Eyewitness books
Author
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Arctic & Antarctic
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2)
Football
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3)
Life
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4)
Media & communications
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Africa
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Archeology
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Bible lands
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Boat
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Book
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10)
Building
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Civil War
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12) Costume
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Series
Publisher
Distributed by Random House
Pub. Date
2001
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text document the history and meaning of clothing, from loincloths to modern children's clothes.
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Cowboy
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Desert
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Dinosaur
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Electronics
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Elephant
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Epidemic
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20)
Farm
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21)
Film
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22) Flag
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
Covers flags from countries all over the world, including special flags such as signal flags for ships and boats, flags for special festivals and sports, political flags and coats of arms.
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Force & motion
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24)
Gorilla, monkey & ape
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25)
Goya
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26)
Impressionism
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27) Knight
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Series
Publisher
Dk Pub
Pub. Date
2007.
Language
English
Description
Explores what life was like for knights in medieval times. Covers topics such as battles, hunting, weaponry, armor, jousting, and castles.
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Light
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29)
Manet
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30)
Monet
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31) Mythology
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies around the world--
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Perspective
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Prehistoric life
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34)
Renaissance
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35)
Shell
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36)
Spy
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37)
Super Bowl
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38)
Technology
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Time & space
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40) Train
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
A picture-packed guide to the fascinating story of trains and how they have transformed our world. Discover how the vision of George Stephenson, the "father of the railroad," materialized into an age of steam around the world. Study the cut-out of a locomotive to understand how the movement of the piston turns the wheels. Learn how the American railroad contributed to the development and progress in the US and facilitated the spread of population...
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Van Gogh
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Watercolor
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Witches & magic-makers
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44) Everest
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Pub
Pub. Date
2001.
Language
English
Description
Provides information on Everest and mountains around the world. Includes sections on mountain climbing gear, the Winter Olympics, and alpine conservation.
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Rain forest
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46)
Rescue
Author
47) Judaism
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2003
Language
English
Description
Discusses the historical origins, teachings, practices, persecution, spread, and challenges of Judaism. Explore the history, faith, and traditions of the Jews in this stunning guide to Judaism, past and present. Fascinating works of art, historical objects, and contemporary photographs, together with a clear account of the history of the Jewish people, combine to present a dramatic "eyewitness" view of this ancient religion.
48) Submarine
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2003.
Language
English
Description
Features how submersible vessels work and what it's like to live underwater.
49) Ancient Greece
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Readers can journey back in time to ancient Greece in this visually stunning introduction to one of the world's founding nations that features fascinating information, statistics and facts showing how the ancient Greeks transformed our world.
"Travel back in time to a civilization rich in epic heroes, powerful gods, myths, and legends. Discover how ancient Greek art, ideas, science, and medicine have influenced the world today, and how a sports...
50) Ancient Rome
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Step into the world of ancient Rome and meet its emperors, gods, soldiers, and gladiators. Who were Rome's most famous emperors? What was everyday life like for a soldier in the Roman army? How did the citizens of ancient Rome live? Did gladiators really fight to the death in the mighty Colosseum? Find out the answers to all these questions, and many more, in Eyewitness Ancient Rome. Photographs of real artefacts and detailed illustrations will help...
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Arms & armor
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Astronomy
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53)
Castle
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54) Cat
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Text and photographs present the anatomy, behavior, habitats, and other aspects of wild and domestic cats.
55) Crystal & gem
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about sparkling gemstones and eye-catching crystals in this handy reference guide for young readers. From the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide. Discover what exactly crystals and gems are, how they're formed, how to identify them, and how they can be used in everything from microchips to jewelry making. How can a rough diamond become a show-stopping...
56) Dog
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub., Inc
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
Covers the evolutionary history of the entire dog family, their domestication, anatomy, behavior, and breeds, highlighting the many ways in which they have helped people throughout history.
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Eyewitness dinosaur
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58)
Future
Author
59)
Horse
Author
60)
Human body
Author
61) Insect
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Discusses the physical attributes of insects, kinds of insects, and how insects live.
Explores the anatomy, behavior, and ecological role of the world's most populous class of animals.
"A visual and informative guide to the numerous crawly creatures on Earth, now revised and updated in the relaunched DK Eyewitness Books format. Get up close and personal and be an eyewitness to some of the most successful, adaptable, and numerous crawly creatures...
62) Jungle
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Examines the plants, animals, and insects found in the world's tropical rain forests.
63) Mammal
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
Examines the world of mammals, depicting their development, feeding habits, courtship rituals, protective behavior, and physical adaptation to their various ways of life.
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Mars
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Medieval life
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Mummy
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67) Music
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
Covers the history of music, how instruments are made, and how they have evolved today.
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Ocean
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Photography
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70) Pirate
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2007.
Language
English
Description
Covers the bloodthirsty activities of pirates, from the barbarous corsairs of the Mediterranean to the cutthroat buccaneers of the Spanish Main.
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Pyramid
Author
72)
Robot
Author
73) Rocks & minerals
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Find our about the rocks beneath your feet and te minerals they contain. Discover how they are used--from the graphite in pencils, to precious metals and gems. Learn the secrets of ancient fossils and how new rocks are made." -- Back cover.
"Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals"--
74) Seashore
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub., Inc
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
Features the animal inhabitants of the seashore, including fish, crustaceans, snails, and shorebirds.
75) Shark
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that sharks first appeared in the oceans 200 million years before the dinosaurs, and that they have an electrical sixth sense that helps them locate their prey? How dangerous is a great white shark? Can a whale shark really grow as big as a city bus? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions, then this may be the book for you! Discover where they live, why they are hunted, and what can be done to protect them. The book...
76)
Skeleton
Author
77) Titanic
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Language
English
Formats
Description
Detailed descriptions of the "Titanic," including its accommodations and a retelling of its sinking in the North Atlantic in April, 1912.
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Weather
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Whale
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World Series
Author
81) World War II
Author
Series
Publisher
DK, in association with the Imperial War Museum
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and illustrations describe the events of World War II, from the British, French, Italian, and German pre-war preparations to the atomic bomb and defeat of Japan and the German surrender.
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Presents a visual guide to the people, battles, and events of America's war for independence, and includes explanatory text.
Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war all the way through 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 great British Empire, plus see...
83)
Amphibian
Author
84) Ancient China
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub., Inc
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Covers the history of Imperial China from its earliest beginnings to the days of the last emperor.
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Aztec, Inca & Maya
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86)
Baseball
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Basketball
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88)
Car
Author
89)
Chemistry
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Crime & detection
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91)
Dance
Author
92)
Early humans
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Earth
Author
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Ecology
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Electricity
Author
96) Explorer
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
A photo essay about ancient to modern explorations of the land, sea, and air.
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Eyewitness mythology
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Eyewitness NASCAR
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Eyewitness religion
Author
100) Fish
Author
Series
Publisher
DK/Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Take a plunge into the dephts and encounter speedy swimmers, deep divers, and bottom feeders. From stealthy sharks to curious catfish, find out fantastic fishy facts about how these underwater creatures hunt, hide, drive, and glide."--
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Food
Author
102) Invention
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Explores such inventions as the wheel, gears, levers, clocks, telephones, and rocket engines.
103) Islam
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Discover the faith, culture, and history that have shaped the modern Islamic world.
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Money
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105)
North American Indian
Author
106)
Olympics
Author
107)
Pond & river
Author
108) Shipwreck
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Explores shipwrecks throughout history and the artifacts and treasure that they have left undersea.
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Sports
Author
110) Tree
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Language
English
Formats
Description
Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, and the creatures that live in trees.
111) Vietnam War
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Traces the history of the Asian war that killed over 58,000 Americans, discussing the causes and effects, leaders, major battles, guerrilla warfare, aerial bombing, weaponry, peace negotiations, and lessons learned.
112)
Wild West
Author
113) Christianity
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
c2006
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs explore the faith of Christianity from its origins to its role in the 21st century.
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Eyewitness great scientists
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116)
Eyewitness Mesopotamia
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117)
Oil
Author
118)
Bird
Author
119) Presidents
Author
Series
Publisher
DK/Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Follow the early lives and political careers of the US presidents and see how they came into office, with full-color photographs of campaign memorabilia, family portraits, handwritten letters, mementos, and more. Discover how Abraham Lincoln saved the Union, why teddy bears are named after Theodore Roosevelt, and how Thomas Jefferson doubled the size of the nation with the Louisiana Purchase"--
120) Vote
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
Description
Explores the history of the election process--from Roman times to the present.
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Battle
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Evolution
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Moon
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Soldier
Author
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Space exploration
Author
126) Universe
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history of astronomy, including the discovery of the planets, sun, stars, and distant galaxies, and details human exploration of the universe.
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Viking
Author
128)
Water
Author
129)
Baseball
Author
130)
Chicago
131) Dinosaur
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Packed with incredible statistics and facts about dinosaurs written in easy-to-grasp text, this kids book will help cultivate the paleontologists of tomorrow.
"Travel back in time to a world filled with fearsome predators and long-necked giants. From terrifying Tyrannosaurus rex to ancient deep-sea monsters and flying reptiles, learn about how these fascinating prehistoric animals lived--and became extinct--more than 66 million years ago." -- Back...
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Economy
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Endangered animals
Author
134) Soccer
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Examines all aspects of the game of soccer, including its history, rules, soccer skills, tactics, equipment, famous players, and playing fields.
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Treasure
Author
136) City
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
"Discover the story of the city--from ancient settlements to the modern metropolis."--cover.
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Computer
Author
138) Flight
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Traces the history and development of aircraft from hot-air balloons to jetliners, and includes information on the principles of flight and the inner workings of various flying machines.
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Pond and river
Author
140)
Predator
Author
141) Eyewitness science: discover the story of science and how it shaped our understanding of the world
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Introduces the key aspects of science, from atoms, elements, and energy to forces, physics, and explosive chemical reactions.
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Be an eyewitness to Scouting in America, from the early years to today. Meet the people who founded the Boy Scouts of America, explore the programs offered for boys of all ages, learn how to be a good citizen, and find out how to earn all the merit badges.
143) Butterfly & moth
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub. Inc
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
Explores the behavior and life cycles of butterflies and moths, examining mating rituals, camouflage, habitat, and growth from pupa to larva to adult.
144) Energy
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Surveys various sources of energy and the ways in which they have been harnessed.
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Eyewitness animal
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Religion
Author
147) Reptile
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Language
English
Description
Become an eyewitness to how reptiles sense the world, move and use camouflage in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of these scaly creatures. Children will be mesmerized by the many different types of reptile species, from small pets to large crocodiles.
148) Transportation
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
All new content. Eyewitness Transportation introduces readers to the world of trains, planes, automobiles, and more! We explore the world of transportation, and transportation around the world. From the origins of all manner of wagons, bicy
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Human body
Author
151) Volcano & earthquake
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Witness the power of our restless planet to both create and destroy. Watch red-hot lava flow from an erupting volcano, see how earthquakes create tsunamis, and meet scientists past and present who have helped us understand our turbulent world."--
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Wonders of the world
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Animal
154) Natural disasters
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Language
English
Description
"Become an eyewitness to the weird and wonderful ways of our world, from tsunamis to tornadoes, and discover nature's awesome potential with this Eyewitness guide. See how earthquakes, floods and hurricanes affect what lies in their path, and what measures we can use to protect ourselves from Mother Nature. Follow the journey of some of the most catastrophic disasters, and witness the rescue operations that followed. Learn, too, about the equipment...
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Eagles & birds of prey
Author
156)
Judaism
157) Fossil
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
A photo essay about different types of fossils, from bacteria and algae to birds and mammals.
158) Ancient Egypt
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Travel back 5,000 years to when pharaohs ruled a kingdom on the Nile. From hieroglyphs and pyramids to jeweled treasures and mummies, find out how archaeologists cracked a code and unlocked the history of civilization."--
159) Hurricane & tornado
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Discover why hurricanes and tornadoes are so destructive. Understand the impacts of extreme weather and how forecasting and warning systems help keep people safe.
160) World War I
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Learn all about military vehicles and tank warfare, the first ever gas attacks used during a war and Armistice, and peace after four years of fighting.