Best Selling Books by Philip Wilkinson

An illustrated biography of Michelangelo, the Italian Renaissance painter and sculptor.

Describes the voyage of Apollo 11, its three astronauts, and details of the mission that put the first man on the moon in 1969.

DK Eyewitness Books: Christianity will give you an "eyewitness" look into Christian life, beliefs and culture around the world. Discover the different ways Christians worship and pray. See how people celebrate Christian festivals, take a look inside a monastery and find out about the amazing stories in the Bible. Great for projects and general reference, this spectacular and informative guide will tell you everything you need to know about this ancient and modern religion.

Shows and describes the components and construction materials of a building, and discusses staircases, fireplaces, doors, windows, and ornament.

In a series of 50 accessible essays, Philip Wilkinson introduces architectural movements and styles throughout history, as well as describing some of the greatest architects'' most important and representative works. From the Pyramids of Giza to the Guggenheim, the classical orders of Vitruvius to the most recent contemporary trends today, 50 Architecture Ideas You Really Need to Know is a complete introduction to the most important architectural concepts in history.

Tells the story of time measurement, from the first water clocks and sundials to the high-tech atomic clocks of today. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

This book tells the extraordinary story of growing technology.

A study of the allocation of state and public financial resources in the Russian Federation. Among the problems documented are the very high differentiation of the regions in terms of level of development, public welfare and self-sufficiency; and inefficiencies in the taxation system.

Profiles twenty of the world''s greatest buildings, providing for each the story of its construction, a visual analysis, and an explanation of key architectural features, and offers a chronological history of architecture.

A stunning visual encyclopedia that takes you on a global journey to offer a compelling insight into the religions of the world Each of the world''s religions comes brilliantly to life through superb photography and informative graphics All the history, culture and practices of each religion in a uniquely accessible format Researched and written by a team of experts

This is the most comprehensive single volume on English architecture for the general reader. It is a visual cornucopia and a tribute to the diversity of the English built environment, which is among the richest and most diverse in the world. Over 700 buildings are described and illustrated, and they range from the architectural icons to the less noticeable but equally fascinating buildings of England''s towns and villages.

In an easy-to-follow, accessible reference format, this book uses over 700 full-color illustrations and clear text to explain, identify, and compare the major religions of the world from Zoroastrianism and ancient Egyptian rituals to Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.

Profiles campaigns and battles and the leaders behind them, from the conquests of Alexander the Great to General Eisenhower''s role in the D-Day invasion of Normandy

Explains the key figures, festivals, holy writings and fundamental beliefs of all the major religions from ancient Egypt and Zoroastrianism, to the great faiths of today. It is cross-referenced and indexed and is intended to decode religions terminology and broaden horizons.

This user-friendly guide to English architecture up to the mid-twentieth century is divided into styles with examples highlighted (e.g. the Tower of London for Norman Architecture), complemented by original prints which sets this quality book apart from other guides. The detailed 18th and 19th century (and later) prints enable the reader to understand just what makes these styles so important and have the advantage of being much clearer than much modern photography. Written by architecture expert Philip Wilkinson, this is a must-read book for anyone who wants to know about English architecture in a pocket-size guide, ideal for reading when traveling.

Traces important developments in arts, crafts, and communications, from the development of writing to the invention of computers

Story behind many of the most important inventions.

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.

The fascinating history of stories in art, with an in-depth look at ten famous paintings.

An investigation of ten places in Africa and the Far East that were found by explorers and merchants such as The Great Wall, Taj Mahal, and Easter Isle.

Three, two, one-blastoff! Travel back to the 1960s and join Join Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin as they race to be the first Americans to walk on the moon. To keep President Kennedy''s promise that the United States would reach the moon before the 1970s, Neil and Buzz must race to make history-will they make it to the moon on time? In the Level 3 DK Reader Spacebusters: Race to the Moon, young readers will learn about the space race and the first men to walk on the moon. Follow astronauts on a space mission and experience to the excitement and danger of traveling through space! Packed with full-color photographs, lively illustrations, and engaging, age-appropriate stories to introduce young children to a life-long love of reading. These amazing stories are guaranteed to capture children''s interest while developing their reading skills. Perfect for reading together! The images in this eBook are enhanced with entertaining animations and surprising sounds to bring this story to life.

The Infinity Series establishes a new benchmark for quality and innovation in illustrated reference books for older children. With its inventive, multi-faceted approach to individual subjects, it delivers an absorbing, exhilarating learning experience that will capture the attention of even the most reluctant reader.

Describes important inventions and discoveries from prehistoric times to the Middle Ages, including the creation of stone tools and the beginning of agriculture

Looks throughout history at discoveries in the fields of arts, crafts and communications, and discusses how the ideas and inventions which were developed changed people''s lives. Examples include glass and metalworking, writing, microscopes and telescopes, recording sound, movies, and computers. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary.

Informative guide that explores Buddhist beliefs, practices and culture.

Long de 6 300 km, le Yang-tseu-kiang traverse la Chine de part en part. Comme la Chine elle-même, il est immense, varié et mystérieux. Il naît dans les montagnes du Tibet où les glaciers gouttent et suintent pour créer un réseau de ruisseaux glacés qui se rejoignent et forment ce que les Chinois appellent simplement le Yangzi jiang, le Long Fleuve. Il serpente et cascade au travers de quelques-uns des paysages les plus spectaculaires au monde - montagnes escarpées, gorges étroites et rapides tourbillonnants - puis traverse les plaines fécondes de la Chine orientale, enrichies par ses fréquentes crues. L''ouvrage suit le cours fascinant de ce fleuve qui a tant intrigué les Chinois comme les étrangers. Il présente la faune et la flore sauvages uniques de ses berges, des rhododendrons aux éblouissants coloris au dauphin de Chine, l''animal le plus menacé de ses eaux. Il décrit les activités - pêche, agriculture ou commerce - qui font vivre des millions de riverains. Il examine le rôle du fleuve à certains tournants de l''histoire de la Chine, telles les guerres de la période des Trois Royaumes, la révolte Taiping ou la Longue Marche de Mao et de ses alliés communistes. Enfin, il s''interroge sur l''évolution actuelle et sur les défis que doit relever le fleuve aujourd''hui. Le plus grand projet de génie civil au monde, la construction du barrage des Trois-Gorges, est presque terminé. Le gouvernement chinois espère que ce gigantesque barrage maîtrisera les crues du fleuve, qu''il ouvrira le cours supérieur à la navigation et qu''il produira de l''énergie hydroélectrique. Les opposants dénoncent la destruction de l''environnement, les coûts humains et les risques énormes du projet. Magnifiquement illustré de photographies et de cartes spécialement créées pour cet ouvrage, Yang-tseu-kiang décrit le fleuve à un moment crucial de sa longue et passionnante histoire.

Myths and Legends is a children''s book that invites you to explore all the well-known stories from Greek and Norse mythology, and a range of other cultures across more than 100 tales. Discover the fascinating myths of Anansi, the West African trickster god who takes the form of a spider; Changing Woman, the Navajo nature goddess who changes her dress with the seasons; or Tane, the Maori forest god who first brought death to the world. Read about ferocious, man-eating monsters such as the Minotaur and Fafnir the dragon, and the legendary heroes that fought them, like Theseus and Sigurd. Also included are the legends of Robin Hood, and of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, epics such as the Mahabharata and Gilgamesh, and a host of tales from Aztec mythology and a range of other cultures. As well as offering the re-tellings themselves, Myths and Legends- A Children''s Encyclopedia investigates the meanings of these primal stories, examining why these tales have stood the test of time over thousands of years. Themed features draw together elements that are common to myths from all over the world, such as shape-changers, mythical beasts, and magical weapons. Panels on modern re-tellings, such as China''s The Monkey King and Marvel''s Thor, help to show why these myths are still relevant to our lives today.

Accounts of important world events and the people who took part in them, including Confucius, Marco Polo, Karl Marx, and Martin Luther King Jr.

Tours some of the world''s most interesting places, from the ziggurats of the Middle East to the mystifying lines at Nasca, Peru