Книга «Christmas at Hogwarts». Издательство: Bloomsbury. Год выпуска: 2025. Серия: Harry Potter. Picture Books. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 38. Автор: Rowling Joanne. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует. Страна производитель: США.

Книга «The Moomins and the Great Flood». Издательство: Sort of Books. Год выпуска: 2025. Серия: Moomins. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 94. Автор: Jansson Tove. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Get ready to have your mind blown with these jaw-dropping facts and visual comparisons about the human body!Packed with incredible stats and facts about the human body that will leave you and your family utterly amazed. The perfect book for kids and adults who love science, biology, or any weird, wonderful and gruesome facts.Do you want to impress your family and friends with mind-boggling information? Well, now you can. Inside the pages of this educational book, you’ll find:- 1,000 amazing facts about the human body- Stunning images help explain big numbers relating to facts about the body so that children can understand- Fast fact science boxes that are illustrated with engaging info-graphics to cover essential info on how the body works- Amazing pictures magnified many times show you parts of the body as you’ve never seen them before- Simple, easy-to-understand secondary artworks which make the main images on each spread the stars of the show- Fun, accessible text suitable for ages 9+ — and fascinating information for adults too!Did you know that Chimpanzee skin has the same number of hairs as humans? Or that you regrow your outer layer of skin 700 times in your lifetime! Or that your DNA can stretch to the sun and back — not once — but 16 times? If these facts have already blown your mind, then wait until you read all 1000 facts!Discover unbelievable facts about your body, with enough blood and guts to satisfy even the most curious kids. It Can’t Be True! Human Body! is filled with bite-size, fascinating nuggets of information about the incredible abilities of human bodies. Compelling, computer-generated images (CGIs) reveal just how impressive your body is. It’s the perfect addition to any family or classroom bookshelf!

Which vegetables should you eat raw? How do you make the perfect poached egg? And should you keep your eggs in the fridge? Food scientist Dr Stuart Farrimond answers all these questions — and many more like them — equipping you with the scientific know-how to take your cooking to new levels.In The Science of Cooking, fundamental culinary concepts sit side-by-side with practical advice and step-by-step techniques, bringing food science out of the lab and into your kitchen. Find the answers to your cookery questions and get more out of recipes with intriguing chapters covering all major food types from meat, poultry and seafood, to grains, vegetables, and herbs.Why does chocolate taste so good? Is it OK to reheat cooked rice? How do I cook the perfect steak or make succulent fish every time? Bestseller The Science of Cooking has the answers to your everyday cooking questions, as well as myth busting information on vegan diets and cholesterol. Perfect your cooking with practical instruction — and the science behind it.»Out in time for Christmas, it’s a belter! It really is.» — BBC Radio 2 The Chris Evans Breakfast Show

This picture word book of 1000 first words will broaden young children’s vocabulary and strengthen their early reading and writing skills. Every picture-packed page is full of things children will love to look at, with word labels for each image, plus some simple text that encourages children to explore the book. Topics include Me and My Body, My Family and Friends, Animals in the Wild, All Sorts of Places, Describing People, Colours, Shapes, and Numbers, and Time, Seasons, and Weather. There are also five fun «story style» pages that tell a short narrative and inspire storytelling skills: for example, All in Day is about a young child’s typical day, and Favourite Pets looks at a variety of pets, then follows the story of a playful dog looking for his bouncy ball.1000 Useful Words clearly labels each picture, which encourages picture-and-word association and helps early reading, and each topic features questions that ask children to find things on the page or that stimulate thinking, talking, and early creative writing skills. The words have been chosen with the help of a leading educational consultant, Penny Coltman, and include lots of useful nouns, plus some interesting adjectives, and common verbs.Young children will be amazed and delighted by all the fascinating real-world photos, things to spot, imaginative pictures to talk about, and incredibly useful words! This fun and educational picture word book is a must-have first reference title for parents who are keen to develop their child’s language and literacy skills.

Embark on an awe-inspiring and informative journey through our Solar System and beyond in this illuminating astronomy book!Discover how big the Universe is, why our view of the sky is constantly changing, what came before the Big Bang, and so much more. 3, 2, 1, blast off!Inside the pages of this comprehensive guide to astronomy for beginners, you’ll discover:- Simple text and step-by-step graphics make astronomy easy to understand- Fun facts and tip-of-the-tongue questions are presented through bite-sized factoids and question-and-answer features- Clear explanations demystifying more advanced topics such as cosmic rays, dark matter, and black hole collisionsAn out-of-this-world reference book about space that introduces you to the weird and wonderful world of astronomy and space exploration. From the structure of the Milky Way to the Earth’s nearest celestial body, the Moon, How Space Works takes you on an unforgettable tour through the stars and galaxies, and to the furthest reaches of space!Answering all your burning questions about space, from ancient white dwarf stars to the Mars Rover, this visual guide explains the basics of astronomy through bold graphics and step-by-step artworks. It’s the ultimate book for armchair astronomers and space-technology enthusiasts looking for reliable and up-to-date facts and explanations.

The simplest guide to astronomy and stargazing!Grasping astronomy has never been easier. The awe of the night sky will soon turn into knowledge of the constellations, planets, and astrological phenomena!Bold graphics and easy-to-understand text make this visual guide the perfect introduction to astronomy and stargazing for those who have little time but a big thirst for knowledge. Inside you’ll find:- Simple, easy-to-understand graphics that help to explain astronomy, space, and the night sky in a clear, visual way- The latest astronomical information on black holes, gravitational waves, the origin of the Universe, and the planets of the Solar System- User-friendly star-charts that guide you through the sky using brighter stars as «signposts» to locate harder-to-see objects- Essential advice on the practicalities of stargazing — from observing with the naked eye to using telescopesEach pared-back entry covers the essentials more clearly than ever before. The opening chapters provide an introduction to the Universe, a visual tour of the Solar System, and a guide to more distant objects such as stars and galaxies.Along the way, concepts such as the Big Bang, gravity, and space-time are introduced and explained. Later chapters describe how to navigate around the night sky and introduce some must-see constellations, complete with simple star charts.Whether you are a complete beginner, or simply want a jargon-free reference to astronomy and stargazing, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.

Learn about key movements like impressionism, cubism and symbolism in The Art Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Art in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Art Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Art, with:- More than 80 of the world’s most remarkable artworks- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe Art Book is a captivating introduction to painting, drawing, printing, sculpture, conceptual art, and performance art — from ancient history to the modern day — aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you’ll discover more than 80 of the world’s most groundbreaking artworks by history’s most influential painters, sculptors and artists, through exciting text and bold graphics.Your Art Questions, Simply ExplainedThis fresh new guide examines the ideas that inspired masterpieces by Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Klimt, Matisse, Picasso, and dozens more! If you thought it was difficult to learn about the defining movements, The Art Book presents key information in a clear layout. Find out about subject matters, techniques, and materials, and learn about the talented artists behind the great works, through superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Art Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

Learn about the origins of our species and all things revolution in The History Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about History in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The History Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.This captivating book will broaden your understanding of History, with:- Easy to navigate step-by-step summaries that explain each historical theme- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe History Book is a captivating introduction to the key events that have shaped society, from the dawn of civilization to the modern culture of today. Here you’ll discover the stories of important historical events and turning points, and the leaders, thinkers, and heroes involved, through exciting text and bold graphics.Your History Questions, Simply ExplainedThis book will outline big ideas, themes and events of world history, from the founding of Baghdad and the colonisation of the Americas, to the inception of Buddhism. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the milestones that have shaped civilization, The History Book presents key information in a clear layout. Here you’ll learn about early humans, the empires of ancient history, the voyages of discovery to the tumultuous birth of nationalism, and the violence of two world wars.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The History Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

Книга «Astrology». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2018. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 256. Автор: Taylor Carole. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Learn about the visual and performing arts in The Movie Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Movies in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for beginners looking to learn and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Movie Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Movies, with:- More than 100 of the best movies ever made worldwide- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe Movie Book is the perfect introduction to the rich history of cinema like never before — from the golden age of black-and-white films to international art-house and 21st-century sci-fi, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you’ll discover more than 100 of the best movies ever made, uncovering the key themes and big ideas behind the world’s most celebrated cinematic gems.Your Movie Questions, Simply ExplainedThis book brings cinema to life with iconic quotes and film stills, posters, biographies of directors, actors, and actresses, along with narrative timelines and images exploring key themes. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the best cinematic masterpieces, The Movie Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Learn everything about your favourite movies, as well as celebrated classics and the films to watch before you die, through iconic quotes and stills, posters, biographies, memorabilia and narrative timelines, through superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Movie Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

Книга «Birds and Beasts». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2020. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 144. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Книга «Coffee Book, the (HB)». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2021. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 224. Автор: Moldvaer Anette. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Книга «Ghostlore». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2025. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 192. Автор: Sedgwick Icy. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует. Страна производитель: Китай.

Книга «How Biology Works». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2023. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 224. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Книга «How Business Works». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2022. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 352. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Книга «Cultural Treasures of the World». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2022. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 360. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует. Страна производитель: Соединенное королевство.

Книга «How Money Works». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2017. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 256. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Книга «Imperial China». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2020. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 320. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

A superbly illustrated guide to 64 maps from all around the world!From examples of medieval Mappa Mundi and the first atlas to Google Earth and maps of the moon, this captivating maps book is a must-have for all history and geography enthusiasts and explorers!Embark on a visual tour of the world’s finest maps! This fascinating world atlas book:- Analyses each map visually, with the help of pull-outs and graphic close-up details- Traces the history of maps chronologically, providing a fascinating overview of cartography through the ages- Tells the story behind each map — why it was created, who it was for, and how it was achieved- Profiles key cartographers, explorers, and artists- Draws together navigation, propaganda, power, art, and politics through the world’s greatest mapsMaps are much more than just geographical data. They are an accurate reflection of the culture and context of different time frames in history. This remarkable geography book puts cartography on the map! It tells the stories behind great maps through stunning pull-out details and reveals how they have helped people make sense of the world.Embark on a global adventure of a lifetime with this world map book and see our planet like never before! On this mind-blowing journey, you’ll encounter maps that show the way to heaven, depict lands with no sunshine and even the world ocean floor.With incredible secret stories from British historian, Jerry Brotton, and insight into how mapmakers have expressed their world views, Great Maps is a welcome addition to any armchair cartographer’s bookshelf.Великолепно иллюстрированный путеводитель по 64 картам со всего мира от Джерри Броттона!От средневековой карты Мира и первого атласа до Google Earth и карт Луны — эта увлекательная книга с картами просто необходима всем любителям истории и географии и исследователям!Отправляйтесь в визуальное путешествие по лучшим картам мира!Карты — это гораздо больше, чем просто географические данные. Они являются точным отражением культуры и контекста различных периодов истории. Эта замечательная книга по географии наносит картографию на карту! В нем рассказываются истории, стоящие за великолепными картами, с помощью потрясающих деталей и раскрывается, как они помогли людям разобраться в окружающем мире.Книга на английском языке.

Книга «The Bedtime Book of Animals». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2022. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 142. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует. Страна производитель: Соединенное королевство.

Книга «Music». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2022. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 400. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Книга «The Psychology Book». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2024. Серия: Big Ideas. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 352. Автор: Collin Catherine; Benson Nigel; Ginsburg Joannah. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует. Страна производитель: Соединенное королевство.

Книга «Simply Psychology». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2022. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 160. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Книга «Stephen Biestys Incredible Cross-Sections’». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2019. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 48. Автор: Platt Richard. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Книга «Supernatural Creatures». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2025. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 192. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Книга «The Architecture Book». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2023. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 336. Автор: Glancey Jonathan. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

An original and breathtakingly beautiful perspective on how art developed through the ages, this book reveals how new materials and techniques inspired artists to create their greatest works.The Story of Painting will completely transform your understanding and enjoyment of art. Covering a comprehensive array of topics, from the first pigments and frescos to linear perspective in Renaissance paintings, the influence of photography, Impressionism, and the birth of modern art, it follows each step in the evolution of painting over the last 25,000 years, from the first cave paintings to the abstract works of the last 100 years. Packed with lavish colour reproductions of paintings and photographs of artists at work and the materials they used, it delves into the key paintings from each period to analyse the techniques and secrets of the great masters in detail.Immerse yourself in the pages of this stunning book and find yourself dazzled by new colours; marvel at the magic of perspective; wonder at glowing depictions of fabric and flesh; understand cubism; and embrace abstraction. You will look at paintings in a whole new light.

Книга «The Complete Classical Music Guide». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2020. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 352. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует. Страна производитель: Китай.

A stunning visual celebration of cars over a century of progress!Introducing The Story of the Car — a historical and visual exploration of awe-inspiring automobiles over a period of one hundred years, from the first horseless carriage to driverless vehicles, this all-encompassing car book takes you on a journey to explore the ways in which this once rare and luxurious status symbol has become a fundamental part of everyday life.Taking you on a technical journey inside the engine of a luxury car, and into the lives of the most successful pioneers of automobile history, the book also explores the possibilities of the «green» motoring, the electric engine, and the uses of AI on the roads of the future. Combining rarely seen images, insightful biographies. and fascinating features, The Story of the Car illustrates how after over a century of progress and development, cars still convey that undeniable sense of freedom, passion, excitement and desire.From the romance of Route 66, to mainstream motor-racing, alternative car culture to taming the traffic, this all-encompassing book on cars has something for everybody to explore and love. A must-have volume for motoring enthusiasts, whether a gift or a self-purchase, The Story of the Car hosts a plethora of fascinating topics, divided into 8 key chapters, in chronological order. From inventing the car in 1885 and the birth of the automobile industry between 1906-1925, to driving into the future at the start of the new millennium, explore speed, power and style as you race across the world with your new-found knowledge on all things automobiles!

Книга «The Film Book». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2021. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 360. Автор: Bergan Ronald. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует. Страна производитель: Китай.

The Moomin series begins with the most thrilling adventure of all …The Moomins, in case you didn’t know, are kind, philosophical creatures with velvety fur and smooth round snouts, who live in a tall blue house in a beautiful woodland valley, beside the sea.When mysterious signs start to appear of a strange star with a tail, young Moomintroll and his friend Sniff set off to consult the professors in the distant Lonely Mountains. Their journey is packed with adventures which they share with new friends they meet on the way – Snufkin, the carefree wanderer, the fascinating Snorkmaiden, and her brother the Snork. They discover that a ery comet is heading straight for their beloved Moominvalley. But can they race home before the comet crashes?

Книга «The Met Claude Monet». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Год выпуска: 2022. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Количество страниц: 32. Автор: Guglielmo Amy. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует.

Floating teacups, a prison break and a theatre cast adrift…it’s Moominsummer Madness!The Moomins, in case you didn’t know, are kind, philosophical creatures with velvety fur and smooth round snouts, who live in a tall blue house in a beautiful woodland valley beside the sea.One summer a grumbling volcano causes Moominvalley to flood, forcing the Moomins to leave their beloved home and find refuge on a floating theatre. When this casts adrift, leaving Moomin, the Snorkmaiden and Little My marooned on land, Moominsummer Madness ensues.Will they all be reunited before the final curtain?Moominsummer Madness, the fourth novel in the Moomin series, was published in 1954. It has remained in print for over sixty years, appearing in more than fifty languages.

Книга «The Science of Animals». Издательство: Dorling Kindersley. Переплет: Твердый переплет. Стандарт: 10. Возрастная категория: отсутствует. Страна производитель: Китай.