From spiders and scorpions to beetles and centipedes, how do you fancy keeping one of these minibeasts as a pet? This book shows you how to care for your minibeast to make sure it has a happy home.
Instant Expert: Rugby is a light-hearted look at rugby that features all the facts and stats, lists and essential data that readers of all ages love, as well as an overview of how to play the game. Gr
Describes how deforestation affects the environment, contributing to the growing threat of global warming, devastating floods, and animal endangerment.
Recounts the events of the Second World War, discussing the United States entrance into the war, and describes how the Germans flattened the streets of London.
Using the physical performances of soldiers as examples, describes the various functions of the human body, from the skeleton to the respiratory, digestive, and circulatory systems.
'Thrilling, brilliant, radical ... an admirable defence of humans against machines' GuardianA passionate defence of humanity and a work of radical optimism from the international bestselling author of
The world is facing a wave of uprisings, protests and revolutions: Arab dictators swept away, public spaces occupied, slum-dwellers in revolt, cyberspace buzzing with utopian dreams. Events we were to
Bizarre, incredible and downright eye-popping facts about the natural worldIn Eye-popping Plant Part Facts, you'll learn about some of the most astonishing things going on in the stems, blossoms, seed
Bizarre, incredible and dead-awesome facts about the natural worldIn Dead-awesome Dinosaur Body Facts, you'll learn about some of the most astonishing creatures that used to roam on Earth. From sails
See the world from a whole new angle as amazing isometric artwork reveals the technology, science and engineering behind our world's infrastructure. Discover in this book how transport helps us to t
See the world from a whole new angle as isometric artwork reveals the technology, science and engineering behind our infrastructure. Discover in this book how technology powers our homes, keeps us h
Get inside the events of the biggest sporting occasion in the world!The Olympic Games feature a dazzling variety of sporting events, from sprinting to fencing, and from powerlifting to rhythmic gymnas
Over the past two centuries or so, capitalism has undergone profound changes—economic cycles that veer from boom to bust—from which it has always emerged transformed and strengthened. Surveying this t
From boyhood to knighthood, becoming one of the king's men is not an easy journey. Find out about one knight's personal tale, and decide if you really still want that suit of armour.
British journalist Mason tells stories of labor struggles that even labor historians do not know, let alone other historians, and to say nothing of the general public--literate or not. The neglect can
Snappy the Nile crocodile introduces key science topics with a quirky bit of fun and asks questions to involve readers in exploring the topics further. In this book, find out all about materials, whet
Snappy the Nile crocodile introduces key science topics with a quirky bit of fun and asks questions to involve readers in exploring the topics further. In this book, find out about the different parts
Get up close with the champions of the biggest sporting event in the world!From shot-putters to ice-skaters, the Olympic Games showcase the very best sporting achievements and feature some truly memor
Get up close with the champions of the biggest sporting event in the world!From shot-putters to ice-skaters, the Olympic Games showcase the very best sporting achievements and feature some truly memor
Snappy the Nile crocodile introduces key science topics with a quirky bit of fun and asks questions to involve readers in exploring the topics further. In this book, find out about all kinds of plants
Snappy the Nile crocodile introduces key science topics with a quirky bit of fun and asks questions to involve readers in exploring the topics further. In this book, find out about all kinds of animal
Build your sports skills with the Sports Academy series. Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the importan
Build your sports skills with the Sports Academy series. Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important
Do you know how many zeros there are in a duotrigintillion? Or which country has the greatest number of smartphones? Have you ever heard of the 'curiosity gap'? And do you know how fast the speediest
"Though it's relatively new, snowboarding is one of the most popular winter sports out there both because it's thrilling to watch and fun to do! From half pipes to slalom courses, find out about the v
