The invention of plastics was one of the most important discoveries of the past century, revolutionising the way things are made, stored, and packaged. This book tells the story of plastics, from the
We depend on electricity in almost everything that we do. It gives us heat, light, transportation and entertainment. Electricity has always existed, but it is only in the last 200 years or so that we
Each title in this series introduces readers to some of the most intriguing, amazing, fascinating, and surprising people, places, animals, and things in the universe.
Each title in this series introduces readers to some of the most intriguing, amazing, fascinating, and surprising people, places, animals, and things in the universe.
Introduces readers to facts about the solar system and Earth, answering such questions as "How hot is the sun," "How big is our galaxy," and "what's the deepest place on Earth."
This biography, the first published of Alfred Maudslay (1850-1931), describes an extraordinary man and his pioneering achievements in revealing the previously little-known culture of the ancient Maya.
What kid doesn't love dump trucks? And diggers, loaders, bulldozers, and big spinning concrete mixers? There are also mighty machines that kids might not see. Rock-eating tunnelers used underground, r
"An unfamiliar noise stops shoppers in their tracks: cars and a truck are crashing into each other. Fortunately no-one is hurt seriously, but what has caused the accident? This book looks at the topic
In this biography, the first published about Alfred Maudslay (1850-1931), Ian Graham describes this extraordinary Englishman and his pioneering investigations of the ancient Maya ruins.Maudslay, the g
My Best Book of Spaceships introduces young readers to the amazing variety of spacecraft past, present, and ready to blast off into the future. From the first steps on the Moon, to life on a space sta
Discover some of the most incredible flying machines of all time in this lift-the-flap book by the bestselling, award-winning Stephen Biesty. With amazingly detailed drawings and over 40 flaps, young
These two-wheelers are monsters of speed, sports and fun. They can be as quiet as a racing bike or as loud as a roaring Harley-Davidson or a screaming superbike. There are Motocross bikes, BMX stunt b
Fifty Ships That Changed the Course of History is a beautiful guide to fifty water vessels that played a key role in world history and had a great impact on human civilization. The book presents the s
Monster trucks are noisy, roaring monsters! They crush cars, jump in the air, ride over ramps, and do wheelies and spin. But there are more monster trucks. Road giants haul the biggest, heaviest and l
Each title in this series takes readers on a historical journey, examining how people coped in the past and how they developed ingenious ways to make life safer and less unpleasant. Each book features
Discover the world of construction and create your own building machines! This book combines fact-filled spreads with an interactive building element. Colourful, humorous illustrations explain the mec
Discover the most amazing building designs since 1900. From the Empire State Building to, this book charts the story of design that led to some amazing games and gadgets. We look at the needs that pro
Discover the most amazing gadget designs since 1900. From the Japanese Tamagotchi to the iPhone, this book charts the story of design that led to some amazing games and gadgets. We look at the needs t
I Love Monster Trucks is the ultimate hands-on guide for truck fans everywhere. Kids can roar through the world of monster trucks and other incredible vehicles as they learn about oversized working tr
Each book in this series follows a packet of energy along a journey. Each stage of the journey is described in a short chapter, and we learn what alternative paths the energy might have taken along th
"What is it like to witness a tsunami? This book looks at the Japanese and other tsunamis, using firsthand accounts to describe events and people's experiences, providing multiple perspectives from ey
This lively, interactive series will enthrall young and reluctant readers by making them part of the story, inviting them to become the main character and revel in the gory, dark, horrific side of lif
Uncover the boldest and most notorious impostors and frauds in history! Packed with fun facts and outrageous stories, THE ULTIMATE BOOK OF IMPOSTERS presents more than 100 of the craziest and funnies
An in-depth look at the world's mightiest structures. Stunning foldout pages, panels, diagrams, photographs and "Mega Facts" boxes make this book a stimulating read for all ages. Megastructures des
For anyone who ever wanted to be an archaeologist, Ian Graham could be a hero. This lively memoir chronicles Graham's career as the "last explorer" and a fierce advocate for the protection and preserv
