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Dorling Kindersley is the author of The Science Book (2025), Eyewitness Travel Guide - Thailand's Beaches and Islands (2012), Student Atlas (2004), Top 10 New York City (2018), DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Canada (2014).

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The Science Book

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release date: Mar 06, 2025
The Science Book
Did the universe start with a Big Bang? Is light a wave, a particle - or both? Is a \"Theory of Everything\" possible? Explaining the key milestones in the field of science in a clear and simple way, The Science Book answers these questions and more besides, and is the perfect introduction to the subject. Untangling knotty theories and shedding light on abstract concepts, entries unpack each complex idea with a combination of easy-to-follow explanations, innovative graphics, and intriguing quotes. Discover the most important theories of history''s greatest scientists, why Copernicus''s ideas were so contentious, how Einstein developed the concept general and special relativity, and the reasoning behind Crick and Watson''s proposed structure for DNA, and much more besides. Fully revised and updated with eight brand-new pages of content, The Science Book is a truly accessible and comprehensive route into a fascinating subject. Packed with scientific quotations, profiles of key figures and discoveries, and flowcharts and infographics that explain the most significant concepts clearly and simply, it is perfect for anyone with an interest in any of the sciences.

Eyewitness Travel Guide - Thailand's Beaches and Islands

release date: Aug 20, 2012
Eyewitness Travel Guide - Thailand's Beaches and Islands
A comprehensive travel guide to the beaches and islands of Thailand, with detailed maps and recommendations on where to stay and eat, museums and shops, entertainment, and other points of interest.

Student Atlas

release date: Jun 01, 2004
Student Atlas
Become worldly-wise with this invaluable single-volume guide to each of the 193 nations of the world. Each country is analysed under eight categories: world, ranking, politics, economics, resources, people, society, and tourism, allowing you to link places with facts. Includes key issues, such as politics and economics that mark important milestones in a country''s recent history. Easy-to-use ''fact-panel'' layout presents useful, immediately comparable information. The definitive student atlas to leave you top of the world and top of the class!

Top 10 New York City

release date: Sep 01, 2018
Top 10 New York City
An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to New York City, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map - all designed to help you see the very best of New York City. Take a New York walking tour, see world famous paintings at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, explore leafy Central Park or take in the incredible views from the top of the Empire State building. From Top 10 Places for Children to Top 10 festivals and events - discover the best of New York City with this easy-to-use travel guide. Inside Top 10 New York City- - Fifteen easy-to-follow itineraries,perfect for a day, weekend or week away - Top 10 listsshowcase the best New York attractions, covering Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Fifth Avenue and more - Free laminated pull-out mapof New York City, plus thirteen colour neighbourhood maps - In-depth neighbourhood guidesexplore New York City''s most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing - Colour-coded chaptersdivided by area make it easy to find information quickly and plan your day - Essential travel tipsincluding our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful transport, visa and health information - Colour mapshelp you navigate with ease - CoversLower Manhattan, Civic Center and South Street Seaport, Chinatown and Little Italy, SoHo and TriBeCA, Greenwich Village, Midtown, the Upper East Side and more Staying for longer and looking for a more comprehensive guide to New York? Try DK Eyewitness Travel Guide New York Cityor DK Eyewitness Travel Guide USA.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Canada

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release date: Feb 03, 2014
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Canada
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Canada will lead you straight to the best attractions this country has to offer. The fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floor plans, and reconstructions of the must-see sights, plus street-by-street maps of Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and other historic Canadian cities and towns. Discover Canada region-by-region, from rural coastal villages to flat prairies and teeming metropolises. This fully updated guide provides the insider tips every visitor needs, such as the best scenic viewpoints of Niagara Falls and the Toronto skyline, highlights and maps of Canada''s national parks, and scenic driving routes through the country. What''s new in DK Eyewitness Travel Guides: -New itineraries based on length of stay, regional destinations, and themes. -Brand-new hotel and restaurants listings including DK''s Choice recommendations. -Restaurant locations plotted on redrawn area maps and listed with sights. -Redesigned and refreshed interiors make the guides even easier to read. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that brighten every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Canada truly shows you this country as no one else can. Now available in PDF format.

Year by Year

release date: Jan 01, 2017

Evolution

release date: Jul 05, 2018
Evolution
This unrivalled illustrated guide to human evolution brings you face to face with your ancient ancestors. Travelling back in time almost eight million years, the book charts the development of our species, Homo sapiens, from tree-dwelling primates to modern humans. Evolution investigates each of our ancestors in detail and in context, from the anatomy of their bones to the environment they lived in. Detailed maps show where each species has been found and plot the gradual spread of humans around the world. Fully updated to include the latest discoveries and research - including the newly discovered species Homo naledi - Evolution presents the latest thinking on some of the most captivating questions in science, such as whether modern humans and Neanderthals interacted with each other. Written and authenticated by a team of acknowledged experts and illustrated by renowned Dutch paleoartists the Kennis brothers, Evolution presents the story of our species with unique richness, authority, and detail

Czech and Slovak Republics

release date: Jan 01, 2011
Czech and Slovak Republics
Three-dimensional cutaway illustrations and floor plans of key landmarks complement these richly illustrated, fully updated travel handbooks that also include enhanced maps, street-by-street guides, background information on a host of popular sights and an expanded traveler''s survival guide providing tips on hotels, restaurants, local customs, transportation, medical services, museums, entertainment and more. Original.

Top 10 Amsterdam

release date: Dec 17, 2012
Top 10 Amsterdam
Folded col. map in pocket on p. [3] of cover.

Knowledge A Visual Compendium

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release date: Sep 05, 2024

The Psychology Book

release date: Jun 06, 2024

LEGO Star Wars the Visual Dictionary

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release date: Oct 01, 2009

Top 10 Eyewitness Travel Guide - Phuket

release date: May 21, 2012
Top 10 Eyewitness Travel Guide - Phuket
Leads you straight to the very best that Thailand''s largest island and its surroundings have to offer. Whether you''re looking for a beautiful beach, to experience Phuket''s vibrant nightlife, or to explore the exotic mangrove forests and jungles, this guide is your perfect pocket-sized companion.

Cracow

Cracow
A travel guide that leads you straight to the best attractions that Cracow has to offer. Packed with photographs, illustrations and detailed maps, it helps you discover Cracow district by district; from the cobbled streets of Grodzka to the tunnels, nooks and crannies of the Dragon''s Lair. It also includes listings of great hotels and resorts.

Top 10 Marrakech

release date: Jan 01, 2018
Top 10 Marrakech
An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Marrakech, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map - all designed to help you see the very best of Marrakech. Explore the vast Jemaa El Fna plaza, lose yourself in the warren of the city''s souks, relax in soothing green gardens, or step back in time at the ancient Saadian Tombs. From Top 10 Hammams and Spas to Top 10 restaurants, discover the best of Marrakech with this easy-to-use travel guide. Inside Top 10 Marrakech: - Eight easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week -Top 10 lists showcase the best Marrakech attractions, covering Jamaa El Fna, the Souks, the Majorelle Gardens, and more - Free laminated pull-out map of Marrakech, plus six colour neighbourhood maps - In-depth neighbourhood guides explore Marrakech''s most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing - Colour-coded chapters divided by area make it easy to find information quickly and plan your day - Essential travel tips including our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful transport, visa and health information - Colour maps help you navigate with ease - Covers Jemaa El Fna and the Kasbah, The Souks, The New City, Essaouira, Tizi-n-Test Pass and Tizi-n-Tichka Pass Staying for longer and looking for a comprehensive guide? Try DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Morocco. About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK''s Top 10 guides take the work out of planning a short trip, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your weekend trip or cultural break. DK is the world''s leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.

Student World Atlas

release date: Feb 05, 2019
Student World Atlas
Packed with beautifully designed and detailed maps, this world atlas is the perfect companion for young geography students. First published in 1988 and now in its 9th edition, Student World Atlas has been fully revised and updated. With 290 maps in total, it combines larger, traditional reference maps with smaller topic maps. These topics include industry, farming, climate, population, and the environment. Each theme will engage students, expanding their understanding of Earth and also making possible comparisons between different regions. For example, this student atlas not only displays an impressive map of the Caribbean, but highlights the hurricanes that continually threaten these islands and the people that live there. Then move to New Zealand map and learn about its diverse population of Polynesians, European settlers, and many other immigrants that make up this multicultural nation. On every page, you will discover more and more fascinating facts about each country''s landscape and its inhabitants. In addition to maps, this clear and accessible atlas also includes up-to-date statistics and flags for every country. It distills the huge mass of information available about our world down to the essential facts needed for the effective and successful study of our ever-changing planet.

Jerusalem, Israel, Petra & Sinai

release date: Aug 20, 2012
Jerusalem, Israel, Petra & Sinai
Presents travel guide information on hotels, restaurants, transportation, museums, historical sites, and key landmarks, with enhanced maps, street-by-street guides, and three-dimensional illustrations.

Human Body

release date: Oct 04, 2018
Human Body
Find out about bones, breathing, blood, and the brain in this brilliant mini book about how the human body works. Pocket Eyewitness Human Body is the perfect guide for curious children who want to know everything about the body and its inner-workings. Bite-sized chunks of information, amazing images, and clear, informative diagrams show you what lies underneath your skin, and make learning fun. Did you know that, weight for weight, bone is five times stronger than steel? Or that the fastest nerve signals travel up to 350 km/h (220 mph), and that laughing is good for your health? You didn''t? Then you need Pocket Eyewitness Human Body to fill you in on the amazing stats and fun facts about your incredible body.

Ratatouille

release date: May 15, 2007
Ratatouille
With more than 60 reusable stickers, kids can join in the fun of the newly CGI-animated feature film from Pixar, opening on June 29, about a rat who dreams of becoming a French chef. Full color. Consumable.
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