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You can achieve your business dream. Beat the odds as you learn from the best - including Henry Ford, Steve Jobs, and Bill Gates - and turn your idea into an amazing and profitable enterprise.The Business Book helps you over the hurdles facing every new business, such as finding a gap in the market, securing finance, employing people, and creating an eye-catching brand. It is a plain-speaking visual guide to 80 of the most important commerce theories including chaos theory, critical path analysis, market mapping, and the MABA matrix. Its graphics and flow diagrams demystify complicated concepts and explain the ideas of seminal business thinkers, such as Malcolm Gladwell's "tipping point" or Michael Porter's "five forces". It shows that you can succeed with stories of rags-to-riches entrepreneurs, including the founders of Hewlett-Packard, who began their global enterprise from their garage.Whether you are a student, a CEO, or a would-be entrepreneur, The Business Book will inspire you and put you on the inside track to making your goal a reality. Series Overview: Big Ideas Simply Explained series uses creative design and innovative graphics along with straightforward and engaging writing to make complex subjects easier to understand. With over 7 million copies worldwide sold to date, these award-winning books provide just the information needed for students, families, or anyone interested in concise, thought-provoking refreshers on a single subject.

The world is constantly changing. This revised edition has the latest stats and research on subjects such as climate change and the environment, the coronavirus pandemic, populations, and megacities, along with the composition of international organzations such as the UN and the EU.Help your kids to be the best in their geography class. This book will help you to understand what they're being taught so you can help out with their homework. Fully revised and updated for 2021.This book is what every frustrated parent needs. Its innovative approach combines colorful diagrams and illustrations with step-by-step explanations, making geography easier to understand than ever before. Covering all the core subjects for 10-16 year olds, from oceans to volcanoes to climate change and population growth, this invaluable guide allows parents and kids to work together to understand even the trickiest topics. You will both soon be experts in map reading, plate tectonics, data handling, and much more. Help Your Kids with Geography is guaranteed to build confidence, reduce stress, and make even the most difficult aspects of this subject simple, clear, and accessible.

Dive into the fascinating world of 'Children's Illustrated Atlas' by the renowned author, Dk. Published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd in 2023, this book is a treasure trove of knowledge waiting to be explored. This book, falling under the genre of children's literature, is an enchanting journey around the globe, with beautifully detailed illustrations that bring the world to life. It's a must-have for young explorers and budding geographers. The author, Dk, skillfully uses engaging visuals and simple, informative text to explain complex concepts in a way that children can easily understand. This book is a testament to Dorling Kindersley Ltd's commitment to publishing high-quality, educational content for children. Don't miss out on this delightful exploration of our planet, grab your copy of 'Children's Illustrated Atlas' today.

Discover the uses and symbolic meanings of flowers over the centuries and across the globe.Flowers have been depicted as objects of beauty and wonder in countless paintings and poems, exchanged as tokens of love and affection, and displayed as symbols of both celebration and remembrance - "saying it with flowers" is truly part of the human experience. But how does the significance of flowers vary across cultures and at different points in history? And what makes certain flowers special?The Secret Language of Flowers explores the meaning of more than 85 flowers, tracing their history as symbols and charting their role in folklore and mythology around the world. This fascinating book on flowers can help you to:-Unlock the meaning of flowers throughout history - from early peoples to the 19th-century.- Discover the Victorian language of flowers popular in the US, UK, and Europe.- Gain an insight into folklore and mythology in relation to different flowers.- Uncover what flowers mean in various cultures around the world. -Uncover traditional medicinal uses of plants, such as aloe, which is used to treat burns.Uncover the rich and fascinating histories of individual flowers - the sunflower, for example, which was regarded by the Aztecs as a symbol of war, but became a symbol of devotion in 19th-century painting due to the fact that it "turns its head" to follow the sun. Learn about the function of flowers in society, from the practical to the playful - flowers have been used as remedies and tonics - tea tree and coneflower (or echinacea), for example - as well as as a means of sending cryptic messages to lovers and friends.The Secret Language of Flowers is an entertaining guide to the rich stories that lie beyond the seductive aromas and dazzling beauty of flowers of all kinds. Each flower featured throughout the book is arranged by season, from the first snowdrops and primroses of spring, the glorious roses of summer, the stunning fuchsias and dahlias of autumn to the holly and poinsettia of the winter months, there's a flower for everyone to fall in love with. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you like The Secret Language of Flowers, then why not try Great Loves which celebrates some of the most famous romances in history, or Lost Masterpieces to discover extraordinary stories behind the world's missing works of art.

This busy board book encourages hands-on fun for your toddler as they learn about baby animals from all around the world! Introducing My First Baby Animals, an adorable board book for babies and toddlers, featuring a wide range of cute animal babies for them to explore and love. This engaging animal book is packed with bright, colourful pictures and fun-filled activities to get your little ones thinking and talking, and your child will love learning about baby animals and the noises they make along the way. What animal babies live at home or on the farm? Who lives in the jungle? From fluffy pets to wild animal babies, toddlers will love discovering where different baby animals live and squeaking, squawking, and oinking along with them! This vibrant board book is a must-have for babies and toddlers aged 0-3 to encourage early learning and help your child develop early speaking, listening, and observation skills. Celebrate your child's curiosity, as they uncover: - Over 180 colourful photographs of amazing animals with corresponding word labels.- Animals split into 13 distinct groups so kids can learn about the many different types.- Sturdy and chunky board book with safe rounded tabs, thoroughly tested for babies and toddlers.- Easy-to-read text with names and descriptions to encourage language development in 0-3 year olds.The interactive book encourages children to count the baby rabbits, waddle like a penguin, and find the animals with spots and stripes. This delivers a rounded early learning reading experience for young children, whilst they engage and have fun!Whether it's petting the puppies or frolicking with foals, your little one can bring all the animals to life in this inspiring board book. The strong board pages are made especially for young children, and the chunky tabs are easy to grab to help with early motor control. Young children will be able to quickly recognise the picture on the tab which will take them straight to the page with their favourite baby animal. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?There's so much more to explore and love with DK's My First series. With over 15 titles in the series, your child can discover new topics, people and places to keep them entertained time and time again. Discover all the colours of the rainbow with My First Colours and have a fabulous time on the farm with My First Farm.

Grab your partner and get ready to work up a sweat with exciting sex positions that will help you tone while you moan.Swap the gym for the bedroom and limber up to impress your lover with these athletic positions, accompanied by easy-to-follow illustrations and plenty of tips and tricks to help you maximize your sexual and physical pleasure. Whether you're down for an intense quickie or an all-night marathon, all the guidance you need to get your heart rate going is here.Designed to target a range of muscle groups, each position is accompanied by exercise stats showing you which muscles you are working, as well as intensity ratings to choose the right difficulty level for you and your partner. Tailored sex sessions will give you a workout plan for whatever mood you're in - or take your pick from the random position selectors for some flexible fun.You'll never want to skip your workout again when it feels this good!

A fun, fact-filled activity book about space with exciting activities, puzzles, and more!Find the answers to all of your questions about the stars, galaxies, planets, and beyond from "how many galaxies are there in the universe?" to "are aliens real?", along with many more that you haven't even thought of, in this mind-blowng book about space.Children aged 5-9 will pour over the pages packed with fascinating space facts, fun challenges, quizzes, and puzzles will inspire creativity. With lively activities that go hand in hand with the educational content, learning has never been so effortlessly fun and easy!This fascinating space book for kids features:- Interesting facts about space combined with entertaining activities that encourage children to have fun while they learn- All the answers to questions every kid wants to know about the outer world and the mysteries of the universe- A wide variety of activities and interactive learning elements to keep children engaged- Bright, eye-catching illustrations and stunning photographyPerfect for inquisitive, fact-loving kids and little ones crazy about the world beyond the night sky, The Fact-Packed Activity Book: Space will keep young readers entertained for hours. Curious kids can start their voyage to a black hole and return safely to Earth, answer mind-boggling questions, and draw their favourite stars and planets!

Have you ever wondered how an email gets to someone on the other side of the world in just a few seconds or why it's a bad idea to stand under a tree during a thunderstorm? Each page of this mind-blowingly detailed and ambitious encyclopedia will guide you through the natural world and the technology that surrounds you. Giant, page-filling illustrations take objects apart - or take the roofs and walls off buildings - to show you how they work, explaining both basic principles (such as photosynthesis) as well as broader concepts (like how all the living things in a rainforest interact). Chapters range from the human body to cities and industry, to planet Earth, taking in sleep patterns, cooking, sewage systems, wind farms, fungi spores, and plate tectonics along the way. How Everything Works is perfect for children studying STEM subjects at school or anyone who is simply curious about how nature and the modern world work.

Featuring topics ranging from giant galaxies to microscopic bacteria, this encyclopedia explores and explains the world we live in and beyond. It features a voyage through outer space, and explores the living world, people and places.

A must-have illustrated introduction to the animal kingdom, including over 50 of the world's favourite animals! Introducing The Bedtime Book of Animals, a must-have animal reference book for all early readers who are keen to explore animals from all over the globe. Turn each page to find out more about a wide variety of animals, from teeny-tiny insects to gigantic elephants and whales. The Bedtime Book of Animals showcases creatures from each of the core animal groups (mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates) in six dedicated chapters. Many pages are devoted to a different creature, with others featuring a collection of animals from the same family, and some explore more than one animal type, giving bite-sized chunks of accessible information to help early learners get to know new species.Discover beautiful illustrations, storybook text, and key terms highlighted on each page, this amazing animal book is a wonderful and comprehensive introduction to animals around the world. There are also reference pages that dive in deeper to explore animal classification, food chains, habitats, and even endangered and extinct animals. A fun-filled journey into the animal kingdom awaits you, promising: -A must-have introduction to a wide variety of animals from around the world-Introduces essential information about each species in a friendly, accessible way-Colourfully illustrated, with light annotation of key features-Reinforces early animal vocabulary, and builds awareness of connections in the animal kingdom-Fully illustrated, with a bright colour palette and fresh feel. From rabbits and red pandas, starfish to songbirds, endangered animals and exploring the food chain, The Bedtime Book of Animals is a beautiful, fully-illustrated non-fiction title, with evocative, engaging picture book text that can be read aloud - perfect for parents/carers and children to enjoy at bedtime. A must-have volume to add to every 3-5 year old's library, this is a one-hit introduction to animals, featuring more than 50 best-loved and lesser-known animals from around the world. Did you know that the topic of animals is universally popular and this is a tried-and-tested non-fiction genre, which can help to develop early understanding of the natural world in young readers, as well as developing soft skills such as empathy, kindness and care in 3-5 year olds? Perfect for parents and educators seeking to introduce core animal knowledge at a young age, including how to recognise animals, animal categorisation and key features. A friendly, factual, timeless gift book, The Bedtime Book of Animals will be treasured forever.

The story of music from prehistory to the present day Classical or rock, everyone has their favourite musical style, but how did your top choice come about? Why did jazz go Latin, or blues influence rock? Find out in Music, a visual history of the most unifying art form in the world. Every musical revolution from bone flutes to electronica and from jazz to hip-hop is charted in this visually stunning history of music. Key musical innovators like Mozart, Elvis and Johnny Cash are profiled with biographies that detail their lives and works and every development from baroque to rock and roll is covered. Music includes illustrated histories of instruments and listening suggestions for each musical genre, plus a free digital audio offering with audio samples of instruments and musical styles.Whether you are young or old, into hip-hop or opera, Music will hit the right note with you.

From the earliest migrations to the dawn of space tourism, experience the excitement of travel throughout the ages in this gloriously illustrated book! The quest for adventure has defined human history since the beginning of time. Whether it be for food, pilgrimages, trade, or scientific curiosity, people have been compelled to set forth into the wild for centuries. Trace their incredible journeys in this beautifully illustrated book! From the first trade networks in ancient Sumer, to the Crusades, the Grand Tour, and the Voyager missions in outer space. This enthralling visual history of travel includes maps, paintings, photographs, and journal entries to fascinate every armchair traveler. Be transported through space and time with the only comprehensive and fully illustrated book on the history of travel. Inside it you'll find: -Stories of great exploration, migration, and scientific discovery, accompanied by historic maps, paintings and photographs. -Themed spreads and feature panels explaining developments in history, geography, religion, and science -Catalog pages showcasing the evolution of transport networks across the globe -A foreword written by adventurer and New York Times bestselling author, Simon Reeve-An optional 80-page illustrated directory profiling great explorers and expeditionsVoyage with vikings, and pursue plundering pirates! From the ancient travels of Odysseus, to Pizarro's conquest of Peru, follow the biographies of pioneering travellers, intrepid explorers, and cruel conquerors. Gripping eye-witness accounts transport you to former times, bringing pivotal moments of historical, scientific, and religious discovery to vivid life. Ever wondered what it would feel like to be the first in flight? Or to be a part of The Great Northern Expedition? Learn all of the technological innovations in railways, ships, cars, and aviation that facilitated the greatest journeys of humankind. This book is sure to take you far away from the confines of your living room. Prepare for the journey of a lifetime, perfect for anyone interested in history, migration, and human adventure!

Discover and understand the key ideas that underpin the core science of chemistry and learn about the great minds who uncovered them Written in plain English, The Chemistry Book is packed with short, pithy explanations of some of the most historic moments in science, from the birth of atomic theory to the discovery of polyethylene and the development of new vaccine technologies to combat COVID-19. Simple graphics, such as flowcharts and mind maps, support the text and make the explanation of key concepts easy to follow.Arranged in chronological order, the book covers key themes in the physical and natural sciences, such as geochemistry and the elements. Within each chapter, a series of articles traces the history of scientific thought and introduces the work of the scientists who have shaped the subject such as John Dalton, Marie Curie, Dmitri Mendeleev, Kathleen Lonsdale, and Stephanie Kwolek. Along the way, the book addresses some of the most fundamental questions in science, such as what is the universe made of, how is matter created, and what are the chemical bonds that make life possible?Whether you are new to chemistry, a student of the sciences, or just want to keep up with and understand the latest news and scientific debates, The Chemistry Book is for you.

Get stickering with everyone's favourite characters from Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Explore new planets from a galaxy far, far away, join Grogu on his adventures, and choose which terrifying monster goes where in Star Wars: The Mandalorian Ultimate Sticker Collection. Spot bounty hunters, awesome aliens, and much, much more!Follow the Way in this fun activity book - packed with facts and more than 1000 stickers - perfect for young Star Wars fans. © & ¿ 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd.

Bring trees to life like you've never seen before as The Tree Book invites you on an enchanting and illustrated journey into the astonishingly diverse growth of woodland wildlife in the world around us.Trees have been a part of human history from the very beginning. Used for shelter, tools, fuel, and food, they also help supply the atmosphere with oxygen and form astonishingly diverse ecosystems, as well as some of the world's most beautiful landscapes. Now the intricate world of leafy woodlands and abundant rainforests is revealed in this extensive visual guide to trees, exploring their key scientific traits and their ecological importance, as well as their enduring significance in human history and culture. From ancient oaks and great redwoods to lush banyans and imposing kapoks, The Tree Book reveals the anatomy, behaviours, and beauty of these incredible plants and habitats in detail.A must-have volume for budding botanists, this divine nature book showcases the rich diversity of trees, combining bewildering facts about spindles, spruces and more, with dazzling landscape photography of the endless species of trees found in forests and woodland all around the globe.Explore this fascinating book on trees to discover:-A historical overview of the cultural influence of trees and their ecological importance-Striking photography to accompany the profound explanations of tree biology and behaviour-A clear and comprehensible guide to ecology from both a historical and scientific point of view.With recent media coverage on climate change highlighting the global importance of our woodlands and rainforests, there's no better time than right now to immerse yourself in this extensive horticultural handbook for an illuminating blend of the science, culture, and history of trees dating back to the beginning of time.Let DK plant the seed of curiosity with this fantastic forest book, and watch as it blossoms into a life-long love of ecology, proving the ideal gift for naturalists or those with a soft-spot for nature photography. Combining natural history and a scientific overview with a wider look at the history, uses, symbolism, and mythology of trees, this book is a new kind of guide to these fascinating organisms.

Immerse yourself in the stories behind the most shocking and infamous books ever published!Censorship of one form or another has existed almost as long as the written word, while definitions of what is deemed "e;acceptable"e; in published works have shifted over the centuries, and from culture to culture.Banned Books explores why some of the world's most important literary classics and seminal non-fiction titles were once deemed too controversial for the public to read - whether for challenging racial or sexual norms, satirizing public figures, or simply being deemed unfit for young readers. From the banning of All Quiet on the Western Front and the repeated suppression of On the Origin of the Species, to the uproar provoked by Lady Chatterley's Lover, entries offer a fascinating chronological account of censorship, and the astonishing role that some banned books have played in changing history. Packed with eye-opening insights into the history of the written word, and the political and social climate during the period of suppression or censorship, this is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, creative writing, politics, history, or law.Delve into this compelling collection of the world's most controversial books to discover: -Covers a broad range of genres and subject areas in fiction and non-fiction, ranging from Alice's Adventures in -Wonderland to Spycatcher-Offers informative insights into society, politics, law, and religious belief, in different countries around the world-Features images of first editions and specially commissioned illustrations of the books' authors-Includes extracts from the banned books along with key quotations about them-Completley global in scopeA must-have volume for avid readers and literary scholars alike, alongside those with an interest in the law, politics and censorship, Banned Books profiles a selection of the most infamous, intriguing and controversial books ever written, whilst offering a unique perspective on the history of the written world, with insights into the often surprising reasons books have been banned throughout history and across the world. Whether as a gift or self-purchase, this brilliant book is a must-have addition to the library of curious thinkers, borrowers and lifelong learners. If you enjoy Banned Books, then why not try Great Loves - the first title in DK's quirky new hardback series, full of insightful and intriguing topics.

Discover everything you need to know about political history and thought, and the inner workings of governments around the world with this unique graphic guide. Combining clear, jargon-free language and bold, eye-catching graphics, How Politics Works is a comprehensive and user-friendly guide to all aspects of politics. Covering everything from political theory to methods of government, the eBook presents the ideas and theories of key political philosophers, leaders, movements, and activists in a uniquely visual and easy-to-understand way. Explaining political ideas on a conceptual level, entries explore how they apply to governments, movements, and trends throughout history, along with 21st-century examples such as the #MeToo movement and #BlackLivesMatter. The eBook also shows how political history is affected by economics, sociology, and the role of the media - an ever-relevant issue in the age of "e;fake news"e; and "e;cancel culture"e;, and the current distrust of the economic forces behind certain areas of the media. With its unique graphic approach and clear, authoritative text, How Politics Works is the perfect introduction to the subject, and an ideal companion title to DK's The Politics Book in the "e;Big Ideas"e; series.

Learn more than 10,000 of the most useful words and phrases in English with this beautifully illustrated dictionary for English-language studentsBuilding on the success of the English for Everyone programme and DK's Bilingual Visual Dictionary series, English for Everyone: Illustrated English Dictionary uses crystal-clear illustrations to show the meaning of over 10,000 words of English vocabulary. The words are shown in a visual context in themed sections covering practical or everyday topics (such as shopping, food, or study), providing learners with all the vocabulary they need for work, travel, and leisure.Learning English vocabulary is even easier with this visually stunning dictionary.

A fun-filled book to teach children all about the inner-workings of the body!Your body is awe-inspiring, amazing and miraculous. Your heart pumps blood all around your body to keep you alive and carry you around every single day. It keeps you alive and carries you around every day. But how much do you really know about what's going on beneath the surface? Jump on board as DK takes you on a fun-filled journey under your skin, through your insides, and back in time to explore milestones in medicine and the latest scientific discoveries about the human body. Are you coming?Dive deep into the pages of this incredible human body book to discover:-Each page has engaging photographs and artworks with accessible text ideal for 7-9 year olds-Split into structured chapters comprising What makes Me Me?, Your Insides, On The Surface, and Healthy Humans-Includes simple cross-sections, fun human body characters, fascinating close-up photography, and timelines of medical subjects-Assumes no previous knowledge about the human body and encourages a life-long fascination with biology, medicine, and science-Real-world photographs combined with diagrams and playful character illustrations to engage young scientistsJam-packed full of disgusting and delightful facts, this book contains the amazing answers to every question you've ever had on the human body and more! If you've ever wondered why snot is green, how many bones are inside the body, or even why the Ancient Romans used their wee to try and whiten their teeth, then this is the book for you!Filled with bite-sized chunks of information, The Body Book covers everything from the brain, skull, and mental health, through to how your body protects itself and how surgery has evolved through the ages. Immerse yourself in a timeline of pandemics through history, and amazing recent medical advances such as 3D-printed prosthetic limbs. Proving an idea introduction to human anatomy and the history of medical advances, The Body Book is a must-have volume for budding young scientists, doctors, and nurses, or any child with a niche for knowledge!Reveal the science behind the human body, with this all-encompassing fact book ideal for 7-9 year olds. Learning has never been more fun!At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Body Book is the fourth in the series, following on from The Bacteria Book, The DNA Book and The Brain Book. In fact, The Bacteria Book, written by British TV science presenter Steve Mould, was shortlisted for the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize 2019!

13.8 billion years of human and cosmic history summarised in one big book. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So with this brand-new history book, you can easily discover how we got to where we are within the context of our Universe. Prepare to take a journey back in time to the very beginning, from the Big Bang forming our Universe, to the dawn of time, stretching across to the present day, and explore the ways in which a series of major events has changed the nature and course of life on the planet we call home. So prepare to dive deep into the past with this all-encompassing history book, which promises:-Unique graphics and artworks -Evidence spreads unpick aspects of different objects to explain how we know what we know-Big ideas spreads and timelines explore connections between key events-Optional 64-page reference section: Timelines of world historyWith each page jam-packed with fantastic facts and extraordinary pictures, Big History brings together an incredible range of perspectives, by using multiple disciplines to examine 13.8 billion years of history and thus bringing to life the entire history of the world! Celebrate your curiosity as you explore a plethora of different subject areas, from astronomy to animal life, ocean floors to icy cores, early humans, the age of empires, climate change and more, this all-encompassing history fact book truly does have something for everyone to love. A must-have volume for history enthusiasts who want to see the past come to life, and doubling up as an ideal read for kids aged 12+ and adults alike with an interest in cosmic and human history. Students and educators looking for an inspiring window into history will no doubt love this historical encyclopaedia, whereby the people and places of the past will be brought back to life before your very eyes in this riveting read. Encompassing a foreword by Professor David Christian, whose Big History TED talk has had over 12 million views, and aligned with Bill Gates' online Big History Project, it's no wonder this extraordinary book is a global success, with 158,000 copies sold worldwide!DK is ready to take you on an inspiring journey into the past and beyond. Are you coming with us?

Understanding maths has never been easier.Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Maths is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.Covering more than 90 key mathematical concepts from prime numbers and fractions to quadratic equations and probability experiments, each pared-back, single-page entry explains the concept more clearly than ever before.Organized by major themes - number theory and systems; calculations; geometry; algebra; graphs; ratio and proportion; measurement; probability and statistics; and calculus - entries explain the essentials of each key mathematical theory with simple clarity and for ease of understanding.Whether you are studying maths at school or college, or simply want a jargon-free overview of the subject, this indispensable guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.

Learn about the rise of Adolf Hitler, Pearl Harbour and the D-Day Landings in The WWII Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about World War 2 in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for beginners looking to learn and war experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The WWII Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of World War 2, with:- More than 100 ground-breaking ideas on the Second World War- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe World War II Book is the perfect introduction to the biggest war in history, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject, and politics and history students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you'll discover more than 90 of the key ideas and events during and surrounding the conflict, through exciting text and bold graphics. If you've ever wanted to know the crucial events of World War 2 and the people behind them, this is the perfect book for you.Your World War 2 Questions, Simply ExplainedDiscover the key battles, tactics, technologies and turning points of the Second World War - the epic conflict that shaped the modern world. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the many events and key figures of World War 2, The WWII Book presents vital information in a clear layout. From Fascism in the 1930s to Pearl Harbour, Hitler and Nazi Germany to the bombing of Hiroshima - superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries will teach you all the main concepts. The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The WWII Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

The practical guide that gives you the skills to succeed at project managementDK's Essential Managers series contains the know-how you need to be a more effective manager and hone your management style.Find out how to improve your project management skills by defining a project brief, identifying stakeholders and building a team. You'll learn to initiate a project, set deadlines and manage your budgets. In a slim, portable format Essential Managers gives you a practical 'how-to' approach with step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists and 'ask yourself' features showing you how to focus your energy, manage change and make an impact.If you are keen to brush up on or enhance your project management skills, this is the guide for you.