New Releases by Clint Twist

Presents an alphabetical list of sharks and other sea creatures, offering information on their size, habitat, and defenses.

An overview of the first 10,000 years of human existence, from the time of the first farming settlements to the overthrow of the American civilizations of the Incas and Aztecs.

Philip''s Historical Atlas of the Celts is a new addition to the highly successful Philip''s Reference range. The Atlas details (in words, illustrations and maps) the history of the Celts, their expansion, decline and modern revival, their art and religion, and their impact on the Western world. It offers the most comprehensive coverage of the Celts. The Atlas of the Celts is arranged chronologically and spread-by-spread and there is a special section on Celtic culture (such as jewellery, clothing and mythology). The conclusion discusses some of the recent debates on Celtic identity. The appendices include: a detailed timeline of key dates in Celtic history, an atlas of Celtic sites and museums, a Who''s Who in the Celtic world, drawings of Celtic ornaments, glossaries of Celtic terms and names, a gazetteer, and an index. The Historical Atlas of the Celts includes a foreword by Dr Barry Raftery, Professor of Celtic Studies at University College Dublin. Dr Raftery acted as principal consultant editor on the Atlas of the Celts. Additional consultation was provided by Dr Jane McIntosh of the University of Cambridge. The consultants have ensured that the Atlas of the Celts is an indispens

The book is part of a series which studies both natural and man-made disasters, and examines ways of predicting and preventing such disasters and repairing the damage they cause. Eye-witness accounts give a vivid picture of the events and their impact on people''s lives.

Describes the space race and the pioneering explorations achieved by the Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin and American astronaut Neil Armstrong.

A pocket guide to weather facts ahich is easy to handle and systematically organized for easy reference. The information is accessible to readers of any age, and does not demand any specialist knowledge. Clear text outines the basic details needed to achieve a grasp of the subject.

The book tells of Charles Darwin and his theory of evolution.

The book tells of Lewis and Clark''s journey which opened up the American West.

Children''s reference which focuses on the impact of scientific knowledge and technological achievements on everyday life. Concise and readable text is integrated with photographs, cross-section diagrams and computer graphics. Topics include the various sources of energy, metals, chemicals, food, transport, computers and robots. Indexed. The editor specialises in writing for young people and, in 1988, won the COPUS Science Book Prize for the best junior science book. Created in the UK by Andromeda Oxford.

Immerse yourself in this interactive introduction to one of history''s greatest adventurers. Travel along the Silk Road to medieval China with Marco Polo as your guide. Meet the warlord Kublai Khan and sail through pirate-infested seas in search of riches beyond measure. Including booklets, foldouts, and maps, as well as excerpts from The Travels of Marco Polo, this beautifully illustrated volume illuminates the adventures of history''s greatest storyteller.

A study of deserts, their climate, and the plants and animals that struggle to survive in this harsh environment.

Examines the diverse life forms found in the world''s oceans and the threats they face.

Covers the different methods of reproduction of various species, genetics, heredity, and the implications of genetic engineering, including appropriate hands on projects.

Examines the characteristics of living things and looks at the difference between plants and animals.

Examines what alcohol is, how it is made, why people drink it and become addicted to it, and how abuse of it can affect families.