The Definitive Visual Guide

★ 看懂設計史，從工藝美術到數位時代全收錄★ 經典設計×大師×風格，一次完整掌握150年演變★ 大量精美圖像，從家具到建築全面呈現★ 設計迷必收的視覺百科與靈感寶庫我們每天都生活在設計之中——椅子的曲線、餐具的形狀、城市的建築輪廓，背後都藏著一段段關於美學與時代的故事。《Design》帶領讀者穿越設計發展的長河，從工藝美術運動、包浩斯到當代數位設計，探索不同時代如何以設計回應生活與技術的變化。本書以豐富圖像為核心，呈現家具、海報、字體、建築與產品設計的經典之作，並透過時間軸與設計師介紹，串聯出清晰脈絡。從威廉．莫里斯到法蘭克．洛伊．萊特，每一位設計師都在重新定義「美」與「功能」。這不只是一本設計史，更是一場關於創意如何改變世界的視覺旅程。Celebrate the history of design with this stunning visual guide What makes a truly good design? This comprehensive reference guide explores the evolution of design through the key designers, manufacturers, objects, and the movements they inspired - from the Arts and Craft movement to the digital age.Design is all around us, from the chairs we use at work, to the crockery we eat on and the cars we drive. The pages of this book are packed with fabulous images of objects, technology, prints, buildings, and interiors that will help you explore the fascinating history of design movements, illustrating how and why different styles emerged and became popular. This glorious an

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 pivotal political, military, and cultural events that shaped Britishand Irish history, from Stone Age Britain to the present day, in this revisedand updated book.Combining over 700 photog

Offers a visual history and glorious celebration of all things train and track. This book traces the history and role of trains from steam engines to diesel engines and high-speed bullet trains. It is

Understand the rules of English grammar with this fun, fully illustrated reference book for children aged 5–9 who are studying English as a foreign language.Make learning grammar fun with this clear, simple and visual guide for children learning English as a foreign language or English as a second language (ESL). Young learners of English will be captivated and engaged by the dynamic visual approach that sets English for Everyone Junior: English Grammar apart from other language materials for children. Attractive illustrations, clear layouts, and simple explanations present and explain the rules of the English language in a way that is easy for younger learners to understand and digest. The grammar covered in this reference book will help children to describe the world around them, talk about their likes and dislikes, ask questions, and form negative sentences. Grammar is first presented in a realistic scene, and then broken down into small chunks that are easy to unders

A comprehensive and accessible visual history of music – from prehistory to the present.Why did jazz go Latin? And how did blues influence rock? Find out how music has shaped the world from prehistory to the present.Classical or rock, everyone has their favorite music style, but how did your top choice come about? Music is a compelling and richly illustrated history of the most unifying art form in the world. Explore the roots of all genres, from chants of the middle ages through the grandeur of the classical period to the modern rhythm of blues, jazz, hip-hop, and pop. Music includes illustrated histories of instruments and listening suggestions for each musical genre. Spectacular galleries display families of instruments from around the world, while special features showcase the evolution of key instruments, such as the piano and the guitar, and profile iconic innovators such as Mozart, Billie Holiday, and David Bowie. Charting every musical revolution, from bone flutes to electronic

This stunning visual guide explores and explains the greatest inventions, ideas, and discoveries throughout the ages, and introduces their inventors. Discover the first inventions, from fire, stone to

An essential teacher's companion to an innovative, uniquely visual English-language course, this guide helps English teachers--including those for whom English is not their native language--create cle

★ 專為兒童設計的詞素學入門書，建立語言理解基礎★ 視覺化學習架構，輕鬆掌握字首、字尾與字根★ 強化閱讀、拼字與字彙力，全面提升英語能力★ 結合最新閱讀科學理念，學習更有效率本書帶領孩子走進「單字的內部世界」，從最基本的詞素（morphemes）出發，認識字首（prefix）、字尾（suffix）與字根（root word），理解單字是如何被建構與延伸。不同於傳統死記硬背，本書透過大量圖像與結構化整理，幫助讀者建立「看懂單字」的能力，進而提升閱讀理解與拼字表現。書中收錄超過100個常見詞素，搭配實例與延伸字彙，讓孩子在學習過程中自然擴充字庫。同時，本書呼應當前「閱讀科學」（Science of Reading）的核心觀念，強調詞素覺識（morphological awareness）在閱讀發展中的重要性，幫助孩子建立穩固的語言基礎。適合英語學習初期的孩子，或是希望強化閱讀能力的學生。Delve into the fascinating world of morphemes, word formation, and discovery with this visual reference book, designed for curious young readersDK Super Where Words Come From is the ultimate guide for learning more about morphology and the origins of words. Discover amazing facts about the building blocks of language – from prefixes and suffixes to root words and bases.This morphology book for children offers:*A guide to understanding word formation through prefixes, suffixes, and root words.*A highly visual approach that makes association between words and where they originate easier to understa

Ideal for anyone who wants to learn English to native-speaker standard and prepare for major English exams including IELTS, TOEIC, and TOEFL, this fun and engaging visual guide to the most common and useful English idioms and phrases will help you understand and remember English idiomatic expressions and their meanings, making your English more fluent and natural.English for Everyone: English Idioms combines an innovative visual teaching method with the best of DK design to make one of the most difficult aspects of learning English as a foreign language incredibly easy. Hundreds of expressions are presented in context, with crystal-clear definitions and attractive illustrations that show each idiom's literal and idiomatic meaning. The book also covers English collocations and commonly confused words, helping you avoid the kind of mistakes that native English speakers would never make. Each teaching module is followed by tightly focused practice exercises to help you remember what you h

本書專為7歲以上兒童設計，以圖像方式引導學習，讓新詞彙更容易掌握。書中以清晰、簡單的插圖呈現單字與片語，並依主題分區，如城市生活、運動、建築工地或餐廳點餐等日常情境。透過這些生活化的場景，孩子能直觀地理解詞義並應用於實際對話中。本書不僅是一部字典，更是延伸學習的工具，幫助孩子建立更廣的英文詞彙基礎，提升語言運用能力。亮點：圖像搭配詞彙，理解更直觀主題式分區，貼近生活情境適合7歲以上孩子循序學習幫助拓展英文詞彙量Learning new words is now easier for children aged 7+ with the Children's Visual Dictionary.This stunning new dictionary uses clear and simple illustrations to depict words and phrases in an engaging manner. Words are grouped into themed sections that cover practical, everyday topics - such as city life, sports, construction, or ordering food in a restaurant - helping young readers grasp complicated topics and build their knowledge of the English language. Children's Visual Dictionary helps young learners push the boundaries of their English vocabulary.

英語自學系列English for Everyone推出全彩常用英語字典，收錄超過一萬的常見單字及片語，依照日常生活、工作及旅行等情境主題分類，佐以插圖及音檔，視覺、聽覺學習雙管齊下，輕鬆累績單字力。Learn more than 10,000 of the most useful words and phrases in English with this beautifully illustrated dictionary for English-language students. Building on the success of the English for Everyone program and DK's Bilingual Visual Dictionary series, English for Everyone: Illustrated English Dictionary uses crystal-clear illustrations to show the meaning of over 10,000 words of English vocabulary. The words are shown in a visual context in themed sections covering practical or everyday topics (such as shopping, food, or study), providing learners with all the vocabulary they need for work, travel, and leisure. Learning English vocabulary is even easier with this visually stunning dictionary.

Take your self-study English language learning and confidence to the top level with the fourth practice book in the visual learning series English for Everyone.Practice Book: Level 4 Advanced will help you to solidify the skills you learn from the Course Book: Level 4 Advanced or from your other courses or studies. Strengthen your language for topics such as family life, business, and news and the media.Grab your pen and work your way through the exercises as you cover each topic. Activities include filling in the blanks, true or false decision-making, matching the pairs, and much more. Audio material is provided at every stage through the English For Everyone website and apps to provide vital experience of spoken English and make even tricky phrases easy to understand.English for Everyone is aligned to the CEFR, the international standard for language learning, and ideal for preparation for major English-language exams including IELTS, TOEIC, and TOEFL. Whether you want to improve you

Take your self-study English language learning a step further with the third book in the easy-to-use, visual learning series.English for Everyone Level 3 Intermediate Course Book introduces topics such as telling a story, describing new experiences, relationships, and problem solving. The step-by-step teaching methods are clear and engaging, making the English language easy to learn by yourself. Key language skills, grammar rules, and vocabulary are explained alongside colorful illustrations to help you put new language into context. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises are set in bite-sized modules, allowing you to learn at your own pace.Free audio is available online to support your language learning, featuring native English speakers. The audio examples help you to build experience of spoken English and give you the chance to perfect your pronunciation.English for Everyone is aligned to the CEFR, the international standard for language learning, and ideal for preparat

Learn 100 essential first words with this pack of beautifully illustrated flashcards, perfect for children learning to read and speak Italian. Make learning a new language fun with this pack of 100 beautifully illustrated flash cards. Young learners of Italian will be captivated and engaged by the dynamic, visual approach that sets Italian for Everyone Junior apart from other language materials for children.Italian for Everyone Junior: Flash Cards have been designed for children who are starting to read and speak Italian. Each beautifully illustrated card features an image plus an essential first word, introducing nouns, verbs, and adjectives. On the reverse of the card, just the image is shown so children can test their knowledge.Interactive and engaging, these flash cards for kids include: - A beautifully illustrated pack of 105 flash cards for young children who are learning Italian either as a first or second language. - An essential first word and an illustration on each card, to

A combined reference book and workbook covering over 3,000 entries of essential words and phrases to expand your English vocabulary.Designed around the most up-to-date theories of language acquisition, English for Everyone: English Vocabulary Builder includes all the words and phrases English learners need to know. Question words, feelings, hairstyles, technology, seasons, entertainment, sports, and more are covered and illustrated, plus paired with audio in the accompanying app available for download. Readers can write their own translations and work through practice exercises to improve their English language skills. Ideal for ESL learners at all stages, from beginner to advanced.Series Overview: English for Everyone series teaches all levels of English, from beginner to advanced, to speakers of English as a second language. Innovative visual learning methods introduce key language skills, grammar, and vocabulary, which are reinforced with a variety of speaking, reading, and writing

Grab your Spidey-Suit and explore the Spider-Verse in this first-ever LEGO® Marvel Spider-Man™ book!Discover a vast multiverse of spidery Super Heroes and their unique worlds in this fun and engaging guide to the world of LEGO Marvel Spider-Man. Learn about the vehicles and locations and meet amazing superstars like Peter Parker, Miles Morales and Gwen Stacy – as well as lesser-known characters like Pork Grind and Scarlet Spider.Swing into action with LEGO Spider-Man as you explore the Spider-Verse:Features LEGO sets based on the Marvel Comics and films, showcasing a range of fan-favourite Spider-Man characters, vehicles, and locationsExplore LEGO Spider-Man’s world, gadgets and suits as you find out more about the web-slinging hero and his friendsAdd to your LEGO collection with an exclusive Spider-Man minifigure insideA wonderful gift for younger kids who love LEGO, Spider-Man, or both!This entry point to the Spider-Man multiverse is the perfect gift for young fans eager to know more

Get inside the machinery of the modern world and understand the science that makes it all work. Have you ever been tempted to take the back off your TV? Have you wondered about what's going on beneath your feet on the street where you live? How Technology Works lifts the lid on the technology you use all the time but take for granted. It also takes you to places you'll never get the chance to see, such as the inside of a nuclear storage facility or the crew capsule on top of a moon rocket. The book takes you on a journey of discovery, starting with technology at work inside the human body before exploring cities and factories and then blasting off into space. Along the way, you'll lose yourself in super-detailed illustrations that reveal amazing hidden things and explain how they work. How Technology Works is an inspiring guide that makes technology fun, fascinating, and accessible for curious minds of all ages.

Dive into a world of gross facts and discover the secret science of everything icky and sticky. This irresistibly disgusting book for children will teach you all you need to know about all kinds of animal and human waste and goo - what it's for, how it's made, where it goes, and lots more. Did you know that the global population produces more than a million tons of poo every day? Or that the ancient Egyptians used animal excrement in their medicine? That sea cucumbers can vomit their sticky insides when threatened, yet still survive? Children aged 9+ will love all these facts and more, presented either with jaw-dropping CGI illustrations or eye-popping photography - plus additional boxes feature diagrams that make information easy to understand. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore: 1,000 jaw-dropping, mind-blowing facts that will be sure to wow family and friends. Stunning CGI graphics, fun visual comparisons, and diagrams make stats and facts easy to understand.Science bo

Delve beneath the surface of the Earth with this pictorial atlas and discover the secrets of our planet.How did planet Earth form? What’s under the surface, and how can we see it? Why do volcanoes erupt? What do coasts and caves have in common? What’s so important about rocks and soil? All these questions and more are answered in The Earth Atlas – a lavishly illustrated guide to our planet. From oceans to ice regions to deserts, this book takes you on a trip around Earth’s features, explaining how they formed and what impact they have on us even today, supporting life and literally shaping the world with every tectonic movement.Richard Bonson’s hand-drawn illustrations allow you to see parts of the planet that can’t be shown in photographs, with diagrams clearly annotated to help explain what’s going on.

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a doctor's day with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 1: Doctor will help kids learn about a doctor's important work and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders, and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing core Grades 1 and 2 reading skills.Developing subject vocabulary on topic

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a pilot's day with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 1: Pilot will help kids learn about a pilot's important work and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing key Years 1 to 3 reading skills.Developing subject vocabulary on topics

Learn all about chocolate! Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers.Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the history and production of chocolate, with this fun-filled non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. The Story of Chocolate is a beautifully designed reader which will tell children where their favorite sweet treat comes from! The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the history, production and different kinds of chocolate.

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a teacher's day with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 1: A Day in the Life of a Teacher will help kids learn about a teacher's important work and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of non-fiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders, and more, all while developing vital non-fiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing core Grade 1 and 2 reading skills.Developing

Learn all about the fascinating world of insects--from bees, to butterflies, beetles, and more. Grab your magnifying glass and head out to discover all about insects-- their different types, body structures, and behaviors. Filled with eye-catching images and bite-sized information, every young nature enthusiast will marvel at the mind-boggling facts about these adaptable creatures. The book covers the seven major insect groups and includes profiles for more than 40 amazing insects, such as the stag beetle, monarch butterfly, and honeybee. Dive into their brilliant world and learn how some insects blend in with their surroundings. Discover how some can survive in different environments, while others can defend themselves against predators using clever tactics. Explore the many ways in which insects help humans, and the crucial role they play in pollination and maintaining a balance in the ecosystem. My Book of Bugs is a wonderful introduction to insects and their many incredible feature

Go on an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn about ocean wonders, from sharks to seamounts.Take a tour of the blue planet and discover everything you need to know about ocean geography and the animals that live beneath the waves.Topics range from individual sea creatures and their habitats, to how tides work and the ways in which we can look after the oceans. Bite-size chunks of information are complemented by captivating illustrations in Eric Carle's unique style, eye-catching photography, and simple how-it-works diagrams, while pull-out images and facts provide extra nuggets of interest. Young learners can find out all about marine mammals, deep sea fish, ocean zones, currents, islands, exploration, pollution, and much more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to oceans.For lovers ofThe Very Hungry Caterpillarand all bright young minds, this is the ultimate must-have oceans encyclopedia.

Go on an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn fascinating facts about animals. Take a tour of the animal kingdom and discover everything you need to know about creatures from elephants to ants in this colorful and charming first animal reference book. Different chapters focus on different animal types, with a new critter every time you turn the page. Bite-size chunks of information are complemented by captivating illustrations by the World of Eric Carle, eye-catching photography, and simple how-it-works diagrams, while pull-out images and facts provide extra nuggets of interest. Young learners can find out all about koalas, armadillos, eagles, penguins, turtles, frogs, sharks, and butterflies and many, many more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to nature. For lovers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and all bright young minds, this is the ultimate must-have animal encyclopedia.

Get your paints and canvases ready for a fun-filled journey through art! Explore how artists get ideas and bring them to life, how art can affect the way we think and feel, and why people throughout history loved it so much. Why is art important? What's so great about it? In this illustrated book, you'll see the world through famous artists' eyes, and what inspired them to make art. And you'll use their techniques to produce your own masterpieces. Did you know that early humans spent a great deal of time on their cave paintings? Before cameras and smartphones were invented, people had paintings and drawings made of them to keep a record of what they looked like. Many artists, such as Vincent Van Gogh and Frida Kahlo, used art as a language to express their feelings, thoughts, and emotions in ways that words couldn't. Explore techniques you can use to create art, and you don't have to be good at drawing and painting to do it. If you want to learn why art has the power to be beautiful, s

This book is full of stories highlighting how philosophy over the ages has impacted the way we think and behave today. Travel down the road of wisdom to discover how philosophers have puzzled over the meaning of life, the human experience, and existence itself. Why is philosophy important? What's so great about it? Take a leap into the world of philosophy and have all your questions answered while discovering the unexpectedly interesting history of philosophy and its many schools of thought. Philosophical ideas affect our day-to-day lives in ways that you might not expect. But understanding these ideas can be daunting--even for adults! If you want to learn how to improve your thinking, make Aristotelian friends, visit Plato in his famous cave, or discuss women's rights with Mary Wollstonecraft, What's the Point of Philosophy? is the place to start. By telling interesting stories to unpack complex theories, What's the Point of Philosophy? allows you to connect with philosophers of the p

How scientists changed the world, one breakthrough at a time. From the discovery of fire and the invention of the wheel to lunar landings and atoms, this book tells the extraordinary story of science and how it changed our world--one breakthrough at a time. Find out how history's most ingenious and daring scientists solved mysteries that had puzzled the ancient world for millennia, triggering an age of discovery that gave us telescopes, flying machines, steam engines, antibiotics, electricity, radio, space travel, and computers. Discover the amazing men and women who challenged conventional thinking and put their lives at risk to learn about everything from planetary orbits and gold to germs, gunpowder and radioactivity. What's the Point of Science? explains in super-simple terms how science really works and why it brought the world out of the dark ages. It's packed with surprising facts, tales of ingenuity and endeavor, and beautiful hand-drawn illustrations that bring the human story

A fun fact book that answers more than 50 burning questions for young Marvel fans!Discover everything you've always wanted to know about your favorite Super Heroes!How much weight can the Hulk lift? What's the farthest distance Spider-Man can sling a web? Can Iron Man fly faster than a space rocket? Young Marvel Super Hero fans want to know everything about their favorite characters from how hard Thor can slam his hammer to the size of the smallest hole Wasp can fly through―and much more.Whether they are obsessed with Marvel comic books or they've only heard about Super Heroes in the playground, young fans will love discovering the fascinating answers to wild, wacky, and wonderful questions about Marvel Super Heroes.