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This glorious guided tour of cartographic history features more than 300 of the most famous and important maps of all time. Immerse yourself in ancient Chinese star charts, decipher medieval Mappae Mundi, and marvel at intricate surveys of the ocean floor and the lunar surface. Discover how Polynesian navigators used sticks to chart their way across the Pacific, what a rhumb line is, and where dragons were once said to lurk. Organized chronologically, the book includes the most celebrated examples of maps spanning the last 3,000 years, explaining everything from scales and compasses to meteorological symbols, and exploring techniques from engraving and printing to cartographic projection. Entries also place the maps in their wider cultural and historical context, providing a complete overview of the subject. Combining stunning reproductions with precise annotation, visual analysis, and pull-out details, Maps, Annotated brings an expertly curated selection of the world's most celebrated maps right into your home, telling the fascinating stories behind each one.

Take a behind-the-scenes look at everything the human body is up to throughout the day in this science book for kids. Ever wondered what happens inside your body from the moment you wake up until you fall asleep? Follow children from around the world through their daily lives, uncovering the amazing secrets of the human body along the way. A Day in the Life of Your Body dives into the fascinating world of all the organs and systems that keep us going, from the adrenaline rush of a morning run to the brainpower behind solving maths problems. Children aged 9-12 will be amazed by the extraordinary things your body does every single day! This human body book for curious children offers: Explanations of core human body content through the daily activities of children from around the world - from getting ready for school to falling asleep at night. Psychology content that explains common emotions kids might feel during the day, such as fear and anxiety. Bright and eye-catching visuals that helps explain complex concepts to children in an easy-to-understand way. Why do we get goosebumps? What causes us to fart? Discover the answers to these questions and more with fun facts, colourful illustrations and engaging explanations. Perfect for budding scientists, this book transforms everyday activities into a thrilling scientific adventure.

From bakers and soldiers to gladiators and emperors, find out what it was like to live in one of history's biggest empires. Enjoy a Roman feast and discover delicacies of peacock, snails, and dormice. Experience dubious Roman hygiene standards - ever washed your clothes in wee or brushed your teeth with powdered mouse brains before?! And no tour of Ancient Rome would be complete without a visit to the infamous colosseum, where you'll witness the nail-biting drama of gladiator fights and hear the roar of bloodthirsty crowds. You'll march on carefully constructed Roman roads alongside one of the most powerful armies ever seen! And closer to home, bow down before the emperors - from the best and worst to the weirdest, including Caligula who gave his favourite horse 18 servants. An immersive and beautiful book, Ancient Rome is a captivating guide to life in the Roman Empire, told as the Romans might once have themselves.

Bring the stars and planets to your walls with this collection of 30 posters comprising the stunning images from the bestselling book The Mysteries of the Universe. Taking young readers on an incredible visual journey from Earth to the outer reachers of the Universe, each poster reveals an eye-catching image of a spectacular location from the night sky. From peculiar planets and distant stars to intricate galaxies, this fascinating collection reveals the secrets of space. The reverse of every poster highlights key features and facts children need to know, so you have a perfectly curated look into mysteries of space that have captured our imaginations for centuries. Children and adults alike will love poring over the close-up images, and deciding where to place these spectacular posters! This is simply the best gift for any child who can't get enough of space.

A stylish collection of handbooks for the twenty-first-century traveler spotlights the unique places where local city inhabitants eat, shop, party, and relax, covering the hottest restaurants, hotels, specialty shops, and local hangouts in all price categories and styles, accompanied by special ratings of high-value locations and an up-to-date Web site that features reviews, local news, and more.

Thoroughly revised and updated, the fifth edition of the Rough Guide to Canada covers this vast and geographically diverse country in impressive detail. There are insightful accounts of every Canadian city, from vibrant Montréal to laid back Vancouver, and vivid descriptions of Canada''s varied landscapes, from the magnificent Rocky Mountains and the stormy coasts of the Maritimes to the northern Arctic reaches. Throughout there is practical advice on skiing, whale-watching, kayaking, hiking and a host of other outdoor pursuits. Thousands of listings recommend the best accommodation options, restaurants, bars and clubs in every price range.

More Star Wars action for young readers! These DK Readers are great for those reluctant readers as well as devoted Star Wars fans. Don't Wake the Zillo Beast introduces the very youngest readers to the fearsome Zillo Beast of the planet Malastare, and the destruction it unleashes when it's woken from its slumber. © 2012 Lucasfilm Ltd. ® & ™. All Rights Reserved. Used Under Authorization.