Eyewitness books
Author
2)
Football
Author
3)
Life
Author
4)
Media & communications
Author
5) Africa
Author
Series
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
1995.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
63 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
6) Archeology
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
[2000]
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs examine the world's great civilizations.
7) Bible lands
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text document life in Biblical times, surveying the clothing, food, and civilizations of a wide variety of cultures, including the Israelites, Babylonians, Persians, and Romans.
8) Boat
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
A history of the development and uses of boats, ships, and rafts, from birch-bark canoes to luxury liners.
9) Book
Author
Series
Publisher
A.A. Knopf
Pub. Date
1993.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs trace the evolution of the written word, how the alphabet grew out of pictures, the development of papermaking, bookbinding, children's books, and more.
11) Civil War
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
[2011]
Edition
Second American edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color), portraits (some color) ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in).
Language
English
Description
Examines many aspects of the United States Civil War, including the issue of slavery, secession, the raising of armies, individual battles, the commanders, Northern life, Confederate culture, the surrender of the South, and the aftermath.
12) Costume
Author
Series
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text document the history and meaning of clothing, from loincloths to modern children's clothes.
13) Cowboy
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs trace the history and lore of cowboys around the globe.
15) Dinosaur!
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Be an eyewitness to the lives of the prehistoric masters of the earth and find out how ancient fossils and footoprints can reveal their awesome world.
17)
Electronics
Author
18) Elephant
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Discusses elephants, their physiology, behavior, evolution, relatives, uses by humans, and conservation.
19) Epidemic
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley, in association with the American Museum of Natural History
Pub. Date
2000.
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations (some color), maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses what an epidemic is, how it evolves, various causes and carriers, and efforts to prevent epidemics.
20) Farm
Author
Series
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
1996.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
63 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs depict different aspects of farming through the ages including the equipment, domestic animals, crops, and the future of farming.
21)
Film
Author
22)
Flag
Author
23)
Force & motion
Author
25)
Goya
Author
26)
Impressionism
Author
27) Knight
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Discusses the age of knighthood, covering such aspects as arms, armor, training, ceremonies, tournaments, the code of chivalry, and the Crusades.
28)
Light
Author
29)
Manet
Author
30) Monet
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley in association with the Musée Marmottan
Pub. Date
1999.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (some color), map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
31) Mythology
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies from around the world.
32)
Perspective
Author
33) Prehistoric life
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Explores the origins of life on Earth, by studying the fossils of the past, from the early plants and animals, through the age of dinosaurs, and the coming of humans.
34) Renaissance
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
[2000]
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
35) Eyewitness shell
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2013.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
71 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Young readers learn about shells' inhabitants and where to find them.
36) Spy
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2009.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm + 1 clip art CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.).
Language
English
Description
"This book presents information about men and women spies throughout history as well as about the tools and equipment they used in espionage and intelligence service. You can also be an eyewitness to some of the world's most shadowy characters, and get the inside scoop on the ingenious gadgets that real-life spies have used to gather and send information without getting caught."--Publisher's description.
37)
Super Bowl
Author
38) Technology
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore the many aspects of the science and art of making and using things.
39)
Time & space
Author
40) Train
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2009.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Traces the development of railways from the first Babylonian rutways to the electromagnetic, driverless trains of today and describes how trains are built and operated.
41)
Van Gogh
Author
42) Watercolor
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
1993.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
44) Everest
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Pub
Pub. Date
2001.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
62 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
45) Rain forest
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2001.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations, color, maps ; 27 cm.
Language
English
46)
Rescue
Author
47) Judaism
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Discusses the historical origins, teachings, practices, persecution, spread, and challenges of Judaism.
48) Submarine
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
[2003]
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
49) Ancient Greece
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2007.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm + clip art CD-ROM (digital; 4 3/4 in).
Language
English
Description
Here is a spectacular and informative guide to the glories of ancient Greece. Superb color photographs of armor, jewelry, temples and much more offer a unique "eyewitness" view of the history, daily life, beliefs and achievements of the ancient Greek civilization. See the golden mask of Agamemnon, the luxurious palaces of Crete, an armed hoplite ready to do battle, the Parthenon Frieze, what a Greek family wore, and what the inside of a Greek farmhouse...
Author
Series
Publisher
DK, in association with the British Museum
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
[Fourth edition].
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
A photo essay documents ancient Rome and the people who lived there as revealed through the many artifacts they left behind, including shields, swords, tools, toys, cosmetics, and jewelry.
51) Arms & armor
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2004]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
A photo essay examining the design, construction, and uses of hand weapons and armor from a Stone Age axe to the revolvers and rifles of the Wild West.
52)
Astronomy
Author
53) Castle
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Language
English
Description
Looks behind fortress walls to explore how they were built to house hundreds of people and animals, the important rooms, the people who lived in them, and what castle life was like.
54) Cat
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Explore the world of the cat, discovering the wonders of both wild cats and domesticated breeds. Find out about fearsome feline predators, super-sharp senses, and common cat characteristics." --
55) Crystal & gem
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Edition
Revised edition.
Language
English
Description
Describes how crystals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how crystals are used in industry. Numerous color photos with text identify the various gemstones.
56) Eyewitness dog
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs highlight the evolutionary history of dogs, their domestication, anatomy, behavior, and breeds, and offer guidance on dog care and training.
57)
Eyewitness dinosaur
Author
58) Future
Author
Series
Publisher
Knopf
Pub. Date
1998.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
59 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Provides a speculative look ahead to the technological, environmental, and biological developments of the twenty-first century.
59) Horse
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Language
English
Description
Learn why horses flatten back their ears, how a blacksmith shoes a horse, how horses have been used in wartime, and how a horse's teeth show its age. Discover why a zebra has stripes, which wild asses are now extinct, what a Roman horseshoe looked like, the difference between an English and a Western saddle, what makes horses race, and much, much more. Includes a CD-ROM of clip art.
60) The human body
Author
Language
English
Description
Text and illustrations present information on the parts of the body and how they work. Be an eyewitness to the amazing world of your body -- from the incredible framework of the skeleton to the millions of tiny cells that make your body work. Discover how muscles help us move. See the network of nerves inside your head. Find out how X-rays work.
61) Insect
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2007.
Edition
Revised ed.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.
Language
Esperanto
Description
"Discover the busy world of insects--their structure, history, and fascinating variety"--Cover.
New Look! Relaunched with new jackets and eight pages of new text! Here is a spectacular and informative guide to the extraordinary world of insects. Superb color photographs of beetles, bugs, bees, butterflies, and more give the reader a unique "eyewitness" insight into the variety and complexity of insects, their structure, life cycles and behavior....
62) Jungle
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2009.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in).
Language
English
Description
"Discover life in the tropical rain forest--from exotic birds to millions of species of insects"--Cover.
63) Mammal
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2004]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
71 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text examine the world of mammals, depicting their development, feeding habits, courtship rituals, protective behavior, and physical adaptation to their various ways of life.
64) Mars
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2004]
Physical Desc
69 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
65) Medieval life
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
An illustrated look at various aspects of life in medieval Europe, covering everyday life, religion, royalty, and more.
66)
Mummy
Author
67) Music
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2004]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Takes a look at the history of music, how instruments are made, and how they have evolved today.
68)
Ocean
Author
69) Photography
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
[2004]
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
The story of photography, its history and development, plus introductory discussion of how to take pictures.
70) Pirate
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2007.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 29 cm + fclip-art CD-ROM (digital; 4 3/4 in).
Language
English
Description
"Be an eyewitness to the bloodthirsty activities of pirates, from the barbarous corsairs of the Mediterranean to the cutthroat buccaneers of the Spanish Main"--Cover, p. [4].
71) Pyramid
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text describe the ancient tombs, tools, sculptures, and wall paintings of ancient Egypt and Mexico and also includes reconstructions of Egyptian and Mexican pyramids.
72)
Robot
Author
73) Rocks & minerals
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Find our about the rocks beneath your feet and te minerals they contain. Discover how they are used--from the graphite in pencils, to precious metals and gems. Learn the secrets of ancient fossils and how new rocks are made." -- Back cover.
74) Seashore
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2004.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Brief text and photos introduce the animal inhabitants of the seashore, including fish, crustaceans, snails, and shorebirds.
75) Eyewitness shark
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2014.
Edition
American edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Dive into the fascinating world of sharks--from the tiny dwarf dogfish to the ferocious great white"--Cover.
76) Skeleton
Author
Language
English
Description
A look at the parts of the human skeleton, the types of joints, and the diseases that affect the bones.
77) Titanic
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Detailed descriptions of the "Titanic," including its accommodations and a retelling of its sinking in the North Atlantic in April, 1912.
78) Weather
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2007.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), col.maps ; 29 cm + 1 CD-Rom (digital ; 4 3/4 in.).
Language
English
Description
"Discover the world's weather--from heat waves and droughts to blizzards and floods"--Cover. Includes discussion of why the climate may change in the future.
79) Whale
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2004]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes whales, dolphins, seals, and other marine mammals, their habitats, means of communication, and family life.
80) World Series
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2004]
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
81) World War II
Author
Series
Publisher
DK, in association with the Imperial War Museum
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
New edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and illustrations describe the events of World War II, from the British, French, Italian, and German pre-war preparations to the atomic bomb and defeat of Japan and the German surrender.
83) Amphibian
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2005.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Examines the evolution, behavior, physical characteristics, and life cycle of all kinds of amphibians.
84) Ancient China
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2005.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Illustrations and text explore the history of Imperial China from its earliest beginnings to the days of the last emperor.
86) Baseball
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Text and detailed photographs present the history, techniques, and interesting facts of baseball.
87) Basketball
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
[2005]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents a comprehensive history of the game of basketball and includes full-color and vintage photographs of early teams and players along with information on equipment and uniforms used over the decades, stadiums, and the birth of the NBA.
88) Car
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2005.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
A photo essay about the history, development, and impact of automobiles from horseless carriages and Model T Fords to modern high-performance racing cars; featuring detailed cutaway photos showing how the moving parts of a car work.
89)
Chemistry
Author
91) Dance
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Surveys all forms of dance throughout the world, discussing its cultural and social significance, its costume, its history, and noted dancers and choreographers.
92) Early humans
Series
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs present a description of early humans: their origins; their tools and weapons; how they hunted and foraged for food; and the role of family life, money, religion, and magic.
93) Eyewitness Earth
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2013.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Examines the natural forces that shape our planet, covering such topics as climate, the oceans, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, mountains, and glaciers.
94) Ecology
Author
Language
English
Description
Illustrations and text provide information about ecology in general, specific ecosystems, and our changing understanding of life around us.
96) Explorer
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text examine the history of explorers and exploration, and highlight many of their discoveries.
97) Mythology
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies from around the world.
98) NASCAR
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2005]
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
99) Religion
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2005.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the history, philosophies, and rituals of various world religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Shintoism, Zoroastrianism, and Christianity.
100) Fish
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2005.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore the characteristics, habitats, and variety of fishes and other undersea life.
101)
Food
Author
102) Invention
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2005.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore such inventions as the wheel, gears, levers, clocks, telephones, and rocket engines.
103) Islam
Author
Language
English
Description
"Discover the faith, culture, and history that have shaped the modern Islamic world"--Cover.
104) Money
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Examines, in text and photographs, the symbolic and material meaning of money, from shekels, shells, and beads to gold, silver, checks, and credit cards. Also discusses how coins and banknotes are made, the value of money during wartime, and how to collect coins.
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
[2005]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents a full-color illustrated examination of the customs and traditions of many North American Indians including those of the Great Plains, Southwest, Great Lakes region, far North, and more.
106) Olympics
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Pub
Pub. Date
2000.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
61 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Surveys the history and traditions of the Olympics, highlighting memorable events from ancient Greece to the present day.
107)
Pond & river
Author
108) Shipwreck
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2005.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the history of shipwrecks, famous wrecks, causes, navigation and rescue techniques, and underwater archeology and the exploration of wrecks.
109) Sports
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Examines the equipment, rules, and background of many different team, target, and court sports, including soccer, rugby, Gaelic football, softball, cricket, ice hockey, table tennis, archery, and pool.
110) Tree
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, the creatures that live in trees, and other aspects.
111) Vietnam War
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
The story of the war in Vietnam, told in text and pictures. Vietnam War complements the new look of the Eyewitness series by touring the major battles of the Vietnam conflict. Traces the history of the unpopular war that killed over 58,000 Americans, discussing the causes and effects, leaders, major battles, guerrilla warfare, aerial bombing, weaponry, peace negotiations, and lessons learned.
112) Wild West
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
[2005]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
69 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Brief text and color illustrations chronicle the history of the American West, from the adventures of Lewis and Clark to the massacre at Wounded Knee.
113) Christianity
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2003.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
114) Da Vinci & his times
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2006]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
71 pages : color illustrations, map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
115) Great scientists
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
2007.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Full-color illustrations and photographs introduce readers to the great scientists and their discoveries from ancient history to modern times.
116) Mesopotamia
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2007.
Language
English
Description
Full-color illustrated photographs describe the history, culture, and people of Ancient Mesopotamia. Includes Mesopotamia clip-art CD-ROM and wall chart.
117) Oil
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Provides information about oil and other petroleum products, explaining what they are and how they are used; discussing oil exploration, drilling, and refining; and looking at the problem of pollution and alternatives to oil as a fuel source. Includes clip-art CD-ROM and wall chart.
118) Bird
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Edition
Revised edition.
Language
English
Description
A photo essay on the world of birds examining such topics as body construction, feathers and flight, the adaptation of beaks and feet, feeding habits, courtship, nests and eggs, and bird watching.
119) Presidents
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Follow the early lives and political careers of the US presidents and see how they came into office, with full-color photographs of campaign memorabilia, family portraits, handwritten letters, mementos, and more. Discover how Abraham Lincoln saved the Union, why teddy bears are named after Theodore Roosevelt, and how Thomas Jefferson doubled the size of the nation with the Louisiana Purchase. An informative visual guide, this DK Eyewitness book explores...
120) Vote
Author
Series
Publisher
Dk Pub
Pub. Date
2008.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.).
Language
English
Description
Presents the history of the election process from Roman times to the present day.
121) Battle
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2009.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
122) Evolution
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2009.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 29 cm + 1 clip art CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.).
Language
English
Description
Text about and photography of experiments, animals, plants, bones, and fossils reveal the ideas and discoveries that have changed our understanding of the natural world and how life began.
123)
Moon
Author
124) Soldier
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2009.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in).
Language
English
Description
Describes the lives of soldiers from the Middle Ages to the present, discussing their training, tactics, vehicles, and weapons.
125) Space exploration
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2004]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes rockets, exploratory vehicles, and other technological aspects of space exploration, satellites, space stations, and the life and work of astronauts.
126) Universe
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2009.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm + 1 clip art CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.).
Language
English
Description
Provides an in-depth, comprehensive look at the universe with a unique integration of words and pictures. Topics covered include: black holes, galaxies, the solar system, asteroids, meteors, meterorites, stars, quasars and more. Features an accompanying clip-art CD.
127) Viking
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm + 1 clip-art CD-ROM.
Language
English
Description
The story of Vikings, from fighting longships and legendary bravery to mythological gods and monsters.
128) Water
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2009.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in).
Language
English
Description
Takes a look at the role of water in our bodies, our cultures, and our world.
129) Baseball
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2010.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.).
Language
English
Description
Text and detailed photographs present the history, techniques, and interesting facts of baseball.
130)
Chicago
131) Dinosaur
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Packed with incredible statistics and facts about dinosaurs written in easy-to-grasp text, this kids book will help cultivate the paleontologists of tomorrow.
"Travel back in time to a world filled with fearsome predators and long-necked giants. From terrifying Tyrannosaurus rex to ancient deep-sea monsters and flying reptiles, learn about how these fascinating prehistoric animals lived--and became extinct--more than 66 million years ago." -- Back...
132)
Economy
133)
Endangered animals
Author
134) Soccer
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Examines all aspects of the game of soccer: its history, rules, techniques, tactics, equipment, playing fields, competitive play, and more.
135)
Treasure
Author
136)
City
Author
137)
Computer
Author
138) Flying machine
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
A photo essay tracing the history and development of aircraft from hot-air balloons to jetliners. Includes information on the principles of flight and the inner workings of various flying machines.
139)
Pond and river
Author
140) Predator
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2011.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents an illustrated look at the predatory behavior of various animal species, discussing such topics as how animals stalk their prey, the lures and traps they use, and where predators fit in various food chains.
141)
Science
Author
142)
Boy Scouts of America
Author
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2012]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm + 1 computer disk (4 3/4).
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore the behavior and life cycles of butterflies and moths, examining mating rituals, camouflage, habitat, growth from pupa to larva to adult, and other aspects.
144)
Energy
Author
145)
Eyewitness animal
Author
146) Eyewitness religion
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2012]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in).
Language
English
Description
Introduces the history, philosophies, and rituals of various world religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Shintoism, Zoroastrianism, and Christianity.
147) Eyewitness reptile
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2012.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in).
Language
English
Description
Discusses different kinds of reptiles, their similarities and differences, habitats, and behavior
148)
Transportation
Author
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2013.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces young readers to some of the most fascinating ancient civilizations in the world's history and the legacies they left behind, from the intriguing world of pharaohs in Ancient Egypt, to the arts of Greece and Rome, to the amazing culture of the Mayans.
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2014.
Edition
American edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (mostly color) ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Focusing on contemporary and historical developments in the study of human anatomy, this features clear, age appropriate text, photographs, charts, graphics, and 3-D models highlighting the inner workings of our bodies -- from the framework of our skeleton to the millions of tiny cells that make our bodies work. In this updated edition, kids can discover how muscles and joints help us move, find out how x-rays work, see the network of nerves inside...
151) Volcano & earthquake
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Witness the power of our restless planet to both create and destroy. Watch red-hot lava flow from an erupting volcano, see how earthquakes create tsunamis, and meet scientists past and present who have helped us understand our turbulent world."--
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2014.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses natural monuments and ancient and modern architectural feats and the marvels of engineering behind these timeless treasures.
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations, color maps, portraits ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
A close-up study of World War I takes readers on a gripping journey into the heart of the war where they will witness life in the trenches, the devastation of Europe by the Great War and much more, in a visual account that features photographs, maps and an abundance of information, releasing to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the conflict.
154) Eyewitness animal
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Edition
[Second] American edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), maps ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the world of animals, describing their physical characteristics, life cycles, habitats, group behaviors, roles as workers and companions to humans, and the different steps being taken to protect them.
155) Natural disasters
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Describes the wide range of natural disasters that occur on Earth, including tsunamis, landslides, tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes, climate change, and infectious diseases.
157) Judaism
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Discusses the historical origins, teachings, practices, persecution, spread, and challenges of Judaism.
158) Fossil
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Discover what fossilized shells, bones, skulls, teeth, and plants tell us about the distant past.
159) Ancient Egypt
Author
Series
Edition
Revised edition.
Language
English
Description
New Look! Relaunched with new jackets and 8 pages of new text! A detailed look at life in Egypt - from the pharaoh and his courtiers, through the mystical rites of the priests, to the world of the workers in the fields. Featuring stunning items from the tomb of Tutankhamun and jewelry from the royal palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian nobles lived. Find out how they prepared for...
160) Hurricane & tornado
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
New edition.
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discover why hurricanes and tornadoes are so destructive. Understand the impacts of extreme weather and how forecasting and warning systems help keep people safe.