Dorling Kindersley

Developmental and educational literature for preschoolers. A fun way of learning about different colours and shapes. With full colored illustrative stickers.

Developmental and educational literature for preschoolers. A fun way of learning about letters. With full colored illustrative stickers.

Developmental and educational literature for preschoolers. A fun way of learning about numbers. With full colored illustrative stickers.

Featuring photographs, illustrations and detailed maps, this guide helps you to discover France region-by region; from Champagne in the north to the sun-blessed corner of Provence and the Cote d'Azur. It provides the comprehensive listings of the best hotels, chateaux, resorts, restaurants, cafes and nightlife in each region for various budgets.

The uniquely visual «DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Spain» is your indispensable guide to this exciting country. This fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of Spain's must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all its grand cities and quaint towns. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions this diverse country has to offer. «DK's Eyewitness Travel Guide Spain» will help you to discover Spain region by region; from the unique culture of luscious Catalonia to unspoilt paradise island, Formentera. Detailed listings will guide you to the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets, whilst detailed practical information will help you to get around, whether by train, car or ferry. Plus, DK's excellent insider tips will get you under the skin of Spain, from finding a traditional Spanish fiesta to sampling the most delicious paella. «DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Spain» shows you what others only tell you.

The new-look «DK Eyewitness London Travel Guide» — now complete with a free pull-out city map, clearly marked with sights from the guidebook — will lead you straight to the best attractions England's bustling capital has to offer. You'll find detailed listings of the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets in this fully updated and expanded guide, plus insider tips on everything from where to find the best markets and traditional pubs to great attractions for children. It also includes in-depth coverage of all London's unforgettable sights, from the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace to trendy Covent Garden piazza. DK's uniquely visual «DK Eyewitness London Travel Guide» includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the city's stunning architecture, plus 3D aerial views of London's best districts to explore on foot. And the new-look guide's indispensible city map is so easy-to-use — keep it with the book or remove and use on its own. The map has detailed street views of all the key areas, plus there are transport maps and information on how to get around the city, and there's even a chart showing the distances between major sights for walkers. «The DK Eyewitness London Travel Guide» shows you what others only tell you.

»DK Eyewitness Top 10 New York City Travel Guide» will lead you straight to the best attractions this fascinating city has to offer. Whether you're looking for the best restaurants and bars, a hotel to suit your budget, or want to find the best nightspots in New York; this guide is the perfect pocket-sized companion. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists — from the Top 10 comedy clubs to the Top 10 restaurants and Top 10 places for children, there's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid. The guide is divided into sections for the city's twelve areas and an additional section on the four outer boroughs (Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island); all packed with beautiful illustrations of their attractions. You'll find the insider knowledge every visitor needs and explore every corner of NYC effortlessly with «DK Eyewitness Top 10 New York City Travel Guide» and its free pull-out map. «DK Eyewitness Top 10 New York City Travel Guide» shows you what others only tell you.

The uniquely visual «DK Eyewitness Great Britain Travel Guide» is your indispensable guide to the British Isles. This fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of Great Britain's must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities and towns of Great Britain. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions England, Scotland and Wales have to offer. «DK's Eyewitness Great Britain Travel Guide» will help you to discover Great Britain region by region; from taking a 'flight' on the London Eye to punting on the river in Cambridge. Detailed listings will guide you to the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets, whilst detailed practical information will help you to get around, whether by train, bus or car. Plus, DK's excellent insider tips will help you make the most of Great Britain, from recommended Victorian beach resorts to finding the most authentic British pub grub. «DK Eyewitness Great Britain Travel Guide» shows you what others only tell you.

»DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide London» will lead you straight to the very best of England's capital city. Whether you're looking for a peaceful place to stay, the best events or the tastiest restaurants; this guide is your perfect pocket-sized companion. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists — from the Top 10 sights to the Top 10 festivals and events, restaurants and days out for children, there's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid. The guide is divided by area; Regents Park & Marylebone; Kensington & Knightsbridge; Mayfair & St James'; Bloomsbury & Fitzrovia; Soho & the West End; Covent Garden; and, The City and Westminster, the South Bank & Southwark. You'll find restaurant reviews for every area, as well as recommendations for luxury hotels, pubs and places to shop. You'll also find the insider knowledge every visitor needs to explore every corner of London effortlessly in the «DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide London» and its free pull-out map. «DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide London» shows you what others only tell you.

This is a new edition of the drama and history of Britain's royal lineage from the Saxons to the Windsors. Don't know your Albert from your Ethelred? Which Henry had six wives, and which was crowned at eight years old? «Kings & Queens of England and Scotland» is the essential guide that will help you sort your Tudors from your Stuarts, and discover how each monarch helped to shape the country we live in today. Easy to read biographies of each sovereign highlight key dates and achievements and family trees illustrate relations and ancestors — new edition includes noteworthy recent events in the Royal Family including the engagement of Prince William to Kate Middleton. «Kings & Queens of England and Scotland» is suitable for those just beginning their journey into royal history or for those who simply want to check their facts.

»The DK Eyewitness California» travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions the state has to offer. Whether you're making the most of the illustrious nightlife or discovering California's history in the museums of San Francisco, this guide provides all the insider tips every visitor needs, with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, restaurants, shops and nightlife for all budgets. It's fully illustrated, and covers of all the major areas from LA and San Diego to The Mojave Desert and Wine Country. You'll find 3D cutaways and floorplans of all the must-see sites — including Long Beach, the Golden Gate Park and the Transamerica Pyramid — as well as street maps and reliable information about getting around this diverse state. «DK Eyewitness California» explores the culture, history and architecture, not missing the best in entertainment, shopping, tours and scenic walks, in this unique and varied state. With all the sights, beaches and attractions listed area by area, «DK Eyewitness California» is your essential companion. «DK Eyewitness California» shows you what others only tell you.

The best of Moscow in your pocket with DK Eyewitness Pocket Map & Guide Moscow. From the mystery and intrigue of the Kremlin and Lenin's Mausoleum, to the beautiful St. Basil's Cathedral and the world-class Tretyakov Gallery, you'll find everything you need in this great value, map and guidebook that slips easily into your pocket or bag. Perfect for on-the-go navigation, it helps you discover Moscow's must-sees, top restaurants, bars and shops, opening times and transport information. Use the guide to decide your itinerary then plot your route using the fold-out map. Everything you need to make the most of your city break.

The DK Eyewitness Pocket Map & Guide St. Petersburg will lead you straight to the best attractions St. Petersburg has to offer. Fully illustrated with all the major sights of St Petersburg; from the most stunning cathedrals, churches and soviet landmarks, to the best places to shop for souvenirs, this handy pocket sized travel guide includes an ingenious and easy to use fold-out St Petersburg map so you will never get lost. With comprehensive area-by-area information and referencing, the DK Eyewitness Pocket Map & Guide St. Petersburg recommends the best hotels, restaurants, bars, shops and cultural attractions within this beautiful city. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with the DK Eyewitness Pocket Map & Guide St. Petersburg.

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»DK Eyewitness Australia» travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions this extraordinary country has on offer. Packed with colour photographs, illustrations and detailed maps discover Australia region-by region; from the aboriginal sites of the Northern Territory to the wilderness of Tasmania. The guide provides all the insider tips every visitor needs from the best ways to explore the outback to sampling Australia's world-famous surf and beach culture and shopping in Melbourne, with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, resorts, restaurants and nightlife in each region for all budgets. You'll find 3D cutaways and floorplans of all the must-see sites from Sydney Opera House to Canberra war memorial plus street-by-street maps of all the major Australian cities and towns. «DK Eyewitness Australia» explores the culture, history, architecture and art of this diverse country not forgetting the best scenic routes and the country's magnificent national parks, wineries and distinct wildlife. With up-to-date information on getting around by train, car, walking in cities and all the sights and resorts listed town by town, «DK Eyewitness Australia» is indispensable. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with the «DK Eyewitness Australia».

»The DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Austria» will lead you straight to the best attractions the country has to offer. Whether you're exploring the museums in Vienna or skiing in Styria, this guide provides all the insider tips every visitor needs, with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, restaurants, shops and nightlife for all budgets. It's fully illustrated and covers all the major areas from Tyrol and Salzburger Land to Carinthia and Burgenland. You'll find 3D cutaways and floorplans of all the must-see sites — including Mariazell Church Stephansdom Cathedral, and Schonbrunn — as well as street maps and reliable information about getting around. «DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Austria» explores the culture, history and architecture, not missing the best in entertainment, shopping, tours and scenic walks, in this unique country. With all the sights and attractions listed area by area, «DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Austria» is your essential companion. «DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Austria» shows you what others only tell you.

This title brings a budding ballerina's favourite ballet stories to life, new in paperback. It includes a detailed exploration of five popular ballet stories, with performance photographs, illustrations and additional facts. Plus an introduction to ballet steps and a ballet class, and a specialist glossary. It also includes an introduction by Darcey Bussell.

Go behind the scenes of Tim Burton's, «Alice in Wonderland». Meet Alice, from «Alice in Wonderland»; now aged 17 she attends a party at a Victorian estate only to find she is about to be proposed to in front of hundreds of snooty society types. She runs off, following a white rabbit into a hole and ends up in Wonderland, a place she visited 10 years before yet doesn't remember. Step into Wonderland and come face-to-face with the characters from Tim Burton's, «Alice in Wonderland», and satisfy your curiosity through tons of cool facts. You'll meet The Mad Hatter, The White Queen, Cheshire Cat, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum and more. Then journey through fantastic stills and CG character photography from the movie and discover all about Alice's magical adventures.

»DK Eyewitness Thailand's Beaches & Islands» travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions this majestic region has on offer. Packed with colour photographs, illustrations and detailed maps, it lets you discover Thailand's beaches and islands region by region; from the unforgettable beaches of Phuket, Ko Samuii and Ko Phi Phi to the best attractions of the Krabi province with useful background on everything from diving and snorkelling to relaxing in stunning rainforests. «DK Eyewitness Thailands Beaches & Islands» explores every facet of the region from its landscape and wildlife to its history and culture, sports, outdoor activities and nightlife. Whether you're seeking a secluded getaway or the hottest party destinations, you'll find all the insider tips every visitor needs with dozens of reviews of hotels, restaurants, bars, plentiful shopping tips as well as beaches, markets and festivals listed area by area. With up-to-date information on moving between the islands, scenic tours and the most unmissable Thai cuisine «DK Eyewitness Thailand's Beaches & Islands» is indispensable. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with «DK Eyewitness Thailand's Beaches & Islands».

This is a new edition of this incredible look at over 5,000 years of battles and conflict in a compact format. From the first chariot clashes of the ancient world to the bloody conflicts of today's Middle East and the modern era of nuclear weapons, it explores 5,000 years of armed battles and brutal combat. You can get up close to an incredible array of artefacts, paintings, maps, battle plans and photographs which bring the history of conflict vividly to life. You can meet the generals and see key weapons used in blood-thirsty battles from the cannon to the tank. It comes with a foreword by Dan Snow, co-presenter of the BBC's «Battlefield Britain». You can prepare yourself for this remarkable but brutal story of mankind's most incredible conflicts.

Thsi is a new compact edition of this visual journey through 3,000 years of naval warfare. From the clash of galleys in Ancient Greece to deadly encounters between nuclear-powered submarines in the 20th century, explore every aspect of the story of naval warfare on, under and above the sea. You can visit every major naval conflict in time through detailed vital statistics of the combatants and outcomes. You can examine the changing face of life aboard a vessel, from punishment and discipline to food and recreation. You can take a look at crews and their roles through the ages exploring hierarchies and organisation. Packed with photographs, maps, 3D battle plans and eyewitness accounts this is the ultimate guide to the evolution of naval conflict.

From the Incredible Hulk to the invincible Iron Man to the amazing Spiderman, all 200 characters who have made up The Avengers, the world's mightiest Super Hero team are included in this ultimate character encyclopedia. You can discover all about the Avengers' action packed history since 1963. You can find out about each member of the Avengers with detailed facts, stats, character histories, their allies and their enemies. Created in full collaboration with Marvel Comics and packed full with original comic book art, this encyclopedia is essential reading for all super hero fans!

Get your child hooked on reading as they step aboard the Death Star from Star Wars The Clone Wars. Designed to engage even the most reluctant reader, this fun-packed The Clone Wars Reader is all about the indomitable Death Star. Watch as your child discovers more about the Empire's deadliest weapon, finding out what it's capable of and its fatal flaw. Packed with pictures of the Death Star from The Clone Wars series, it's an out-of-this-world read. And don't forget, there's a galaxy full of DK Star Wars books to collect.

Get your child hooked on reading as they meet and make friends with the Rebel Alliance from Star Wars The Clone Wars. Designed to engage even the most reluctant reader, this fun-packed The Clone Wars Reader is all about the brave members of the Rebel Alliance. Watch as your child meets Luke Skywalker and his friends as they battle against the evil Galactic Empire. They'll join the brave members of the Rebel Alliance and learn exactly what it takes to be a Rebel. Packed with pictures from The Clone Wars series, it's an out-of-this-world read. And don't forget, there's a galaxy full of DK Star Wars books to collect.