-Publishing/dp/0789465612
Mythology
(Neil Philip) Here is an intriguing
and captivating introduction to the culturally diverse world of mythology.
Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil
as expressed in various mythologies around the world. Photographs of masks,
jewellery, and sculptures offer a unique view of mythology and its gods, heroes,
and monsters.
http://www.amazon.co...ader_0789462885 (3 copies, 1 sold)
Ocean
(Dr. Miranda Macquitty) Explore the
incredible diversity of life in the sea—from the haunting, hour-long songs of
humpback whales to the fantastic coral colonies that spawn all their young in a
single night.
http://www.alibris.c...isbn/0751360562
Olympic
Games (Chris Oxlade) Surveys the
history and traditions of the Olympics, highlighting memorable events from
ancient Greece to the present day.
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Pirate
(Richard Platt) $5 PB VGC (Ex lib) While stunning,
full-colour photographs and illustrations continue to be the hallmark of this
series, one shouldn't overlook the accompanying texts. Platt looks at the
subject of piracy from the time of ancient Greece to the 19th century in
double-page topic treatments. Readers are introduced to privateers, buccaneers,
and corsairs, and told how they differ. Illustrations of various types of pirate
ships, and the merchant vessels that were most often their targets, are
particularly effective. 7+
http://www.amazon.co...t/dp/0679872558
Pond &
River (Steve Parker) A photo essay
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.
http://www.amazon.co...ader_0789458381
Pre-Historic Life (William Lindsay)
Using reconstructions and authentic models, such fascinating creatures from
Earth's prehistory as the great dinosaurs, the ferocious sabre-toothed tiger,
and the giant woolly mammoth, are brought vividly to life. Written by William
Lindsay, an experienced paleontologist and author of many best-selling books for
children on dinosaurs, Photos and illustrations of fossils, prehistoric plants,
animals, and dinosaurs are prolific and colourful.
http://www.powells.c...n=9780789458681
Pyramid
(James Putnam) $6 HB EC Pyramids aren't only found in Egypt, although these are
probably the best known. Discover the secrets behind all the pyramids -
Egyptian, Sudanese, Aztec and Mayan - through this "Eyewitness Guide". The
photography and text combine to reveal the architecture and construction of the
various pyramid forms, the treasures they contain, transporting readers through
the false passages and traps set to stop tomb robbers in the Great Pyramid, to
the Aztec temples of the Sun and Moon, their sacrifice rituals, and how they
obtained their endless supply of victims 50,000 in the last years. Any age.
http://www.amazon.co...m/dp/0751360295
Question And Answer Book
(John Farndon) $3 HB EC Includes
more than 250 questions and answers on nature, history, science and technology,
from "What makes the earth quake?" to "Who first used a water wheel?” and "Where
were tobacco leaves once used as money?"
http://www.alibris.c...isbn/1564583473
Rock &
Mineral (Dr. R.F. Symes) Learn what
the Earth is made of - and how its rocks were formed, how early humans made the
first flint tools and how diamonds and precious stones are cut, polished, and
made into jewelry. Discover how prehistoric animals are preserved today as
fossils, how volcanoes work, how rocks are formed from molten lava, how minerals
and metals are mined and how pebbles on the seashore are worn down into sand,
and much, much more.
http://www.amazon.co...t/dp/0751347426 (Cover different)
Seashore
(Steve Parker) Here is an original
and exciting new look at the fascinating natural world of the seashore. Stunning
real-life photographs of crabs, lobsters, tide pools, fish, seals, seabirds and
more offer a unique "eyewitness" view of life on the seashore. See a starfish on
the move, how a sea urchin disguises itself, a sea anemone catch a prawn, the
inhabitants of a tide pool, and fish that change colour. Learn how a limpet
grips the rock, how a crab grows a new leg, how a prawn becomes invisible, how
seabirds catch fish, and how a sea otter sleeps at sea. Discover how long
seaweed can grow, why hermit crabs live in second-hand shells, which shells bore
holes in solid rock, where a puffin lays its eggs, and much, much more.
http://www.amazon.co...=283155&s=books
Skeleton
(Steve Parker) The skeleton is the
framework of the body. It supports, moves, and protects, allowing us to walk,
run, jump, and swim. Eyewitness Skeleton brings its complexity and ingenuity of
design vividly to life. Starting with the human skeleton, it explains how each
set of bones functions. It examines in detail the construction of the skull,
spine and rib cage, hands, arms, legs, and feet. Comparisons are drawn with the
bones of birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, and mammals. See the 206
different bones in the human body, how your skull differs from a lion's or a
chimp's, how teeth grow, and what each one is for, and what the inside of a bone
looks like. Learn how bones mend themselves when they break, why half the bones
in your body are in your hands and feet, how many toes a horse has and what has
happened to the tail you once had. Discover which are the smallest bones in the
human body, why some creatures wear their skeletons on the outside and what
animal once owned the oldest bones ever found on Earth.
http://www.amazon.co...r/dp/0756607264 (Cover different)
Space
Exploration (Carole Stott) (Also
have a PB copy, VGC $5, ex lib) What's cooler than outer space? Kids and adults
alike will enthusiastically assert that astronauts, space ships, and rocket
science are some of the most fascinating subjects on (or rather, off) earth.
Space Exploration, a stellar addition to Dorling Kindersley's Eyewitness Books
series, does this immensely popular topic justice. Learn why astronauts take
passports into space! Discover the perplexing mechanics of using a toilet while
weightless! View a model of the first planned space station! Kids can also read
up on subjects like the space race, moon landings, astronaut fashion, dangers
and disasters, and science in space. Abundant full-colour photos of everything
from dogs in spacesuits to views from satellites complete this zero-gravity
exploration, and ensure that if your children weren't already space-obsessed,
there will be no turning back now.
http://www.amazon.co...t/dp/0789458586
Sport
(Tim Hammond) From baseball and football to
archery and squash, ancient and modern equipment, rules, and history are
highlighted in this great book! 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.
Featuring spectacular close-up photographs, this is an ideal attention grabber
for reluctant readers and young teens.
http://search.barnes...e/9780394996165
Spy
(Richard Platt) Discover the world of espionage — from the early spymasters to
the electronic surveillance of today. Everybody knows that spies wear white
dinner jackets, drive sports cars, like their drinks shaken not stirred, and
carry electric saws disguised as watches. Or do they? Certainly, some real spies
are sophisticated members of the diplomatic service, but most are ordinary
people from all walks of life. Spy is a journey through the history of
espionage, from biblical spies who helped bring down the walls of Jericho to
today's technological intrusions on the internet. Real-life spying equipment and
gadgets are as amazing as those designed by Q for James Bond. Eyewitness Spy
shows how, after the Cold War, and despite the new spirit of international
cooperation, there is still a place for the spy in the modern world. Written by
Richard Platt, author of the best-selling Cross-sections! Man-of-War and
Eyewitness Pirate, Spy is a unique introduction to the dangerous lives of those
who exist in the shadowy world of espionage.
http://www.powells.c...n=9780789458520
Technology (Roger Bridgman) (Ex lib) Deals with how the development of machines and materials has affected the areas of communication, farming, medicine, and more. Endoscopes, food mixers, fax machines, and robots are presented, as well as everyday items like the BicTM pen and the hollow tennis racquet. http://www.amazon.com/Eyewitness-Technology-Roger-Bridgman/dp/0789448874
Time & Space (Mary & John Gribbin) Bake a soufflé, and you'll never unscramble the ingredients again. Unless, that is, you twist the ends of a wormhole around several times and drive a rocket through it, travelling back to a time before you ever cracked an egg. You'll learn all about time travel, wormholes, and all the ways that the universe is thought to be constructed. Stand-ins from real life (like orange peels, broken glasses, and trains) help you figure out what Albert Einstein, Stephen Hawking, and other physicists mean when they refer to black holes, space-time distortion, and other strange cosmic things. Starting with ancient ideas about space and time, and ending with the imaginary construction of a wormhole through time, Time & Space takes you on a colourfully illustrated trip through history, with great photos of the tools people have used to measure time and distance in many cultures. http://www.amazon.co.../ref=pd_sim_b_5
Titanic (Simon Adams) $5 HB GC (Ex lib) Prepare yourself for an adventure of triumph and tragedy on the Ship of Dreams. Be an eyewitness to the Titanic's maiden voyage and learn everything about the luxury liner from the fate of the captain and hundreds of passengers to the treasures that went down with the ship. From views of the wreck on the ocean floor and information on how the survivors were rescued the "unsinkable" Titanic is discussed and debated in detail, while clear and concise snippets of interesting information about the crew, the passengers and that fateful day are relayed to the reader. http://ca.pbsstatic.com/l/41/7241/9780789447241.jpg
Tudor (Simon Adams) (Ex lib) Go back in time to Tudor England, to meet Henry VIII and learn about the Spanish Armada. Find out why Henry VIII had six wives, or see how ferocious battles were fought and won. Eyewitness Tudor is packed with photographs and fascinating facts that bring this exciting and often dangerous time to life http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tudor-Eyewitness-Simon-Adams/dp/140530474X
Viking (Susan M. Margeson) $6 HB GC Viking presents an overview of this culture from music to mealtime, social hierarchy, to the more violent aspects of their explorations and expansions into new territories. Fascinating photographs of ships, weapons, and artifacts will attract reluctant readers. Wonderful photography with informative texts that are succinct and easy to read. They provide adequate introductions to their respective subjects and should encourage further exploration. Any age. http://www.amazon.co...n/dp/0789458942
Volcano (Susanna Van Rose) (Also have a PB copy, VGC $5) Some of nature's most spectacular phenomena get the ``Eyewitness'' treatment, with the gorgeous graphics and outstanding design that characterize this series. As usual, coverage is primarily visual, with brief introductory text and informative captions. The account starts with an overall perspective showing how volcanoes and earthquakes occur, with related events like steam vents and boiling mud. Effects on humans and attempts to measure and predict these events are treated. Even volcanism on other planets (mostly their moons) is shown. The striking photographs include a shot of a Philippine town dusted by Mount Pinatubo; the people's colourful clothes clash with the ashy whiteness covering all the houses and the ash-darkened sky. In another spread the ash cloud from Mount St. Helens can be seen rushing down the mountainside in three successive photos. This book will attract readers to an already popular topic, and will provide one of the most effective introductions available. http://www.amazon.co...s/dp/0789457806
Watercolour (Michael Clarke) (Ex lib) Providing a quick overview of the medium, this book will interest even reluctant readers. Each page is adorned with photographic reproductions of some of the world's finest paintings. Short paragraphs and blurbs provide quick points of reference for browsers. http://www.amazon.com/Eyewitness-Watercolor-Michael-Clarke/dp/0789455846
Weather
(Brian Cosgrove) Be an eyewitness to how the
weather works - from how clouds form and why it rains, to what causes a
ferocious hurricane or a roaring tornado that strikes without warning. Also see
a machine that measures the wind and find out why the climate may change in the
future.
http://www.libraryth...com/work/548391
Whale
(Vassili Papastavrou) Here is a
spectacular and informative guide to whales, dolphins, seals, and manatees.
Superb colour photographs of dolphins, killer whales, walruses, and more offer a
unique "eyewitness" view of these mysterious sea creatures - what they look
like, how they behave, and their battle for survival. See the whiskers of a
walrus, inside the mouth of a killer whale, dolphins at play, male elephant
seals fighting, the way a blowhole works, a carved sperm whale's tooth, and a
19th-century blubber pot. Learn how deep a sperm whale can dive, how whales use
bubbles to catch fish, why sea lions bark like dogs, what baleen is used for,
and why killer whales come up on the beach. Discover how humpback whales
communicate, why whales leap, the world's biggest baby, why the future of
whales, seals, and dolphins is threatened, why whales migrate thousands of
miles, and much, much more! Also have a PB copy $5 VGC (Ex lib)
http://www.amazon.co...u/dp/0679938842
(Last update May, 2011)
