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With full captions explaining how bear species hunt and feed, rear their cubs and migrate, Bears is a brilliant examination in outstanding color photographs of these fascinating animals. There are eight species of bear that roam the world today:
Modern Military Aircraft is a fascinating pocket-size guide to the most important military aircraft developed since World War II. This highly illustrated book features a wide range of aircraft that served in the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the C
Discover the 300 most important and influential military jet aircraft that have flown since World War II. From the Messerschmitt Me 262 and the English Electric Lightning to the North American F-86 Sabre, these are the 300 most significant example
With the aid of superb line artworks, Unarmed Combat demonstrates to the reader how special forces soldiers are taught to excel in hand-to-hand fighting: how they maximise bodyweight, and the use of various strikes, throws, locks and constrictions to de
This highly illustrated guide to the main types of aircraft used by the German Luftwaffe during World War II is perfect for aviation buffs and military modelers. From the Junkers Ju 87A Stuka dive bomber and the Dornier Do 17Z-2 used in the invasi
A highly illustrated guide to the main battleships of the 20th century. For centuries, battleships provided overwhelming firepower at sea. They were not only a major instrument of warfare, but also a visible emblem of a nations power, wealth, and
Illustrated with accurate artworks of aircraft, armored fighting vehicles, artillery and missiles, Aircraft, Tanks & Artillery of the Ukraine War is a detailed guide to all the weaponry currently being deployed in the War in Ukraine. The War in
Illustrated with more than 100 submarine artworks, Technical Guide: Submarines of World War II is an essential reference guide for modellers and naval warfare enthusiasts. From the very beginning of World War II, the German U-boats proved their wort
At the outbreak of hostilities in 1939, many of the aircraft in service with Britain and Commonwealth countries were outdated, and the RAF had to urgently expand production of the new types, such as the superb Supermarine Spitfire fighter and twin-engined
Technical Guide: Modern Military Aircraft is an extensively researched review of the military aircraft deployed by the world's air forces in recent conflicts in the Balkans, the Caucasus, Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, and elsewhere. Organized alphabetic
With full captions explaining how each species act in a group, communicate, hunt and feed, and rear its young, Monkeys is a brilliant examination in 150 outstanding color photographs of these remarkable primates. As our closest relatives in the ani
With a new introduction, this is an exquisitely produced edition of a classic text made using traditional Chinese bookbinding techniques. Tea began as a medicine and grew into a beverage, are the opening words of Okakura Kakuzōs The Book of Te
With detailed captions explaining the origins, habitat, and behavior of these noble creatures, Wild Horses provides a vivid pictorial introduction in brilliant photographs. The feral cousins of well-known domesticated breeds, wild horses live on
From biplanes and single-seat monoplanes to jet and rocket fighters, this richly detailed guide details the most important fighters used by the Luftwaffe during World War II. The Luftwaffe, or German Air Force, played a crucial role in that countr
A highly illustrated and informative guide to the main armored fighting vehicles used by the Red Army during World War II. Packed with 250 full-color artworks and photographs with exhaustive specifications, this compact volume offers a comprehensi
Organized chronologically by type, Russian Aircraft of World War II offers a highly illustrated guide to the main types of aircraft used by the Soviet Air Force during World War II. The book provides a comprehensive survey of combat aircraft, from
Exploring some of the worlds eeriest places, Abandoned Islands features American civil war forts, Europes last leper colony and South Atlantic whaling stations, along with once grand mansions and colonial settlements and churches, and much more. Arrange
American Fighter Aircraft of World War II is a detailed guide to all the fighter aircraft types deployed by the USAAF and US Navy from 1941 to 1945. Organized chronologically, this book includes all-time greats, such as the highly-adaptable P-51
With striking color photographs exploring 100 areas, Abandoned Towns is a fascinating visual history of the mysteries of lost worlds. Gold rush towns abandoned when new boomtowns emerge elsewhere or the gold has run out, towns deserted when caug
With detailed captions explaining the origins, habitat and behaviour of these fascinating species, Crocodiles, Alligators & Lizards is an engaging pictorial guide in over 200 brilliant photographs, each accompanied by a caption with fascinating informat
Beautifully produced in traditional Chinese binding and with a timeless design, Haiku features 90 classic poems from four poets: Matsuo Basho, Yosa Buson, Kobayashi Issa and Masaoka Shiki with each poem is presented in Japanese script, along with romani
Travelling from the edge of our Solar System, through the Milky Way and to the outer edges of the observable universe, Deep Space is a spectacular photographic guide to galaxies, nebulae, supernova, clusters, black holes, and quasars. Learn about t
Military Aircraft features 52 of the most important military aircraft of the last hundred years. The book includes all the main types, from biplane fighters and carrier aircraft to tactical bombers, transport aircraft, multirole fighters, strategic
Illustrated with detailed artworks of SS tanks and their markings with exhaustive captions and specifications, Waffen-SS Divisions 193945: The Essential Vehicle Identification Guide is the definitive study of the equipment and organization of Himmlers
Illustrated with detailed artworks of Wehrmacht vehicles and their markings with exhaustive captions and specifications, Panzergrenadier Divisions 193945 is the definitive study of the equipment and organization of Germanys motorized army divisions duri
With a new cover design and updated introduction, this complete atlas provides an invaluable work of reference for both the general reader and the serious student of World War I. World War I Illustrated Atlas is a comprehensive visual guide to thi
One of the worlds oldest civilizations, Ancient Egypt lasted from the fourth millennium BCE until colonization by imperial Rome in the first century CE. In that time the Egyptians built huge pyramids, palaces and tombs to celebrate the lives of and prese
Battleships features 52 of the greatest warships to have sailed in the last 500 years. Beginning with King Henry VIII's flagship, Henry Grace à Dieu , this book covers all the main periods of battleship development, including the great sailing
Military Jet Aircraft provides a detailed look at more than 50 of the most important jet-engine aircraft developed between 1945 and the present day. Aircraft profiled include dedicated interceptors, bombers, and reconnaissance platforms, as well
Packed with more than 200 artworks and photographs, German Aircraft of World War II is an exciting guide for the military historian and aviation enthusiast. The flyers of the Luftwaffe spearheaded the German blitzkrieg during the early years of
Using specially commissioned maps and artworks to illustrate the battles, equipment and tactics of the era, Medieval Warfare Illustrated Atlas shows in detail the methods by which armies gained and lost ascendancy on the battlefield. This is an essential
If you know your enemies and know yourself, you can win numerous battles without a single loss. Sun Tzu, The Art of War Written in the 6th century BC, Sun Tzus The Art of War is still used as a book of military strategy today. Napoleon, Mae Zedong a
Jall ad-Dn Muhammad Rm (120773) was a 13th-century Persian poet, Islamic scholar, theologian, and Sufi mystic. This hand-bound volume offers a selection of his many poems with a variety of themes, including love, marriage, life and death, passion and myst
- - A beautifully packaged gift using classic Chinese binding - - Includes 100 illustrations and photographs - - Offers a concise, entertaining guide to Norse mythology -
The Tao Te Ching, written around 300BC, describes the fundamental beliefs of Taoism, addressing how to live a simple, peaceful and harmonious life, how to rid oneself of desires and institutions that promote greed. This traditional Chinese-bound dual-lang
From the American Civil War and the introduction of the metal cartridge in the 1860s up to the present day, The Encyclopedia of Weapons is an accessible reference guide to the most important small arms, armoured vehicles, aircraft and ships from all aro
- - A wide-ranging guide to military aircraft, tanks and ships from the Cold War to the present day - - 850 full colour profile artworks - - A single-volume guide to the best aircraft, tanks and ships of the modern era -
Arranged in chapters covering shorthair and longhair cats, *Encyclopedia of Cats *features a huge range of breeds from all around the world. From Siamese to Russian Blue, Manx to American Bobtail, Burmese to Bombay, the book expertly explores and celebrat
What is Life? It is the flash of a firefly in the night. It is the breath of a buffalo in the wintertime. It is the little shadow which runs across the grass and loses itself in the sunset. Black Elk, Oglala Sioux Founded on stories and myths told orally
- - Features 350 entries, from the Fokker DR.1 triplane through the Mil Mi-24 helicopter gunship to the F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter - - Ranges from the World Wars to the present day - - Includes photographs or colour artworks
History of the World provides a sumptuous, pictorial guide to the most significant events in human history, from the Bronze Age to the 21st century. Beginning in the sixth millennium BCE, in the Indus Valley, Mesopotamia and along the Nile River,
Featuring more than 400 entries, World War II Encyclopedia of Aircraft, Tanks & Warships is an illustrated reference work on the most important weapons of the Second World War. From the beginning of the panzer-led German blitzkrieg in September 1939
A stunning look at Earth''s wildlife and natural history, including rocks, minerals, animals, plants, fungi and more! Arranged by biome, Natural History of the World offers a broad overview of the most important animals and vegetation in each region. Th