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First published in 1653, Izaak Walton's "The Compleat Angler" is a classic and much-loved treatise on the art of fishing. Immediately popular after its publication, "The Compleat Angler" was reprinted and updated numerous times by Walton. Written as a conversation between the fictional characters of the experienced angler Piscator and his student Viator, which was changed to a hunter named Venator in later editions, the treatise is part an instructional...
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Discover Series Books for Babies,Toddlers Raising a little genius? SCIENCE brings full,color photos of scientific tools and elements to your children. Each photo has a title beneath it so you'll never mix up an atom and a molecule again. Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to introduce new images, words and concepts to kids. The Discover Series Books feature a large photo and a word or two to name the...
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With Bewick on my knee, I was then happy...' Jane Eyre Charlotte Bronte's heroine was not alone in her enjoyment of Thomas Bewick's British Birds - since its first publication in 1797 it has become one of the best-loved classics of natural history. Bewick's masterful woodcuts are more than scientific records; each beady eye and jaunty pose betrays the artist's love of birds. This edition includes over 180 bird species, from garden favourites such...
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What is a "living fossil?" Can jellyfish live forever? What is the deadliest animal on the planet?
Find out the answers to these questions and much, much more in this fascinating fact book. With clear, engaging text and vibrant illustrations, kids can dive into the amazing animal kingdom in an accessible and engaging way. Perfect for children aged 7+.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Big Ideas! is a dynamic, high-energy "fun fact" series for children. Packed...
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With Bewick on my knee, I was then happy...' Jane Eyre
Charlotte Bronte's heroine was not alone in her enjoyment of Thomas Bewick's British Birds-since its first publication in 1797 it has become one of the best-loved classics of natural history. Bewick's masterful woodcuts are more than scientific records; each beady eye and jaunty pose betrays the artist's love of birds.
This edition includes over 180 bird species, from garden favourites such...
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Did you know that the periodic table started out as a card game? Or that scientists once thought that Saturn had ears?
This highly accessible, dynamic book is packed with fun, unexpected and awesome ideas about science. It mixes a fresh, modern illustration style with punchy, eye-opening facts and humorous anecdotes about famous scientists and their groundbreaking discoveries.
Ideal for children aged 8+.
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Did you know astronauts never snore? Or that bees can't see red?
This book proves once and for all that there is nothing dusty or dull about science! Science Is Awesome is packed full of 101 eye-opening and extraordinary science facts that kids will love to discover and share. Each fact hooks readers into a discussion of some of the most fascinating areas of science.
A great gift for children aged 8+.
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From brain cells and the Big Bang to energy and elements, this beautiful encyclopedia brings together cutting-edge knowledge, awe-inspiring ideas, and eye-opening images. Key concepts are explained with clarity but accuracy by an expert author; and brought to life by carefully chosen images, which showcase extraordinary photography. This title should find a place on the bookshelves of all children aged 8+.
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From the top of Mount Everest to the depths of the ocean - and down to the center of the earth - this book is the essential guide for all those who live on our planet.
Planet Earth Is Awesome is packed full of 101 eye-opening and extraordinary facts about our world that kids will love to discover and share. Each fact hooks readers into a discussion of some of the most fascinating and mind-boggling ways in which our planet works.
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Have you ever wondered where precious, glittering gemstones come from, how crystals form, or where you can see some of the biggest diamonds on Earth?
Inside this book you'll discover tons of rock-solid facts and high-carat images alongside cutting-edge science. You will find out everything you need to know about the sparkling, captivating world of gemstones and crystals! Perfect for kids aged 7+.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Discovery Pack is a science reference...
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Can rats learn to surf? How fat was the fattest cat? How many Lego bricks would it take to reach the Moon?
Find out the answers to these questions and many, many more in this fascinating fact book. With clear, engaging text and vibrant illustrations, kids can discover the world's fastest, biggest, oldest, and weirdest in an accessible and engaging way. Perfect for children aged 7+.
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Why does popcorn pop? What makes you hiccup? Why do zebras have stripes? The answers to these and many other brain-teasing questions can be found in this fact-packed book. The clear explanations will help readers aged 8 and up make sense of the world's most weird and wonderful things and build up their scientific knowledge.
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What is the longest bone in your body? Are turkeys from Turkey? When was toilet paper invented?
Find out the answers to these questions and much, much more in this fascinating fact book. With clear, engaging text and vibrant illustrations, kids can explore some of the strangest, grossest, and most fascinating parts of our world in an accessible and engaging way. Perfect for children aged 7+.
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What is snot made of? Can trees talk to each other? How was the Grand Canyon made?
Discover the answers to these questions and more in this wild and wacky book filled with mind-blowing science facts for young readers. With an engaging Q&A format and hilarious cartoon illustrations, this book supports STEM learning and is a wonderful way to introduce scientific ideas to children in an entertaining and accessible way. Perfect for children aged 7+.
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This eye-catching, mind-expanding book will show you that physics is out of this world!
Whether you're a budding Einstein or taking your first steps in STEM, you'll be amazed by the fascinating facts inside. You'll rediscover subjects such as light and sound, machines, and forces in an entirely new light. Each new concept is kicked off with a surprising fact-and then we take you behind the scenes to discover the science secrets behind that particular...
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Delve into the mysteries of the ancient Earth with this highly visual, full-colour guide, written by renowned natural history author, Marianne Taylor.
From the origins of life to the reign of the dinosaurs and the ice age, this fascinating book explores the diversity of life on Earth in the time before humans came to dominate the planet. Learn how species rose, fell, and evolved as they adapted to a changing climate and the varied ecosystems that...
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"We had seen God in His splendours, heard the text that Nature renders. We had reached the naked soul of man."
In 1914, Ernest Shackleton set out on an 1,800-mile trek across Antarctica. During the three-year expedition, his team overcame shipwreck, treacherous glaciers, and a bitterly hostile climate. They faced the elements on this icy continent with extraordinary determination, resourcefulness, and courage. This account by one of Britain's greatest...
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From the majestic waters of the Nile to the mighty Yellow and Yangtze rivers to the grand Mississippi to the immense Amazon river, the great rivers of the world have captured the human imagination and shaped our history. In this fascinating guide, Geordie Torr explores the natural forces that have created these rivers, their impacts on the environment, and the myriad ways they have affected societies and cultures.
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100 Catastrophic Disasters is an astounding compendium of natural and man-made disasters. The range of entries is extraordinary, from the bizarre to the horrific, and from the heartbreaking to the ridiculous. The book includes some of history's most incredible disasters and tells in vivid detail the story of events of people involved, the impact of particular disasters and the destruction and sorrow they left in their wake. From the eruption of Vesuvius...
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Whether you're curious about tiny bugs or terrifying beasts, this book is jam-packed with incredible, weird and wonderful facts about animals! Our mischievous narrator and his cartoon friends will reveal amazing facts about all kinds of animals, including prehistoric predators, creepy crawlies, feathered friends and everyday pets. There's even a whole section on the grossest facts, which may turn the stomachs of even the most dedicated animal lover!...
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