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DK Eyewitness Back Roads Italy driving holiday guide will take you via scenic routes to discover charming Italian villages, local restaurants and intimate places to stay. Unearth the real soul of Italy relying on all the practical information you could ne

In this text, see tiny molluscs grasping a stone, or find out how quickly a water snail grows by counting the water rings on its shell. >From beneath the surface of the water to the surrounding plant and animal life, this is a guide to the natural world of the pond and river.

This title is a resource for young readers learning about all aspects of plants, from how the wind can affect a plant's shape to the different stages of germination. Discover facts such as how the earliest plants" were so small dozens could have fitted on a pinhead."

Did you know that a single seed can cross an ocean? Or what happens when a leaf dies? Learn about the different varieties of the world's trees, from the tiny acorn to forest giants of California. Everything you need to know about anything to do with trees and great for project work.

Part of a multilevel reading programme, this 'Level 3' DK Reader is intended for children who are reading alone, and features a lively, intriguing text about being a star pilot in the feature films Star Wars"."

Part of a multilevel reading programme, this Level 2" DK Reader is intended for children who are Beginning to read alone, and features a lively, fact-packed text."

Become an eyewitness to the story of an incredible civilisation that dominated Central America for hundreds of years. This title helps you discover the rites of passage every warrior had to face, the special medicines used to cure illnesses, and the rituals for human sacrifice! Easily accessible for projects and general reference, this spectacular and informative guide will bring the history of the Aztecs to life.

Become an eyewitness to the story of an incredible land and its people, from the B.C Bronze Age to the end of the great Qing Empire in the 20th century. This title helps you discover what kind of weapons were used in early battles, find out about the fabled Silk Route and see the remarkable tools used for Chinese calligraphy. Easily accessible for projects and general reference, this spectacular and informative guide will bring the history of ancient China to life.

You can be an eyewitness to dinosaurs, roar and meet the prehistoric masters of the earth, and discover how ancient fossils and footprints reveal their awesome world. You can see a dinosaur's skin and examine evidence that proves some species were cannibals - yuck! You can get the picture using the clip-art CD with over 100 amazing images to download. Then use the giant pull-out wallchart to decorate your room. Great for projects or just for fun, this fact-packed guide and CD shows and tells you everything you need to know about dinosaurs. I am a big fan of these...They are brilliantly visual", "There isn't a child that would be able to resist picking that up" - "Reader Reviews"."

Want to know more about the fast and furious Podracers? Then jump aboard and discover all about them in this action-packed reader. Filled with pictures of all your favourite races, like Anakin against Sebulba, it's an out-of-this world read. And don't forget, there's a galaxy-full of DK Star Wars" books to collect."

Help your child learn about Ancient Rome with this fact-packed guide, giant wallchart, interactive clip-art CD and dedicated website. >From why Roman baths were so popular to how sea battles were staged in the Colosseum, let your child visit one of history's greatest civilisations and find out all the remarkable people: their conquests, achievements and way of life. They'll discover more browsing the dedicated Eyewitness website and downloading 100s of amazing images from the clip-art CD. Then use the giant pull-out wallchart to decorate their room. This title is great for projects or just for fun - make sure your child learns everything they need to know about Ancient Rome.

Your holiday starts the moment you open the guide … "The best guide available. Packed to the brim with colour photos, maps and essential information." Reader review Capture the essence of Poland. From the Tatra mountains in the South to the stunning Slow'inski National Parks sand dunes. Photos, illustrations, unique 3D models and birds-eye-view maps of all the major sites ensure you don't miss a thing. Clue up on the basics, from the most comfortable places to stay (whatever your budget) to the best bars and restaurants. Discover where the locals go, enjoy relaxing entertainment, amazing sites and retail therapy, exciting sports, scenic walks or drives, thematic tours and colourful festivals. All you need for an unforgettable trip. Winner of the Guardian & Observer ‘Best Guide Books' and Wanderlust Magazine Silver Award for 'Top Guidebook'.

Your holiday starts the moment you open the guide … "The best guide available. Packed to the brim with colour photos, maps and essential information." Reader review Capture the essence of St Petersburg. From the stunning Menshikov Palace to the Alexander Column. Photos, illustrations, unique 3D models and birds-eye-view maps of all the major sites ensure you don't miss a thing. Clue up on the basics, from the most comfortable places to stay (whatever your budget) to the best bars and restaurants. Discover where the locals go, enjoy relaxing entertainment, amazing sites and retail therapy, exciting sports, scenic walks or drives, thematic tours and colourful festivals. All you need for an unforgettable trip. Winner of the Guardian & Observer ‘Best Guide Books' and Wanderlust Magazine Silver Award for 'Top Guidebook'.

Your holiday starts the moment you open the guide … "The best guide available. Packed to the brim with colour photos, maps and essential information." Reader review Capture the essence of Cracow. Stroll around the magnificent Main Market Square or take in an evening of live klezmer music in Ariel Café. Photos, illustrations, unique 3D models and birds-eye-view maps of all the major sites ensure you don't miss a thing. Clue up on the basics, from the most comfortable places to stay (whatever your budget) to the best bars and restaurants. Discover where the locals go, enjoy relaxing entertainment, amazing sites and retail therapy, exciting sports, scenic walks or drives, thematic tours and colourful festivals. All you need for an unforgettable trip. Winner of the Guardian & Observer ‘Best Guide Books' and Wanderlust Magazine Silver Award for 'Top Guidebook'.

Provence is a magical place - a unique combination of ultra-fashionable beach resorts, charming hilltop villages, ancient monasteries and Roman sites, and justly famous vineyards. This award-winning Eyewitness Travel Guide" will help you get the most out of your visit, with its detailed maps, museum floor-plans, aerial views and sumptuous photography. From the places to see and be seen to the loveliest villas and gardens, superb wines and best shopping - this guide features the insider knowledge that every visitor needs. An illustrated food section introduces the flavours of Provence with local produce and dishes whilst sights, beaches, markets and festivals are listed town by town. You'll find expert advice on restaurants and hotels, and scenic routes and themed tours make the "Eyewitness Travel Guide" completely indispensable."

Portugal has much more an offer than the charms of cosmopolitan Lisbon and the beaches and golf courses of the Algarve, as enticing as they are to holiday-makers. As you will discover in the sumptuously illustrated pages of this guide, it is a land with a fascinating seafaring history, unspolit villages, fine wines, and some of Europe's most captivating scenery. This expanded and updated edition in the award-winning "Eyewitness" series covers every aspect of this varied country, breaking past the south coast resorts to reveal the least explored corner of Western Europe. Using the unique cutaway maps and 3D models, visit Oporto's cathedral district, enjoy panoramic views from the mountaintop village of Mosanto, and marvel at the luxury yachts in the harbour at Vilamoura.You'll also find the perfect introduction to Portugal's maritime provinces, Madeira and the Azores, which boast fine white beaches, old towns, forests, and unforgettable dolphin watching. Full-colour maps and plans enable you to explore the diverse regions in depth, whilst walks, scenic routes and thematic tours will ensure you won't miss a thing. Illustrated food features highlight regional gastronomic delights and the guide comes complete with an impressive selection of restaurants and hotels. Equipped with over 1,000 sumptuous photographs, tour the rugged landscapes, rural backwaters and sophisticated cities of beautiful Portugal - this guide will lead the way