Model-Based Control of Logistics Processes in Volatile Environments

Read all about the bloodthirsty battles of ancient Rome!Discover the deadliest fighters of the Roman Empire in this fascinating guide to the gladiators of Rome's Colosseum. Learn about the female glad

Bumbling flying elephants, the demon serpent, a brash peacock, crafty jackals, a curious leopard, and even an evil, shape-shifting jinn, all make an appearance in this delightful collection of tales f

Discover the hidden meaning of stars in this first introduction to astrology for children.Secrets of Astrology tells you all you want to know about astrology, from the meaning of zodiac signs, to how

Children will learn why they feel happy, sad, angry, and proud in this colorful collection of illustrated books.This bright box set includes five board books: How Do I Feel?, I Feel Happy, I Feel Angr

A one-stop treasure trove from the RHS that covers every aspect of gardening, from planning and planting to growing and care.Choose plants that will thrive in your space.Design a border for year-round

A gorgeously illustrated introduction to poetry for children, featuring poems about everything from science, sports, and space, to friendship, family, and feelings. This thoughtfully crafted anthology is perfect for children new to verse and for young poetry fans seeking out new favorites. Explore poetry from a diverse selection of contemporary and historical poets, covering a broad range of topics--from personal subjects like emotions and family, to the wonders of the natural environment.Carefully selected works encourage children to see the poetry in everything and to embrace the beauty of their everyday lives. Poems are complemented by detailed illustrations, timelines, and interesting facts about the topics covered, ensuring that the poems are not just entertaining, but relevant, topical, and informative. Prompts and activities inspire children to create their own poetry, and devices like rhyme, repetition, and alliteration are introduced and explained in a fun and accessible manne

A one-stop treasure trove from the RHS that covers every aspect of gardening, from planning and planting to growing and care. Choose plants that will thrive in your space. Design a border for year

Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully illustrated compendium for kids aged 7 to 9. You'll meet an incredible cast of mind-boggling

Children will learn why they feel happy, sad, angry, and proud in this colourful collection of illustrated books. It is often difficult for children to articulate their emotions and to understand why

Discover the hidden meaning of stars in this first introduction to astrology for children. Secrets of Astrology tells you all you want to know about astrology, from the meaning of zodiac signs, to h

Delve into the world of WWE with the most expansive all-encompassing guide ever produced on sports entertainment!Get all the history, facts, and stats on the Superstars you love in the updated WWE Enc

Discover the inspiring story of Jesse Owens, African American track-and-field athlete and Olympic gold medalist, in this fascinating kids' biography.Jesse Owens is one of the most famous athletes of a

The world of Pokémon awaits you!Learn all about your favorite Pokémon in this fact-packed guide to the animated series.Discover every region from Kanto to Alola, including the people and Pokémon who l

Discover how humans created their world from the objects they left behind--from the US Constitution to the first iPhone--in DK's latest history book.From the beginning of human history, the one thing

Get to grips with the glorious world of goop and gunk, from pus, snot, and mucus to mud, snail slime, and sticky plants, in this compendium of gunk.If you’ve ever wondered how much snot you make, or h

Experience the magic of the first Christmas in this illustrated board book, an ideal introduction to the nativity story for young children.The Christmas Story tells the tale of the first Christmas a l

Marvel at the wonders of the universe, from stars and planets to black holes and nebulae, in this exploration of our solar system and beyond.Universe opens with a look at astronomy and the history of

Experience the magic of the first Christmas in this illustrated board book, an ideal introduction to the nativity story for young children. The Christmas Story tells the tale of the first Christmas

Discover the inspiring story of Jesse Owens, African American track-and-field athlete and Olympic gold medalist, in this fascinating kids' biography.Jesse Owens is one of the most famous athletes of a

A beautifully illustrated collection of nonfiction stories featuring the many wonders that exist in the night sky. Beginning with a sunset and ending at dawn, Through the Night Sky shines a light on

A frightfully fun LEGO (R) sticker book with more than 1000 Halloween-themed stickers. Step into the spine-chilling world of LEGO models that go bump in the night. DK's Halloween! Ultimate Sticker Co

Discover how humans created their world from the objects they left behind - from the US Constitution to the first iPhone - in DK's latest history book. From the beginning of human history, the one thing that has defined us is our talent for making things, from basic technology and everyday objects, such as bowls and hand axes, to high-tech inventions, such as supersonic aircraft, smart devices, and Mars rovers. Objects speak volumes about a civilization, telling us how our ancestors lived - as well as what they believed in and valued.A bronze cat mummy shows us how highly the ancient Egyptians valued their feline companions, while a mechanical tiger toy tells the story of rising tensions between an Indian sultan and European colonisers. With stunning, specially commissioned photography, Civilization shows you the objects that our ancestors treasured - from the jewellery worn by the Mesopotamians to the prized ritual vessels used by the people of the Shang dynasty - and gives you an ins

Take a first look at the curious world of cats in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book for babies and toddlers. Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, C is for Cat is the th

Take a first look at the delightful world of dogs in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book for babies and toddlers. Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, D is for Dog is the

Why do we need laws? What rights are protected by law? When was forensic evidence first used in court?This book explores big questions like these, explaining the laws and legal precedents, and religious, political, and moral codes that have shaped the world we live in. Written in plain English, The Law Book cuts through the legal jargon and is packed with pithy explanations of the most important milestones in legal history, with step-by-step diagrams and witty illustrations that untangle knotty concepts. From the earliest laws, such as the Code of Hammurabi, through groundbreaking legislation including Magna Carta and the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act, The Law Book offers an engaging overview of legal history across the world all the way into the 21st century with copyright in the digital age, same-sex marriage, and the "right to be forgotten".Covering the fight for universal suffrage and workers' rights, and the establishment of international legal bodies like INTERPOL and the Euro

Get to grips with the glorious world of goop and gunk, from pus, snot, and mucus to mud, snail slime, and sticky plants, in this compendium of gunk. If you've ever wondered how much snot you make, o

Meet incredible endangered animals in this plastic-free touch and feel picture book series for toddlers. In Where Are You? Polar Bear wrap up warm to take a journey through a frozen world. Meet a whol

Marvel at the wonders of the Universe, from stars and planets to black holes and nebulae, in this exploration of our solar system and beyond. Universe opens with a look at astronomy and the history of

Discover the beguiling history of witchcraft, magic, and superstition through the centuries in this stunningly illustrated title.A History of Magic, Witchcraft and the Occult charts the extraordinary

Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of geography and Earth sciences at home with Weather - an activity-packed exploration of weather and how it affects our world, including climate change. Divided into sections, the book starts with fast facts on topics including the atmosphere, the Sun, wind, the water cycle, climate change, and forecasting; and the book ends with charts of climate zones and weather record breakers. Using this information, you can complete the puzzles in the main part of the book, plus there are hands-on activities such as making an anemometer to measure wind speed and a rain gauge to measure rainfall.Finally, test your new-found knowledge with the quick quizzes (with answers supplied, but no peeking!). You can keep track of your achievements throughout with a star-chart to fill in every time you finish a page. Note to parents: The Eyewitness Project Book series is devised and written with the expert advice of educational and rea

Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of geography at home with Earth - an activity-packed exploration of our planet and the forces that shape it. Divided into sections, the book starts with fast facts on topics including rocks and minerals, oceans, climate, and volcanoes; and the book ends with charts of Earth facts and record breakers. Using this information, you can complete the puzzles in the main part of the book, plus there are hands-on activities such as rock collecting and weather watching.Finally, test your new-found knowledge with the quick quizzes (with answers supplied, but no peeking!). You can keep track of your achievements throughout with a star-chart to fill in every time you finish a page. Note to parents: The Eyewitness Project Book series is devised and written with the expert advice of educational and reading consultants and is designed to appeal to children aged 8 years and up.First published in 2007-2009, this series has been

Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of science and anatomy at home with Human Body - an activity-packed exploration of how our bodies work. Divided into sections, the book starts with fast facts on topics including the skeleton, muscles, brain, sense, heart, and digestion; and the book ends with charts of body organ facts and record breakers. Using this information, you can complete the puzzles in the main part of the book, plus there are hands-on activities such as watching your muscles work, testing your reflexes, and seeing how two eyes work together.Finally, test your new-found knowledge with the quick quizzes (with answers supplied, but no peeking!). You can keep track of your achievements throughout with a star-chart to fill in every time you finish a page. Note to parents: The Eyewitness Project Book series is devised and written with the expert advice of educational and reading consultants and is designed to appeal to children aged 8 years

Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of history at home with Ancient Rome - an activity-packed exploration of people and places in this early empire. Divided into

Dive into our planet's largest and least explored world in this stunning encyclopedia of whales, waves, wrecks, wind farms, and everything oceanic!Using 3D illustrations and a level of detail you can'

Discover the beguiling history of witchcraft, magic, and superstition through the centuries in this stunningly illustrated title. A History of Magic, Witchcraft and the Occult charts the extraordinary

Discover the incredible stories of women throughout history in this hilarious graphic novel that brings the dead famous to life.Welcome to Corpse Talk, the chat show with a difference - all of the gue

Discover the incredible stories of women throughout history in this hilarious graphic novel that brings the dead famous to life.Welcome to Corpse Talk, the chat show with a difference - all of the gue

Adorn and organize your room LEGO-style with this bite-sized collection of beautiful and useful LEGO ideas.Small in size but big in inspiration, this neat 32-page volume contains perfectly practical p

This bite-sized selection of activities, games, and builds will inspire you to look at your LEGO bricks in new and exciting ways.Small in size but big in inspiration, this neat 32-page volume contains

The atlas of everything you need to know about our planet today.This encyclopedic view of our planet, fully revised and updated for the 8th edition, sets new standards in cartographic excellence. Crea