Dorling Kindersley The American Civil War. Visual Encyclopedia

Explore the fascinating history of America's bloodiest ever conflict • Combining expert historical insight with the eyewitness accounts of soldiers and civilians, A Short History of the American Civil War offers a brilliant summary of the key events and wider context of the hostilities between North and South • Profiles of influential military and political leaders, and thought-provoking features on themes and experiences, from the evils of slavery to the treatment of wounded soldiers, bring the story dramatically to life. This book also features clear timelines that give an instant overview of the developments during the tumultuous war • Richly illustrated with a wealth of original artefacts, weaponry and equipment, photography, and maps, this unique combination of image provides the most accessible, episode-by-episode account ever

From the backyard to outer space, Charles M. Schulz's Peanuts has been charming the world for more than 70 years • In this celebration of Schulz and his beloved work, explore rarely seen sketches, influential comic strips, and collectors' artifacts. Pore over evolving artworks of Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the gang. Chart the rich history of Peanuts as it grew to become the world's favourite comic, and travel from 1950 to the present day, from California to Japan. Every page of this visual guide is an exhibition to treasure. Discover the enduring and nostalgic charm of Peanuts in this stunning anniversary book • With a foreword by Stephen Colbert

This major and long-awaited work is the definitive history of the American Civil War by our greatest military historian • The American Civil War was one of the longest and bloodiest of modern wars. It is also one of the most mysterious. It has captured the imagination of writers, artists and film-makers for decades but the reality of it confuses and divides historians even today • In this magisterial history of the first modern war, the distinguished military historian John Keegan unpicks the geography, leadership and strategic logic of the war and takes us to the heart of the conflict. His captivating work promises to be the definitive history of the American Civil War

This exciting introduction to the human body is brimming with super senses, marvellous medicine, and record-breaking feats • The world is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. My Very Important Human Body is a vibrant encyclopedia for curious 5-9 year olds with a unique approach to the human body. Little learners can easily digest scientific information with this breakdown of how our bodies work and all the complex mechanisms that are inside us • Full of fun facts, colourful illustrations, and games that will keep them entertained, this children's encyclopedia is filled with age-appropriate knowledge on a range of topics that support the curriculum. Get ready for a scientific adventure and investigate the ins and outs of the human body from the top of your head to the tips of your toes! • This bumper book for little learners that's bursting with facts about what goes on in our insides

Packed with stunning photography, Eyewitness American Civil War explores the war that turned the nation against itself • Become an eyewitness to one of the most important times in US history, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the American Civil War. Children will be mesmerised by the key events of the conflict, from brutal battles to legendary commanders • This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the conflict between the North and South, of more than 50 battles, and shows both sides of the conflict in equal light. Using striking full-colour photographs of paintings, artefacts and illustrations of battles, discover how tensions about slavery exploded into a war that lasted four years • Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on the American Civil War, you can expect to find • - A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature

This fully illustrated encyclopedia is the antidote to the internet. It's expertly written and beautifully presented reference for a world overloaded with unreliable information. From quantum physics to the square of the hypotenuse, Ancient Rome to the depths of the oceans, this is your one-stop knowledge shop for the digital age - clear, simple, accurate and unbiased • This book is a comprehensive guide to a huge range of human knowledge, and includes over 4,000 images to bring information vividly to life. Its format is accessible to a wide range of readers, so it's ideal for a variety of ages, for home study - or simply for browsing for fun. Parents and teachers can be confident that children won't see any unwanted content • The Visual Encyclopedia is the ultimate easy-to-read family guide to science, nature, space, history, art, technology, leisure, culture, and more

The definitive guide to the characters of the DC Multiverse and a vital addition to every comic book fan's bookshelf • Iconic Super Heroes Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, and The Flash have been transformed in recent years, along with many other DC characters. This new edition of the most comprehensive A-Z guide to DC's pantheon of Super Heroes and Super-Villains includes the latest earth-shaking developments in the DC Multiverse, with profiles of more than 1,200 characters • Created in full collaboration with DC, the encyclopedia features characters and art from every key crossover event, including Dark Nights: Metal and its sequel Dark Nights: Death Metal • With a foreword by DC legend Jim Lee, a brand-new cover design, and thrilling comic artwork, the fun and excitement of more than 80 years of comics history explodes off every page

The World War II Book является частью серии Big Ideas и объясняет сложную и обширную тему простыми словами. Это всеобъемлющее руководство рассчитано как на новичков, стремящихся узнать что-то новое, так и на экспертов, желающих освежить свои знания! The World War II Book предлагает читателям свежий и яркий взгляд на историю благодаря превосходным иллюстрациям и понятным схемам • В книге вы найдете • – Более 100 невероятных идей о Второй мировой • – Факты, схемы, хронологии и графики, позволяющие объяснить ключевые концепции • – Иллюстрации и графики, облегчающие понимание темы • – Простой текст, который будет понятен людям с любым уровнем подготовки • The World War II Book станет идеальным введением в историю самого крупного вооруженного конфликта

The Charlatans' Tim Burgess invites you to the greatest listening party of all time • In 2020 when the world was forced to hit pause on live in-person gigs, Tim Burgess found an ingenious way to bring people together by inviting artists and bands, from Paul McCartney and New Order to Michael Kiwanuka and Kylie, to host real-time album playbacks via Twitter • Relive 100 of the most memorable listening parties here with stories from bands and fans, rarely seen backstage images, • and unique insider info from those who created these iconic albums • "Hey Twitter, let's all say a big thanks to Tim for these brilliant events this year! We really needed them. So much great music being talked about.'" - Sir Paul McCartney • "Twitter being used for something really positive." - Mary Beard

The Ecology Book из серии Big Ideas познакомит читателей 85 ключевыми идеями, движениями и событиями, которые определили современную экологию. Книга имеет хронологическую структуру. Первые главы содержат информацию об идеях классической школы мысли до попыток мыслителей эпохи Просвещения систематизировать мир природы. В последующих главах отражается эволюция современного мышления, начиная с идей Томаса Мальтуса, Генри Торо и других, вплоть до политических и научных достижений современной эпохи, включая зарождение экологического движения и Парижское соглашение • The Ecology Book станет идеальным введением в один из важнейших вопросов современности • Книга на английском языке • Explore ecology in this accessible introduction to how the natural world works and how we have started to understand the environment, ecosystems, and climate change

“The History Book” позволит вам узнать о происхождении человечества и о всех революционных событиях в нашей истории • Эта книга входит в увлекательную серию “Big Ideas”, объясняющую сложные темы простыми словами • Это всеобъемлющее руководство рассчитано как на новичков, стремящихся узнать что-то новое, так и на экспертов, желающих освежить свои знания! • “The History Book” предлагает читателям свежий и яркий взгляд на классическую музыку благодаря красивым иллюстрациям и понятным схемам • Эта книга позволит читателям отправиться в путешествие по ключевым событиям нашей истории, от зарождения цивилизации до становления современной культуры. “The History Book” предлагает познакомиться с важнейшими историческими событиями и поворотными моментами, а также с выдающимися мировыми лидерами, мыслителями и героями

“The Classical Music Book” позволит вам узнать о величайших классических произведениях мира и музыкальных традициях • Эта книга входит в увлекательную серию “Big Ideas”, объясняющую сложные темы простыми словами. Это всеобъемлющее руководство рассчитано как на новичков, стремящихся узнать что-то новое, так и на экспертов, желающих освежить свои знания! “The Classical Music Book” предлагает читателям свежий и яркий взгляд на классическую музыку благодаря красивым иллюстрациям и понятным схемам • Благодаря этой книге вы сможете познакомиться с выдающимися композиторами и их произведениями • – Более 90 произведений известных композиторов, от раннего периода до наших дней • – Для объяснения основных концепций используются факты, схемы и графики • – Для объяснения обширных тем используются яркие и интересные иллюстрации • – Простой и понятный текст • От Моцарта до Мендельсона: “The Classical Music Book” отличается от прочих книг об истории музыки, представляя собой исчерпывающий путеводитель по истории классической музыки и биографиям выдающихся композиторов