Автор: Foreword by Saul David
Название: War The Definitive Visual History
ISBN: 0241392160 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780241392164
Издательство: Dorling Kindersley
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Цена: 30800.00 T
Наличие на складе: Ожидается поступление.
Описание: Follow the epic 5,000-year story of warfare - from the earliest battles to the War on Terror - with this guided tour of every major conflict. Combining a clear and compelling historical narrative with a wealth of fascinating eyewitness accounts and photography throughout, this is the ultimate guide to the history of military conflict, from the armies of ancient Egypt to the rise of Isis in Syria and Iraq, and the ongoing Yemeni civil war. War explores the battles, the warriors, the tactics, and the weapons and technology that have shaped conflict worldwide.

Lavishly illustrated with paintings, photographs, artefacts, and maps, this book offers a uniquely detailed and visually rich view of all major aspects of human conflict. Whether on the bloody battlefields of the ancient world or in the modern era of drones and laser-guided missiles, this is the complete story of the wars that have shaped our world.

Название: Assassin`s Creed - The Definitive Visual History
ISBN: 1783298820 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781783298822
Издательство: Titan books ltd.
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Цена: 41360.00 T
Наличие на складе: Есть
Описание: This stunning book explores the rich mythology of Assassin`s Creed, featuring the art and history of the series from the first groundbreaking game through the graphic novels to the DLCs.

Название: Universe: The Definitive Visual Guide
ISBN: 0241412749 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780241412749
Издательство: Dorling Kindersley
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Цена: 33590.00 T
Наличие на складе: Есть
Описание: Marvel at the wonders of the Universe, from stars and planets to black holes and nebulae, in this exploration of our Solar System and beyond. Universe opens with a look at astronomy and the history of the Universe, using 3D artworks to provide a comprehensive grounding in the fundamental concepts of astronomy, including the basic techniques of practical astronomy. The core of the book is a tour of the cosmos covering the Solar System, the Milky Way, and galaxies beyond our own.

Explanatory pages introduce different celestial phenomena, such as galaxies, and are followed by catalogues that profile the most interesting and important examples. A comprehensive star atlas completes the picture, with entries on each of the 88 constellations and a monthly sky guide showing the night sky as it appears throughout the year as viewed from both the northern and southern hemispheres.

Автор: DK
Название: Fashion, New Edition: The Definitive Visual Guide (Smithsonian)
ISBN: 0241388317 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780241388310
Издательство: Dorling Kindersley
Рейтинг:
Цена: 26400.00 T
Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка.
Описание: The definitive guide to the history of fashion. From Ancient Egypt and Marie Antionette to Alexander McQueen and Chanel, this visual fashion design book charts the evolution of clothing and shows how every generation reinvents fashion!

Название: World War II The Definitive Visual Guide
ISBN: 0241525683 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780241525685
Издательство: Dorling Kindersley
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Цена: 23760.00 T
Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Explore the history of the people, politics, and events of World War II - one of the most destructive events in world history. If you're keen on military history and World War II, this book is for you. This complete visual guide covers the events leading up to the war, major military battles around the globe, and the aftermath and its effects on our world today.

Inside the pages of this chronological retelling, World War II is captured in hundreds of compelling images and eyewitness accounts of people involved in the epic conflict. Discover:- Comprehensive and objective coverage of every major military conflict and its impact on the rest of the war, with vivid descriptions and first-person accounts- Biography spreads highlight major military and political figures such as Adolf Hitler, Winston Churchill, Benito Mussolini, and Joseph Stalin- Find out about key battles, political, and economic forces, and technological advances that influenced the course of the war- Packed with striking graphics - including rarely seen colour photographs- Cross-referencing appears throughout, with timelines and global maps establishing an overview of each year of the conflict- Features on everyday life in the war and the discovery of Holocaust concentration camps add to the wider picture- Gallery spreads displaying weapons, spy gear, and other equipment that defined the warRenowned military historian Richard Holmes authors this compelling military book which explores the key events, people, and equipment that defined the most destructive event in world history. Meet the key players of the war through thought-provoking profiles and eyewitness accounts - from national leaders making decisions to combatants on the front-line, and the civilians left behind.

Also explore definitive battles that altered the course of the war such as Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima, and the D-Day landings. The complexities of World War II are displayed throughout this history book using photographs and rare colour images, international maps, easy-to-understand text, and detailed timelines to show events in unprecedented depth and detail. World War II: The Definitive Visual Guide provides an unparalleled account of this devastating conflict so we never forget and continue to learn from the past.

Название: World War I: The Definitive Visual Guide
ISBN: 0241317657 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780241317655
Издательство: Dorling Kindersley
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Цена: 26400.00 T
Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Learn everything you need to know about the first war to shake the world and change the course of history. World War I: The Definitive Visual Guide takes you from the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand to the Treaty of Versailles, through beautifully illustrated and easy to understand timelines. Recreate the experience of some of the most prominent battles, such as the Somme and Verdun, through compelling direct accounts from soldiers who fought as well as civilians who lived through the First World War.

Marvel at the impressive weaponry and equipment used throughout the war, and learn more about the key figures, such as David Lloyd George and Joseph Joffre. Packed with images, maps, portraits, key artefacts and unforgettable first person accounts, World War I: The Definitive Visual Guide is an uniquely accessible military history of one of the world's most devastating conflicts. Previous ISBN: 9781409347613

Автор: Holmes Richard
Название: World War II the Definitive Visual Guide
ISBN: 0241184185 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780241184189
Издательство: Dorling Kindersley
Рейтинг:
Цена: 22000.00 T
Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: A visual history of the people, politics and events of the epic conflict that shaped the modern world, World War II. It helps you find out about key battles, political and economic forces, individual leaders and technological advances that influenced the course of the war.

Автор: DK
Название: Smithsonian: Flora: The Definitive Visual Guide to the Plant Kingdom
ISBN: 1465474501 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781465474506
Издательство: Dorling Kindersley
Цена: 17600.00 T
Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Discover the extraordinary diversity of the plant world--and how plants work--with this photographic celebration of the trees, flowers, and foliage plants that share our planet.

From tiny mosses and delicate ferns to vibrant blooms and stately palms, Flora invites you to explore the plant kingdom from the ground up, and from root to leaf tip. DK's elegant introduction to botany is packed with sumptuous photos and crystal-clear illustrations that explain the mechanics of photosynthesis, why leaves change color, how cacti store water, and how seeds know when to grow. Filled with fascinating stories of how plant roots and leaves communicate with their neighbors and how flowers use color and scent to interact with--and manipulate--the creatures around them, Flora is a fresh and engaging introduction to the mysterious inner workings of the plant world.

Автор: DK
Название: Warfare: The Definitive Visual History
ISBN: 1465488766 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781465488763
Издательство: Неизвестно
Цена: 36790.00 T
Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка.
Описание: The most wide-ranging and visually arresting history of wars and warfare ever published, Warfare: The Definitive Visual History documents every major war or significant period of conflict in over 5,000 years of human history.

A must-have reference gift for military enthusiasts and general readers alike, no other book about warfare contains such a diverse selection of imagery including contemporary paintings and photographs, objects and artifacts, and specially commissioned artworks, maps, and diagrams.

Warfare: The Definitive Visual History includes a comprehensive directory of every major war, thematic spreads examining broader topics within the history of warfare, from the role of mercenaries, communications, and the treatment of wounded soldiers, and personal accounts and objects from soldiers and civilians that bring to life the human experience of battle.

From the earliest known Wars in Sumeria and Ancient Egypt War to the occupation of Iraq, Warfare: The Definitive Visual History combines a coherent and compelling spread-by-spread historical narrative with a wealth of supporting features to recount the epic 5,000-year story of warfare and combat through the ages.

Автор: DK
Название: Ancient Egypt: The Definitive Visual History
ISBN: 0744029244 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780744029246
Издательство: Неизвестно
Рейтинг:
Цена: 45980.00 T
Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Take a journey through Ancient Egypt and see how the pharaohs once lived!

An enticing and insightful guide that covers 3,000 years of life under the pharaohs (c. 3200-30 BCE) from the early kings of Egypt to the reign of Cleopatra and the Roman conquest, this book explains it all!

Written by a team of respected Egyptologists, this book includes the following exciting things:

- Themed spreads explore developments in areas like religion, writing, painting, ceramics and medicine.
- Biography spreads feature the lives of the most influential pharaohs and queens.
- Detailed maps set the main sites in context, and show the growth of the civilization and its trade network.
- An optional 80-page reference section provides a directory of the pharaohs and gods and goddesses.

Unlock every aspect of Ancient Egypt, from pharaohs and pyramids to ordinary people's everyday lives and beliefs. With 31 Egyptian dynasties and 3,000 years of history, from the time of Narmer to that of Cleopatra and so much more, this is the perfect comprehensive guide to Egypt's ancient civilization.

There's so much to learn and experience with this up-to-date biography on Ancient Egypt. With more than 850 photos, illustrations and maps, this is the perfect book for thinkers, borrowers, life-long learners or anyone with an interest in ancient civilizations and Egyptology.

Автор: Callery Sean, Smith Miranda
Название: Space: The Definitive Visual Catalog: The Definitive Visual Catalog
ISBN: 1338291963 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781338291964
Издательство: Scholastic
Рейтинг:
Цена: 15670.00 T
Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Описание: The definitive visual guide to all things SPACE, featuring stunning color photographs and facts on every planet and galaxy from our own solar system and beyond.

Автор: DK
Название: Aircraft: The Definitive Visual History
ISBN: 0744027454 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780744027457
Издательство: Неизвестно
Рейтинг:
Цена: 36790.00 T
Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.