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This is a stunning visual guide to the world's best designs. Great Designs is a fascinating overview of the dynamic history of design from the 1860s onwards, tracing the development of modern designs, from sketches and prototypes to the final product. Which technological advancements have pioneered ground-breaking design? How did political struggle in 1930's Germany inspire modern graphic design? Over 100 of the best modern design ideas are explored and explained, from Bauhaus posters and bubble chairs to the Citroen DS and the iPad. Each iconic design is analysed visually with close up details, and the story behind each piece of work is also revealed. Profiles of influential designers like Ferdinand Porsche and Earl Tupper, workshops and design movements as well as highlights of the characteristic elements of key design styles make this a fantastic visual reference guide. Examining product and industrial design as well as furniture, graphics, and textiles, Great Designs is a magnificent gallery of iconic designs.

Not suitable for children under 7 years of age You can create your very own dinosaur with no glue and no mess. It's just what every dinosaur fan wants - your very own Stegosaurus! With Make Your Own Stegosaurus you can become an expert paleontologist and build your own dinosaur. No glue and no mess here - 100 sturdy "bones" slot together to make an amazing Stegosaurus skeleton that stands at an impressive 60 centimetres long and 35 centimetres tall. A brilliant book jam-packed with facts tells you all about dinosaur behaviour, the world they lived in and provides clear step-by-step picture instructions of how to build your amazing model. Each section of the book looks at a different part of the mighty Stegosaurus as you piece the skeleton together - his feet and legs, head, hips, tail, ribs and last but not least, his impressive spine and armour plates. So put those bones together, watch out for those plates and head back to the Late Jurassic period with Make Your Own Stegosaurus.

Great art movements and the paintings that inspired them. The Illustrated Story of Art is an innovative approach to understanding the history of art, from cave painting to the modern day, with pivotal works of art examined in the context of history, culture and the lives of their creators. This invaluable art reference book reveals the creative impulse behind every major art movement, from the Renaissance to Surrealism and abstract to pop art, with a visual timeline to show famous paintings and key events. Turning-point paintings that triggered movements are identified and explained as well as the influences behind the famous artworks such as technical advances, admired techniques of earlier artists, and changes in society. So you'll learn why Boudin's Beach Scene inspired the impressionist movement and why Monet's Grainstacks defined it. Vivid images of artistic masterpieces from each style and a glossary of terms make this an indispensable work of reference. Covering the evolution of each major art genre as well as featuring the famous paintings that ignited new artistic movements, The Illustrated Story of Art presents the history of art in a visually stunning way, that is perfect for art-lovers, exhibition-goers and anyone who appreciates great art.

This is a Big Busy Book full of new words! These are brand new lift-the-flap board books from DK, perfect for busy pre-school children. Introduce your child to the wonderful world of words and reading with Big Busy Book Words, part of the new board-book series from DK. This book is great for pre-school children who are starting to recognise words and explore the world around them. Seven exciting pictures introduce your child to vital first-word themes such as 'My Home' and 'Colours and Counting'. Enjoy each page together as intriguing flaps reveal new surprises and labelled pictures encourage the naming of objects and early-reading skills. Help your child prepare for those first days at school with sections on first colour and number skills, all designed to challenge young children and help them to recognise words as they learn to read and develop a strong vocabulary. Big Busy Book Words is the perfect introduction to the world of words and the fun they can be. Lift the flaps and learn!

Not suitable for children under 1 year 6 months of age Push-along play with Wheelie Duck and Friends. "Wheelie Duck and Friends" combines a book and toy in one to make the ultimate, simple novelty book. Your child will love to push them around, roll them, race them, and read them. Each shaped board book features delightful toys, containing six bold pages with more toys of the same, from pictures of Fish, Octopus, Giraffe, Crocodile, and other animal chums. Simple large-type words and fun annotations make these books perfect for learning and encouraging language skills. The safe, sturdy closure holds the pages together, so your child can roll them around and around, again and again. Wheelie books, wheelie good fun.

The definitive collection of Star Wars[trademark] incredible cross-sections - updated with brand new vehicles Star Wars[trademark] Complete Cross Sections of Vehicles is the complete guide to the spacecraft and vehicles of the Star Wars[trademark] six-film saga. It features 55 giant cross-section pictures and hundreds of smaller pieces of artwork and photographs that highlight engine details, weapons and lots more. Discover four brand new cross-sections inside, as well as sneak-peek looks at how the artists create these amazing pictures. See the incredible detail in craft flown by Republic, Separatist, Imperial and Rebel pilots. Hop onboard a Naboo Starfighter, explore the famous Milennium Falcon, and hitch a ride on a Coruscant Taxi. There are podracers, droids, Imperial shuttles, B-Wing fighters and of course, the Death Star. Perfect for Star Wars[trademark] fans of all ages, Star Wars[trademark] Complete Cross Sections of Vehicles celebrates the 35th anniversary of the release of Star Wars[trademark]: A New Hope. With all films due for re-release in 3D in 2013, this is the guide that will really bring the vehicles of the films to life

DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Beijing will lead you straight to the very best on offer. Whether you're looking for the things not to miss at the Top 10 sights, or want to find the best nightspots; this guide is the perfect pocket-sized companion. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists - from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 events and festivals - there's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid. The guide is divided by area with restaurant reviews for each, as well as recommendations for hotels, bars and places to shop. You'll find the insider knowledge every visitor needs and explore every corner effortlessly with DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Beijing and its FREE pull-out map. DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Beijing - showing you what others only tell you.

"The DK Eyewitness Hungary Travel Guide" is your indispensible 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 Hungary effortlessly. "DK Eyewitness Hungary Travel Guide" - showing you what others only tell you.

Hit the road with Wheelie Puppy with this board book on wheels - it's a book and a toy in one. Join Wheelie Puppy in this amazing book on wheels. Wheelie Puppy is a silky spaniel who wants to go on an adventure. Join him as he tries to find his friends Chicken, Sheep, Sheepdog, Donkey and lots of other animal pals. A great introduction to early word recognition for your toddler, "Wheelie Puppy" is a book and a toy in one. Large simple words and colourful pictures make this a fun reading experience for the new learner. Push-along play is fun and encourages imaginative story-telling and helps with new language skills.

The DK Eyewitness Egypt Travel Guide 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 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 Egypt effortlessly. DK Eyewitness Egypt Travel Guide - showing you what others only tell you.

"The DK Eyewitness Croatia Travel Guide" is your indispensible 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 Croatia effortlessly. "DK Eyewitness Croatia Travel Guide" - showing you what others only tell you.

Get moving with Wheelie Train in this board book on wheels - it's a book and a toy in one. Join Wheelie Train in this amazing book on wheels. Wheelie Train is a multi-coloured locomotive who wants to go on an adventure. Join him as he tries to find his friends Cement Mixer, Fishing Boat, Truck, Digger and lots of other vehicle pals. A great introduction to early word recognition for your toddler, "Wheelie Train" is a book and a toy in one. Large simple words and colourful pictures make this a fun reading experience for the new learner. Push-along play helps build dexterity and encourages imaginative story-telling and developing language skills.

From mountain bikes to road racers, find out how to keep your bike in peak condition. Fully revised and updated bike repair encyclopedia, the "Bike Repair Manual 5th Edition" is perfect for beginners and dedicated cyclists alike. Clear, jargon-free advice steers you through a complete maintenance programme. Get up to speed with the hottest developments and pick up the latest in gear-shifter technology, new maintenance techniques for disc brakes and hints and tips for mountain-bike suspension. Now including new material specifically for road cyclists. Pocket-sized manual with flaps to easily mark your page, the "Bike Repair Manual 5th Edition" is perfect for when you're on the road.

"The DK Eyewitness Brussels, Bruges, Ghent & Antwerp Travel Guide" is your indispensible 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 these 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 Brussels, Bruges, Ghent & Antwerp effortlessly. "DK Eyewitness Brussels, Bruges, Ghent & Antwerp Travel Guide" - showing you what others only tell you.

This title offers a simple, visual guide to helping children understand English from Carol Vorderman. Reduce the stress of studying English and help your child with their homework by following "Help Your Kids with English", a unique visual guide that demystifies the subject for everyone. Carol Vorderman uses clear, accessible pictures, diagrams and easy-to-follow step-by-steps to cover all the important areas including punctuation, grammar, spelling, and communication skills, so you can approach even the most complex English concepts with confidence. It includes cross-references throughout to show links between language ideas and a glossary of key terms. "Help Your Kids with English" is the perfect guide for every frustrated parent and desperate child, who wants to understand English and put what they've learnt into practice.

"DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Florence & Tuscany" will lead you straight to the very best on offer. Whether you're looking for the things not to miss at the Top 10 sights, or want to find the best nightspots; this guide is the perfect pocket-sized companion. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists - from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 events and festivals - there's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid. The guide is divided by area with restaurant reviews for each, as well as recommendations for hotels, bars and places to shop. You'll find the insider knowledge every visitor needs and explore every corner effortlessly with "DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Florence & Tuscany" and its FREE pull-out map. "DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Florence & Tuscany" - showing you what others only tell you.