Arcturus Discovering Planet Earth. A guide to the world's terrain and the forces that made it Torr Geordie

Explore the mysteries of the cosmos in this highly visual hardback guide, written by leading NASA astronomer and educator Sten Odenwald • Have you ever wondered how the first stars were born? Or pondered what really happens around a black hole? Here Sten Odenwald answers these questions and many more as he takes you on a mesmerizing journey across the entire history of the universe, brought to life by spectacular, full-colour space photography. You will learn about the composition of planets, galaxy mergers, asteroid belts, the fundamental nature of spacetime, and much, much more • Other topics include • The Big Bang • Dark matter • The life cycle of stars • Planets both inside and outside our solar system • Featuring a range of diagrams and infographics to aid understanding, this large-format hardback guide casts your eye towards the stars and unlocks the many mysteries of the universe

Take a peek inside the beautiful and absorbing world of birds with this lavishly illustrated children's bird atlas • From the Amazon Rainforest to the Arctic, this fully-fledged bird guide will take you on a guided tour, continent by continent, to meet some of the most spectacular birds in the world! • Inside the pages of this children's atlas, you'll discover • - A visual guide to the birds around the world, their habitats, geography, and climate with exquisite, hand-drawn illustrations and maps from Richard Orr • - The different countries and continents of the world and the birds that live there • - Why some species are endangered and what can be done to protect them • - Fascinating facts about birds including: why flamingos are pink, which bird can sprint faster than a horse, and how the booby got its name

This is your all-access private pass into the wild and wonderful world of zoos! • We're opening the gates, just for you! Join us on an epic behind-the-scenes adventure of zoos and aquariums. From tigers and tortoises to giraffes and jellyfish, you'll learn about hundreds of different animals and how they are looked after by their keepers • Inside the pages of this children's animal book, you'll discover the secret delights of the world's most interesting zoos and more! It includes • - Showcases the best ethical treatment and conservation of animals and the vital research done by zoos • - Filled with beautiful photos of animals and their innovative habitats in zoos around the world • - Profiles the tasks of zoo staff using language that is fun and accessible • Featuring only the best zoos from around the world, this conservation-themed children's book takes you on a once-in-a-lifetime trip through zoo life

A playful and accessible guide to fermenting at home • James Read is on a mission to smuggle bacteria into our kitchens. In Of Cabbages & Kimchi, he takes the ten greatest 'living' ferments - fermented foods that are neither cooked nor pasteurized - and places them under the microscope, before cooking with them in all their delicious versatility • From the fiery funk of kimchi to the velvet tang of kefir, James describes the microbial process, then shares his recipes for recreating these wonders in your own kitchen - no specialist equipment required. Alongside his recipes, James investigates the extraordinary cultural and historic backgrounds of fermented foods, exploring how the microbes that bring them to life have developed alongside our culinary evolution

An illustrated atlas to where animals are in the world - whether they have feathers, scales, or fur! • Explore the animal kingdom with this pictorial atlas of the world's wildlife. Where do animals build their homes? How do they survive in very hot and cold climates? Why are so many species endangered? • Discover the answers to all these questions and many more in The Animal Atlas. Learn where in the world different animal species are found; what kind of habitats they live in; what they eat; and how they find their mates • The Animal Atlas is packed with beautiful, life-like depictions of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Each species is carefully hand-drawn to show details of fur, feathers, or scales, while accompanying captions reveal fascinating facts about the animal's behaviour

Первое в истории роскошное издание несравненного путеводителя от А до Я по именам, местам и событиям в мире Дж.Р.Р. Толкина, полностью проиллюстрированное в цвете признанным художником – толкинистом Тедом Нэсмитом и снабженное эксклюзивным цветным раскладывающимся плакатом. Полное руководство по Средиземью было составлено для того, чтобы читатель получил больше удовольствия от книг Толкина, собрав в последовательности от А до Я все ключевые факты и информацию об именах, местах, языках и событиях из "Хоббита", "Властелина колец" и "Сильмариллиона". В сочетании с многочисленными генеалогическими таблицами и уникальной хронологией Первой эпохи она станет незаменимым подспорьем в знакомстве каждого читателя с миром Толкина. Книга на английском языке

Discover the wonders of the natural world and the animals that inhabit it in this stunningly visual hardback guide • Nature writer Marianne Taylor guides readers through the development of life on earth, from the first living cells to the astonishing diversity we see in species today. Journeying from the invertebrates, including spiders, crustaceans and insects, to fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, this fascinating book explores the animal kingdom is all its oddity and splendour. A numbers of feature spreads give a deeper focus on themes such as coral reefs, the importance of insects in ecology and the era of the dinosaurs • Sections include • Animal Evolution • Invertebrates: insects, molluscs, • Vertebrates: fish, reptiles, birds, mammals • Ecology and conservation • Featuring superb full-colour wildlife photography as well as a range of diagrams and infographics, this is a captivating guide to the wonders of the animal kingdom which can be enjoyed by the whole family

The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds is your definitive handbook to one of the most beautiful and diverse holiday destinations in the UK. From stately homes and wildlife parks to modern art galleries, country walks and adventure sports, the full-colour section introduces all of the regions' highlights. For every town and village, there are comprehensive and opinionated reviews of all the best places to eat, drink and stay to suit every budget. It brings the Cotswolds bang up-to-date; out go musty tearooms and chintzy B&Bs and in come the best of the area?s new contemporary restaurants, boutique-styled hotels and top-rated country pubs. There?s plenty of practical advice and a special focus on the region?s gastronomy with features on specialist farmers? markets, local farm shops, gastro-pubs and country restaurants

Explore the intoxicating secrets of whisky with World Whisky, the ultimate guide to the best whiskies on earth.Now fully updated with stunning new photography, World Whisky is packed with over 650 iconic global whisky brands including Bushmills, Laphroaig, Talisker, and Yamazaki, from countries including Scotland, Japan, and the USA.Learn everything you need to know about whisky, with intriguing features including whisky production, grain types, whisky liqueurs, and even tasting notes. Discover an incredible range of whisky styles, such as malt, blended, bourbon, corn, and rye, and understand its wonderful depth, variety, and complexity, as well as classic styles and new whisky varieties.Perfect for all whisky fans from aficionados to new converts, World Whisky is the ultimate guide to every aspect of the most celebrated spirit of all

The universe is everything we know — all time and all space • At least 93 billion light years across, and possibly much larger, it has grown from an infinitely tiny point over the course of 12-14 billion years. This book traces its growth from nothing to everything and reveals how the story has been interpreted by generations of scientists and philosophers • Topics include • The Big Bang and the first seconds of the universe • The making of matter • The life, death, and recycling of stars • How planets and moons form • Where our universe could be heading • Beautifully illustrated throughout

For thousands of years, people have sought ways to overcome the diseases and disorders of the body, with methods ranging from incantations, talismans, and herbal cures to antibiotics, vaccines, and organ transplants. In a fascinating narrative, this book charts our remarkable progress along the road of medical discovery, describing the key developments and breakthroughs in our understanding of our own bodies • Topics include • Historical models of the body and disease • The role of dissection in medical discovery • Plagues and pandemics throughout history • Germ theory and contagion • Scarificators, leeches, maggots, and other nasty treatments • Nature's pharmacopoeia • Beautifully illustrated throughout