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Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war to the signing of the Constitution. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour through revolutionary America. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the British, plus see the muskets and cannons of the armies, learn how soldiers were drilled, and find out why Yorktown was not the end of the Revolution.Eyewitness American Revolution will bring you face-to-face with American revolutionaries including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin. This museum in a book uses striking full-color photographs and illustrations of colonial weaponry, the notorious British redcoat uniform, deadly warships, the historic Declaration of Independence, and much more as well as amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to help bring this extraordinary war to life.Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting

Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war to the signing of the Constitution. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour through revolutionary America. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the British, plus see the muskets and cannons of the armies, learn how soldiers were drilled, and find out why Yorktown was not the end of the Revolution. Eyewitness American Revolution will bring you face-to-face with American revolutionaries including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin. This museum in a book uses striking full-color photographs and illustrations of colonial weaponry, the notorious British redcoat uniform, deadly warships, the historic Declaration of Independence, and much more as well as amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to help bring this extraordinary war to life. Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now gett

From small pets to large predators, discover how cats use their whiskers, senses, paws, claws, and more. This essential guide explores common cat characteristics and features iconic members of the cat family – find out why male lions have manes and how stripes on a tiger’s coat help it hunt. Read fascinating myths and legends of cats through history, view cat artifacts from ancient civilizations around the world, and learn how to identify domestic cat breeds as well as how to care for your pet. Eyewitness Cat introduces a much-loved pet alongside its wild family members in the animal kingdom. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover cat behavior, characteristics, big cats, domestic cat breeds, and much more along with amazing facts, infographics, and statistics to see cats as never before. Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seeke

From small pets to large predators, discover how cats use their whiskers, senses, paws, claws, and more.This essential guide explores common cat characteristics and features iconic members of the cat family – find out why male lions have manes and how stripes on a tiger’s coat help it hunt. Read fascinating myths and legends of cats through history, view cat artifacts from ancient civilizations around the world, and learn how to identify domestic cat breeds as well as how to care for your pet.Eyewitness Cat introduces a much-loved pet alongside its wild family members in the animal kingdom. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover cat behavior, characteristics, big cats, domestic cat breeds, and much more along with amazing facts, infographics, and statistics to see cats as never before.Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers

Discover how we got to where we are, in this multidisciplinary approach to 13.8 billion years of human and cosmic history.With the Big Bang as its starting point, Big History places humans in the contextof our Universe, revealing how and why we got to where we are today. From the formation of our Universe and the dawn of time to the present day, a series of major events has changed the nature and course of life on the planet we call home. With trademark clarity – and the support of the Big History Institute –DK unites ideas and concepts of multiple disciplines, from physics to sociology, to create a visual account of 13.8 billion years of history. By taking us right back to our origins in the stars, and exploring how a unique series of events led to and then impacted human existence, Big History gives us a deeper understanding of the world we live in now.

Celebrating the very best of roses, including the right varieties to choose and how to grow them.With more than 30,000 different types of roses available to gardeners across the world, how do you find the right one for your garden?A rose is one of the most beautiful, versatile, and rewarding plants that a gardener can grow. Roses is a joyous celebration of this garden icon that brings together stunning photography of rose gardens and displays from across the world with practical, expert advice on how to choose, grow, and enjoy roses in any garden, anywhere.Far more than a basic guide to rose cultivation, this invaluable guide teaches gardeners how they can make the most of their garden’s unique qualities, from practical considerations like soil and climate to the mood and style of the space. With the book’s unique “rose selector” section, readers can identify the ideal roses for their garden and discover the varieties best suited to uses such as for scent or for pergolas.

A book-and-card collection of 50 fun outdoor challenges to make any family camping trip one to remember, whatever the weather.Ranging from the silly to the sublime, once you’ve tried any of the 50 challenges in this brilliant book-and-card set, it will become a must-pack for all family camping trips.Featuring 50 boredom-busting ideas, never struggle for something to do on your next camping break with this collection of brilliant challenges. Not only will the cards keep the kids active, engaged, and laughing day or night and whatever the weather, the games are fun for grown-ups to play, too. Challenge themes covered include look-and-find, creative, active, LOL, and more, with each one only ever needing equipment regularly taken on a camping trip or items you can easily find in nature. So whether it’s going on a creepy crawly hunt, taking part in the sleeping bag triathlon, or trying to sing your favorite song around the campfire with eight marshmallows shoved in your mouth, kids and adu

This beautiful board book about friendships and ocean life shows curious kids that everyone needs a friend, even the starfish and seahorses! Everyone has a friend. The seahorse is friends with the octopus, and the fish is friends with the starfish. Even the seashells have friends. This charming board book introduces babies to the idea of friendship and what it means to have a friend as well as gently covering sea life and the underwater world for young children. With enchanting illustrated characters by Sue Downing, We Are Friends: In the Sea is sure to excite and delight its tiny readers. Whether you are looking for a gift for a baby, or just an adorable bedtime story for adults to share with their little ones, this warm and affectionate baby book is the perfect choice.

Take your little ones on a trip across the world, meeting people from many different cultures along the way, in this beautifully illustrated picture book. All Lucile wants is a nice place that she can call home, but she can’t decide where or how to build it. She takes a trip across the world to see where and how other people live, whether it is on a lake, at the top of a mountain, or even inside an igloo. From the tropical rainforest to the snowy Arctic, follow Lucile on her travels and explore the wonderful scenery of the world. Will she ever find her dream home?With stunning full page illustrations, and a simple but enchanting narrative, this children’s book is perfect for adults and children to read together. My Cabin at the End of the World introduces little ones to many different types of natural landscapes, and teaches them about diverse world cultures.

A cool compendium of extraordinary figures and number-based facts about everything in the world from animals to art.Zillions of fun figures at your fingertips!Are you eager to know all the most incred

A delightful, heart-warming story about a perky pumpkin who just wants to fit in this Halloween. Halloween is approaching and it's time for the kids to pick out their pumpkins. The pumpkins have been

This beautifully illustrated children's book takes a close look at the life cycle of water, including how it supports all life forms, how humans harness its power, and why we need to conserve it. Water is essential for life. In fact, 60 percent of an adult human is made up of water We drink it and bathe in it, and thousands of creatures live in it. Yet our planet is running desperately low on fresh water, with less than one percent of the water on Earth available to fuel and feed the current population of 7.5 billion people. So dive into the wonderful world of water and find out how you can save this life-giving substance. From raindrops falling from the sky, to rushing rivers and vast oceans full of animals and plants, water is everywhere. Discover how it affects Earth's weather, through rainstorms, snow flurries, and cyclones, and gives life to animals, plants, and humans. Learn how it is used in growing food and in making clothing, as well as how water travels into our homes at the

A fact-packed look at what garbage is and how to deal with it.Discover the key facts about waste and how we can produce less to help protect our planet.Waste management is an issue humans have encount

An unbeatable guide to Venice, updated annually by experts and packed with insider tips and ideas, detailed maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map, all designed to help you see the very best

An unbeatable guide to Vienna, updated annually by experts and packed with insider tips and ideas, detailed maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map, all designed to help you see the very best

An unbeatable guide to Amsterdam, updated annually by experts and packed with insider tips and ideas, detailed maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map, all designed to help you see the very b

An unbeatable guide to Boston, updated annually by experts and packed with insider tips and ideas, detailed maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map, all designed to help you see the very best

An unbeatable guide to Madrid, updated annually by experts and packed with insider tips and ideas, detailed maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map, all designed to help you see the very best

An unbeatable guide to Prague, updated annually by experts and packed with insider tips and ideas, detailed maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map, all designed to help you see the very best

With 50 fun and easy games to play with LEGO bricks, families will spend more quality time together. Plus, the book includes exclusive bricks to get you started.Looking for ways to spend more quality

Space: A Children’s Encyclopedia is completely revised and updated for 2020, with new images and information to cover the latest developments in all things space-y.From Space travel and exploration to

Discover the real history behind the Mayflower in this illustrated nonfiction storybook for kids ages 7 to 9, timed to coincide with the 400th anniversary of the Pilgrims’ famous voyage to the America

From Jimi Hendrix to Ed Sheeran, every guitar hero started somewhere - so stop dreaming and start playing!Covering acoustic and electric, this book includes everything you need to know, from choosing

Encourage little ones to explore their emotions and discover exactly what makes them happy in this board book for young children.I Feel Happy is the ideal board book to help children understand how ha

David Macaulay's troupe of curious mammoths lead you through the basics of physics, biology, and chemistry in this unconventional and highly original guide to science.From the interior of an atom to t

This comprehensive, accessible, and authenticated guide to Islam is essential to understanding the world’s fastest-growing religion.This essential guide to Islam covers every aspect of the Muslim fait

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

A look at animals and plants from the point of view of their amazing scientific adaptations.Join bestselling author Steve Mould to uncover nature’s greatest scientists, engineers, and mathematicians f

Packed with facts, kids will love learning about elected leaders from around the world, from Barack Obama to Nelson Mandela, and how they came to power.With this nonfiction politics book, children wil

Packed with facts, kids will love learning about elected leaders from around the world, from Barack Obama to Nelson Mandela, and how they came to power.With this nonfiction politics book, children wil

Find your route to natural wellness with Neal’s Yard Remedies’ expert guide to using medicinal herbs.Essential Herbs offers expert advice and know-how you can trust in this detailed guide, which featu

Look, it’s a Jedi!Have you ever wondered how a Jedi becomes a Jedi? (Spoiler alert: It’s not easy.) Charting the journey from tiny, Force-sensitive toddler to awesome Jedi Master, this book has all th

So, you want to learn what it takes to be a Jedi? Are you sure?The Star Wars galaxy can be a dangerous place, and becoming a Jedi is not all about using the Force, dueling with lightsabers, lifting X-

Follow the Black Panther’s challenges to become a warrior king and one of Earth’s mightiest heroes.What does it take to rule a great nation? How does King T’Challa, the Black Panther, become the stron

Exactly who, or what, is the Black Panther?!So you want to know how T’Challa became the mighty Black Panther―the strongest and swiftest man in all Wakanda? This guide has all the answers to your quest

From reproduction to respiration and from enzymes to ecosystems, this guide makes complex topics easy to grasp at a glance. Perfect support for home and school learning.Each topic is fully illustrated

Welcome little ones to the Windy City with this handy guide to Chicago, covering highlights from food to famous landmarks.This board book is ideal for kids visiting Chicago or city natives who want to

A practical guide to parenting 13-18 year olds that applies psychology to over 100 everyday scenarios.As the teenage brain rewires, hormones surge, and independence beckons, a perfect storm for family

Discover how to capture the moods and moments of each season to stunning effect with renowned photographer Tom Ang.From photographing a dewdrop in spring to a beautiful frost in winter, you can now fo