Most Popular Books by Dorling Kindersley

Discover some of the strangest species in the animal kingdom in this brilliant mini book packed with pictures and bulging with fun facts. Pocket Eyewitness Animals uses bite-sized chunks of information to make learning about animals even more fun. From flamingos to frogs, explore the animal family tree and find out the unique features that make an elephant a mammal, or a shark a fish. Inside you''ll find everyday animals you might see in your garden as well as rare and exotic species. For each entry, this handy guide profiles habitat, diet, size, and behaviour, along with cool facts about the most curious creatures. Perfect for school projects and homework assignments as well as for young animal lovers, Pocket Eyewitness Animals will tell you everything you need to know about animals in one pocket-sized book.

Your holiday starts the moment you open the guide ... "The best guide available. Packed to the brim with colour photos, maps and essential information." Amazon Reader review. From charming, unspoilt fishing villages to jet-set gems such as glorious Portofino; tiny hill villages to the splendid mansions and fine museums of Genoa; sun-soaked beaches to wild and beautiful national wildlife parks – the Italian Riviera has it all. This updated and expanded edition of the DK Eyewitness Travel Guide recommends the best hotels and restaurants offering delicious regional cuisine and wines, and provides detailed coverage, including cutaways and floor-plans of all the major sights. This guide, with its hundreds of photographs, detailed maps of all the towns and regions, and unique watercolour illustrations, is an indispensable passport to the very best the Italian Riviera has on offer. Winner of the Guardian & Observer ‘Best Guide Books'' Award and Wanderlust Magazine Silver Award for ''Top Guidebook''

Unearth the wonderful world of marvellous minerals, spectacular stones, and glistening gems in this complete guide to Earth''s rocks and minerals. Introducing Rocks and Minerals Ultimate Handbook, the latest title in DK''s Ultimate Handbook series which takes you on the journey to discover some of the world''s most fascinating rocks, minerals and gemstones of the natural world. This geology book for kids includes must-know facts and stats about more than 200 rocks, minerals, and gems, teaching all about where these objects come from, what they are made of, their uses, and their unique characteristics. With stats about each featured rock or mineral, including its colours, crystal shapes, and the materials it''s made of, this book is ideal for budding geologists This fascinating geology book for kids offers: - Thematic pages introducing different topics, including: the rock cycle, fossils, space rocks, birthstones, living gems, and more. - Bold photographs showing more than 200 rocks and minerals in great detail, including natural sites and buildings like Mount Rushmore, the Atacama Desert, and the Taj Mahal. - Each double page feature includes stat boxes, annotations, and mind-boggling facts to help children become true rockhounds. With this highly engaging geology book, children can identify different colours, crystal shapes and the materials different rocks are made of. The handbook style format allows children to be introduced to the topic of rocks and minerals in a way that is detailed, without being overwhelming or talking down to them. About the series DK''s Ultimate Handbook series will spark curiosity and amaze children aged 6+ interested in the world around them. If you liked Rocks and Minerals Ultimate Handbook, then you''ll love Animal Ultimate Handbook and learning about the Earth''s wildlife, or Dinosaur Ultimate Handbook and exploring the prehistoric world.

Whether you are traveling first class or on a limited budget, this Eyewitness Top 10 guide will lead you straight to the very best Tokyo has to offer. Dozens of Top 10 lists--from the Top 10 places to experience Japapnese culture to the Top 10 places to worship, parks, restaurants, hotels and exciting music venues--provide the insider knowledge every visitor needs. And to save you time and money, there''s even a Top 10 list of Things to Avoid."--Back cover.

The DK Eyewitness Canada Travel Guideis your indispensable guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities and towns. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions on offer. The uniquely visual DK Eyewitness Travel guide will help you to discover everything region-by-region; from local festivals and markets to day trips around the countryside. 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 and essential local information will help you explore every corner of Canada effortlessly. DK Eyewitness Canada Travel Guide- showing you what others only tell you.

The guide that shows you what other travel books only tell you America''s 3rd largest city is known for its non-stop energy, outstanding architecture, ethnic neighborhoods and cultural life. DK''s Eyewitness Travel Guides: Chicago set the standard for the balance of sightseeing, historical and practical information. Whether going to see the Cubs at Wrigley Field, looking for a Chagall at the Art Institute, or heading to the top of the John Hancock Building, there is no better guide to show you what the Windy City has to offer. Includes a spectacular bird''s-eye view of the Magnificent Mile, floor plans of the major museums, with excellent coverage of the city''s nightlife, shops and markets.

The DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Florence & Tuscany is your indispensable guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities and towns. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions on offer. The uniquely visual DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Florence & Tuscany will help you to discover everything region-by-region; from local festivals and markets to day trips around the countryside. 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 and essential local information will help you explore every corner of Florence & Tuscany effortlessly. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Florence & Tuscany - showing you what others only tell you.

Take a visual journey through the world of music and learn the science behind it, too. Budding music fans will love discovering musical geniuses of every era, from Mozart and classical music to Bowie and pop, as well as finding out how music is created and what links it all together. The book looks at music throughout history, beginning with the first known melody from the Fertile Crescent and covering modern music phenomena, from K Pop to hip-hop. Instruments and genres from across the world are featured, with "playlists" of key pieces encouraging kids to look up pieces to hear for themselves. STEAM spreads delve into the psychology and math behind music, from how it affects our mood to how it can improve our minds. Covering India''s Ragas, Indonesia''s Gamelan, Japan''s city pop, and more, this book will help children discover a love of music.

An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Hong Kong, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map - all designed to help you see the very best of Hong Kong. Take the historic tram up the Peak, ride the Star Ferry between Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, join the crowds at the Happy Valley Races, explore the buzzing night markets or browse in TsimSha Tsui''s designer stores. From Top 10 ways to experience real China to Top 10 things to do for free - discover the best of Hong Kong with this easy-to-use travel guide. Inside Top 10 Hong Kong: - Eleven easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week - Top 10 lists showcase the best Hong Kong attractions, covering Central''s State Square, Stanley, the Tau Long Wan coastline, and more - Free laminated pull-out map of Hong Kong , plus eleven colour neighbourhood maps - In-depth neighbourhood guides explore Hong Kong''s most interesting areas , with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing - Colour-coded chapters divided by area make it easy to find information quickly and plan your day - Essential travel tips including our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful transport, visa and health information - Colour maps help you navigate with ease - Covers Hong Kong Island, Tsim Sha Tsui, Yau Ma Tei, Mong Kok and Prince Edward, New Kowloon, the New Territories, Outlying Islands, Macau, Shenzhen, Gua ngzhou, and more Staying for longer and looking for a comprehensive guide to the mainland? Try DK Eyewitness Travel Guide China. About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK''s Top 10 guides take the work out of planning a short trip, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your weekend trip or cultural break. DK is the world''s leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.

From the birth of the tank to unmanned vehicles and the tanks of the future, The Tank Book offers a truly definitive look at over 400 different tanks, produced in association with The Tank Museum. Take an up-close look at British, US, Russian, German, and French tanks, meet key designers such as Mikhail Koshkin and Sir William Tritton, and discover the ground-breaking technology behind such vehicles as the Centurion, Hellcat, SV Scout, and T-14 Armata, and the legendary Tiger tank Incredible photographic tours take you inside a variety of tanks, putting you in the seat of some of the most formidable vehicles to ever go to battle in World War I, World War II, the Cold War, and beyond. Perfect for anyone with an interest in military history, The Tank Book is the ultimate guide to tanks and their role on the battlefield.

Using just one ball of wool, cotton, silk or variegated yarn, you can make any of the huge variety of knitting and crochet projects in this book. All of the projects are on trend, with easy patterns ranging from hats, scarves, headbands and mittens, to bags, toys and home accessories such as baskets and throws. Using just one ball of wool means many projects can be completed in just a few hours following the straightforward instructions and handy technique sections. No matter what your level of skill you can learn how to knit and crochet these simple, quick-to-finish, trendy projects.

The best of Las Vegas in your pocket. From thrilling roller coasters to arcades, concerts and restaurants- everything you need in this great value, map and guidebook that slips easily into your pocket or bag.Perfect for on-the-go navigation, discover Las Vegas biggest attractions, 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. Winner of the Guardian & Observer u0091Best Guide Books'' award and Wanderlust Magazine Silver Award for ''Top Guidebook.''

The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring this breathtakingly beautiful country. Tour picturesque Chilean vineyards, stargaze in the Atacama Desert, explore the glaciers of the Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia or admire Rapa Nui''s moai statues- everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Chile and Easter Island with this indispensable travel guide. Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Chile and Easter Island- - Over 35 colour mapshelp you navigate with ease - Simple layoutmakes it easy to find the information you need - Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Chile and Easter Island, designed for every interest and budget - Illustrations and floorplansdetail iconic sights such as Santiago''s fascinating Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino and leafy Parque Metropolitano de Santiago, the unusual Casa Museo Isla Negra, the breathtaking Rano Raraku and more - Colour photographsof Chile''s colonial cities, historic architecture, museums and art galleries, ancient settlements, colourful towns and villages, natural wonders and spectacular landscapes - including mountains, glaciers, geysers, beaches, lakes, volcanoes, and flora and fauna - as well as Easter Island''s fascinating archaeological sites, mysterious monuments, crater lakes, plus nearby Robinson Crusoe Island, with its dramatic volcanic landscape and endemic flora and fauna - Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Santiago, including Plaza de Armas and Santiago Centro, West of Santiago Centro, Northeast of Santiago Centro; Chile beyond the capital, including Central Valley, Norte Grande and Norte Chico, Lake District and ChiloU, Northern Patagonia, Southern Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego; Easter Island and Robinson Crusoe Island - Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience-learn about the country''s rich history and culture, iconic architecture, ancient settlements, festivals and events, and more - Experience Chile and Easter Island with features on the landscape and wildlife, the biodiversity of Chile, peoples of Chile and Easter Island, music and dance, literature, theatre and cinema, Chilean art and architecture, sports in Chile, Fiestas Patrias, funiculars of ValparaYso, history of wine in Chile, regional arts and crafts, pukaras and the Camino del Inca, myths and folklore of ChiloU, and more - Essential travel tips- our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus how to get around, useful phrases, and visa and health information. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Chile and Easter Islandis a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you get the most from your visit to Chile and Easter Island. DK Eyewitness- winner of the Top Guidebook Series in the Wanderlus

Explore the history and variety of our most faithful companions in this visual guide to over 400 different dog breeds. From Afghan Hounds to Yorkshire Terriers, from gun dogs to designer breeds -- and from Beethoven to Toto -- for centuries, dogs have been adored for their unswerving loyalty, and this new edition of The Dog Encyclopedia provides the perfect celebration of the special relationship that binds humans with our four-legged friends.

Family Guide Italy offers you the best things to see and do on a family vacation in Italy--from visiting magnificent sights such as the Colosseum in Rome and Basilica di San Marco in Venice to exploring the treasures housed in the Uffizi in Florence and the Duomo in Milan--and brings those places alive for children with fun facts, quizzes, and cartoons. The major sights are treated as "hub" destinations and are followed by places of interest near the "hub," ideal for planning your day ahead. These spreads offer a pragmatic as well as enjoyable itinerary, giving children a real insight into the destination, but balanced with opportunities to let off steam at a nearby park or playground. All the practical information you need appears alongside the sight, including transportation information, budget tips, age range suitability, and where to eat. Each spread is bursting with insider knowledge and loaded with ideas for activities that will engage children, from pony-trekking in Gran Sasso National Park in Abruzzo to spending the night next to the shark tank at Genova''s Aquarium in Liguria. Meanwhile, the most family-friendly, best-value accommodation options have been chosen with family budgets and needs in mind. Full-color throughout, with detailed maps of the main sightseeing areas for easy navigation and all the practical information you need for a fun, stress-free family vacation.

A fun, picture-packed sticker activity book, with fascinating information about garden bugs and more than 250 stickers! This exciting sticker activity book will teach kids about the bugs all around them in gardens and parks. The fascinating facts accompanied by simple, fun activities such as matching stickers to picture shapes, a life-cycle follow-the-trail, and a quiz make this book perfect for curious young minds. Children will go on a journey as they fill in the sticker pages, and learn about bees, beetles, spiders, earthworms, snails, moths, and more! Find out how some bugs are predators, while others feed on plants, and discover how wriggly caterpillars turn into beautiful fluttery butterflies. The combination of engaging activities and easy-to-understand information given in bite-sized pieces makes it easy for children to learn as they play. This sticker book about bugs for children offers: - Fascinating information about garden bugs for curious children aged 5-7. - 250 reusable, easy-to-peel stickers, perfect for little fingers to add to the pages to complete the pictures. - Plenty of fascinating facts and information to keep kids engaged and to help them learn about bugs. - Sticker activities, a quiz, and fun facts which will captivate children and keep them entertained. This informative sticker book encourages children''s interest in nature as they''re challenged to find the correct stickers to fill in the blanks in images on the pages. Ultimate Sticker Book Garden Bugs will make children want to go out and explore gardens, so they can spot all the bugs and creepy-crawlies they have learned about! At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not complete the collection! Travel to the depths of the ocean with Ultimate Sticker Book Sharks, explore prehistoric lands with Ultimate Sticker Book Dinosaurs, learn about incredible wildlife with Ultimate Sticker Book Animals and discover the world of plants with Ultimate Sticker Book Garden Flowers.

The UK''s best-selling pocket guides - an unbeatable guide to Amsterdam, packed with insider tips and ideas, detailed maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map, all designed to help you see the very best of Amsterdam. Take an Amsterdam walking tour, see remarkable world treasures at the Amsterdam Museum, explore the canals and waterways, admire the wooden vaulted ceiling and magnificent organ in Oude Kerk, or step back in time at the Anne Frank Museum. From Top 10 performing arts venues to Top 10 things to do for free - discover the best of Amsterdam with this easy-to-use travel guide. Inside Top 10 Amsterdam: - Ten easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a four-day trip - Top 10 lists showcase the best Amsterdam attractions, covering the Rijksmuseum, van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank''s House, and more - Free laminated pull-out map of Amsterdam, plus over 7 colour neighbourhood maps - In-depth neighbourhood guides explore Amsterdam''s most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing - Colour-coded chapters divided by area make it easy to find information quickly and plan your day - Essential travel tips including our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful transport, visa and health information - Colour maps help you navigate with ease - Covers Oude Zijde, Nieuwe Zijde, Western Canal Ring, Central Canal Ring, Eastern Canal Ring, Museum Quarter, Plantage, and more Staying for longer and looking for a comprehensive guide to Amsterdam? Try DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Amsterdam or DK Eyewitness Travel Guide The Netherlands. About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK''s Top 10 guides take the work out of planning a short trip, with easy-to-read maps, tips and tours to inform and enrich your weekend trip or cultural break. DK is the world''s leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.

The DK Eyewitness Vietnam and Angkor Wat Travel Guideis your indispensable guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities and towns. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions on offer. The uniquely visual DK Eyewitness Travel guide will help you to discover everything region-by-region; from local festivals and markets to day trips around the countryside. 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 and essential local information will help you explore every corner of Vietnam and Angkor Wat effortlessly. DK Eyewitness Vietnam and Angkor Wat Travel Guide- showing you what others only tell you.

Become worldly-wise with this invaluable single-volume guide to each of the 193 nations of the world. Each country is analysed under eight categories: world, ranking, politics, economics, resources, people, society, and tourism, allowing you to link places with facts. Includes key issues, such as politics and economics that mark important milestones in a country''s recent history. Easy-to-use ''fact-panel'' layout presents useful, immediately comparable information. The definitive student atlas to leave you top of the world and top of the class!

The world''s best rock journalists from MOJO magazine piece together the complete Bob Dylan saga, revealing new insights into his life and career and telling the stories behind the songs.

The ideal drinking companion - an extensive directory of over 2,000 beers from across the worldFor beer lovers everywhere, this extensive directory features some of the world''s best, so you''ll know what to try when you''re away from home. Peruse row upon row of bottles and pick up tasting notes for over 2,000 beers, explore the stories behind their breweries; including brewing secrets and best beers. Covers the great brewing nations - Britain, Belgium, German, Czechoslovakia, United States - and emerging regions such as Easter Europe with maps showing the locations of breweries with recommended ''beer tours''. All the background information you need to become a knowledgeable beer enthusiast.

The 15th edition of this guide to news makers and record breakers is full of fun facts for all the family, covering sport, music, film, television and much more. It includes mind-bending new lists based on research by experts.