Книги издательства Dorling Kindersley
Название: Seashore
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2003
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Innovative, exciting and inspirational Be an eyewitness to the story of the seashore and the challenging lives of the creatures that survive its demanding conditions. — See how a sea-urchin disguises itself. — Find out how a crab grows new legs. — Discover how long seaweed can grow. Eyewitness: Seashore is one of the latest titles in this classic series that combines visual brilliance with informative text to provide everything a child needs for projects, reference or just plain old discovery.
Название: Essential Managers: Selling Successfully
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2005
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The instant reference library of management tips and techniques Learn all you need to know about successful selling, from developing self-confidence and clinching a deal, to understanding customers and managing a sales team. Selling Successfully not only shows you how to improve your powers of persuasion, it also provides practical techniques for building mutually rewarding, win-win relationships with customers. Power tips help you handle real-life situations and develop first-class selling skills that will dramatically improve your ability to make good transactions and hit sales targets. This innovative series covers a wide range of management and personal development topics. Each title is a comprehensive yet compact source of easy reference for all those in or aspiring to a position of responsibility, with a focus on developing and enhancing professional management practice. — Practical techniques show you how to target customers, identify their needs, present your product effectively and win sales — Clear text and illustrations cover every aspect of successful selling — Simple checklists and points to remember enable you to be fully prepared throughout the selling process — Accessible charts and flow diagrams explore different options for action and provide useful examples of real-life situations — Within each volume there are exercises and questionnaires which encourage self-assessment and analysis to improve management skills — An exciting and unprecedented visual approach to international business publishing — Aimed at the novice and the experienced manager alike in every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses
Название: Shakespeare
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2003
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Innovative, exciting and inspirational Be an eyewitness to one of the world’s greatest ever playwrights – from his Elizabethan world and the stories that inspired him to boy actors playing women and dramatic special effects. — See what the interior of the Globe Theatre looked like. — Find out how the music used in plays was like today’s film themes. — Discover what Shakespeare did when the theatres were closed due to the plague. Eyewitness: Shakespeare is one of the latest titles in this classic series that combines visual brilliance with informative text to provide everything a child needs for projects, reference or just plain old discovery.
Название: Sharks and Whales — Sticker Book
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2004
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Bring the ocean into your home with the Ultimate Sharks and Whales Sticker Book. Learn about sharks and whales with this fun and informative sticker book. You can create your own dramatic stories about Hammerhead Sharks and Sperm Whales. This sticker book, from the best selling Ultimate Sticker Book Series has over 60 easy-to-peel, reusable photographic stickers; plus an informative booklet to put them in. Go sticker mad!
Название: Space Exploration
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2002
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A spectacular and informative guide to the mysteries beyond Earth and its atmosphere, now in a new paperback edition By exploring space, humankind has learnt more about the Universe that surrounds our planet. This superb collection of specially commissioned photographs brings these discoveries to life. Starting with the first rockets that travelled beyond the Earth's atmosphere, this book tells of the development of spacecraft that enabled people to travel into space. It follows the course of the module that first put a man on the moon, and finally looks at future space exploration. The book reveals exactly what it is like to be a travellor in space, and explores an astronaut's various roles. Featuring photographs taken at both the European Space Agency (ESA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Space Exploration is a unique and compelling introduction to life in space. — Original photography of spacecraft both before and after travelling in space and pictures of astronauts in space, offering a unique 'eyewitness' view of the history of space exploration and the daily life of astronauts — See an astronaut repairing an orbiting spacecraft from the outside; the first man on the moon; a fantastic photograph of Titan, Saturn's largest moon; the satellite tracking device that shows how red deer live — Learn how satellites in space help us to forecast the weather; about the first birth in space; how an astronaut's body is affected once re-entering the Earth's atmosphere — Discover how a special sleeping-bag helps astronauts to sleep in weightless conditions; how machines used on Earth were developed from material originally used in space; the Large Space Simulator and how it is used to test spacecraft
Название: Space
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2004
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Explore the wonders of the universe with Eyewonder Space, the perfect guide for any budding space traveller Enter a world of discovery with DK Eyewonder Space. This inspiring first guide will captivate young minds with its blend of fascinating facts and dramatic photography. — Guaranteed to stimulate interest and imagination — Eyewonder Space is great for reluctant readers — Answers subject-related questions commonly asked by children — A valuable teaching aid for parents and teachers, and perfect for first projects.
Название: Space — Sticker Book
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2004
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Sticker fun for the budding astronaut in your home For anyone who dreams of blasting off into space! Go out of this world and discover the spaceships, suits and satellites that astronauts use or create your own stories with over 60 reusable, easy-to-peel stickers. 5-4-3-2-1. count down to sticker fun!
Название: St Petersburg
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2004
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Enjoy the sights and sounds of Russia's second city with this guide. Explore the buildings of Imperial Russia with cutaway maps and 3D models and use the entertainment listings to see some of the world's best ballet. This book also includes tips on the best vodka bars to sample Russia's premier tipple.
Название: Star Wars: Journey Through Space level 2
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2005
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Level 2: Beginning to Read Alone Practise your reading as you tour the galaxy! Exciting, fact-packed stories in this Star Wars DK Reader encourage and engage children who are starting to read alone. Part of a multilevel reading programme, this Level 2 DK Reader is intended to make reading practice fun and accessible for early readers. Featuring word repetition, simple sentences and picture dictionary boxes, DK Readers are specifically designed to be age-appropriate and improve reading skills at the correct level. Stunning photographs combined with lively illustrations and text are guaranteed to capture children's imaginations and interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge
Название: Star Wars: Star Pilot level 3
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2005
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Level 3: Reading Alone. Practice your reading with this exciting Star Wars story! Thrilling tales from the world of Star Wars for young readers. Part of a multilevel reading programme, this Level 3 DK Reader is intended for children who are able to read alone, and features lively, fact-packed text about the spaceships and vehicles of Star Wars. The lively, age appropriate text encourages young readers to imagine they are characters in the film, struggling between the forces of good and evil! — What is the biggest spaceship? — What is the fastest vehicle? — This exciting book has all the answers! The stunning photographs, vivid film stills, combined with lively illustrations and engaging stories are guaranteed to capture children’s interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.
Название: Star Wars: What Is Wookiee? level 1
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2005
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DK Readers Level 1: Beginning to Read Learn about Wookiees and all the other strange and wonderful creatures from Star Wars Exciting, fact-packed stories in this Star Wars DK Reader encourage and engage children who are beginning to read. Part of a multilevel reading programme, this Level 1 DK Reader makes learning to read fun and accessible to young readers. Featuring word repetition, simple sentences and picture dictionary boxes, DK Readers are specifically designed to be age-appropriate and improve reading skills at the correct level. Stunning photographs combined with lively illustrations and text are guaranteed to capture children's imaginations and interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.
Название: Essential Managers: Strategic Thinking
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2005
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The instant reference library of management tips and techniques. Learn how to define, develop and implement a dynamic business strategy with Strategic Thinking. This concise and informative guide shows you how to plan short — and long-term objectives, how to put toether the right team for the right job, how to communicate your vision and how to maintain a flexible approach by monitoring past performance and predicting future trends. It covers the essential tools of strategic management, from SWOT analysis and feasbility studies to budgeting forecasts, to help give you a competitive edge in today's fast-moving business world. — Practical techniques show you how to set out your objectives, identify market trends, make a risk assessment and develop a flexible market plan — Clear text and illustrations cover every aspect of strategic management — Simple checklists enable you to be fully prepared when defining, developing and implementing a strategy — Accessible charts and flow diagrams explore different options for action and provide useful examples
Название: Succeed at Negotiating
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2006
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Learn to negotiate and win at work and at home, with strategies to ensure success Discover the basics of negotiation, how to manage the two-way exchange, honing skills and getting results in this Worklife guide. With solutions to key issues, learn how to get results — whether you need 5-minute fixes or high-impact techniques. Plus find a simple self-assessment exercise to help monitor progress. Follow as a complete course, or dip in and out of topics of particular interests. It's pocket-sized so you can take it wherever life takes you!
Название: The Way Things Work
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2004
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This new edition of the award-winning, bestselling guides takes a colourful look at the nuts, bolts and circuitry of a host of things that whirr, whiz, clunk, buzz and beep! What really makes the things around us tick? Did you know that the principle behind the zip fastener also governed the building of the pyramids? Or that the dentist's drill is a direct descendant of the first windmill? The inner workings of hundreds of machines and devices are explained in this fun, colourful and unique look at technology through time. Perfect for anyone who's ever wondered what really makes things tick.
Название: Think of a Number
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2005
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Think maths is boring? Think again! Join Johnny Ball on a dazzling adventure to infinity and beyond! Maths isn't just about sums and calculations, numbers can take you anywhere. With Think of a Number you'll explore a fantastic world of wonder that is full of surprises. Let Johnny Ball take you on an incredible fact-packed journey — crack codes, unravel mazes and discover why finding a prime number could make you a millionaire! — Packed with all the fun and humorous facts that other maths books leave out — Crammed with interactive activities including magic tricks and mind reading techniques! — Features puzzles and quizzes that can engage the most reluctant of readers Find out why fleas can jump higher than elephants and investigate the simple puzzles that stumped the world's brainiest mathematicians for centuries! Think of a Number is a maths book unlike any other: instead of calculations and multiplication, this book reveals how weird and wonderful the world of maths can be!
Название: Tree
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2004
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Be an eyewitness to the fascinating world of trees — in association with The Natural History Museum Did you know that a single seed can cross an ocean? How the first flowers appeared on Earth? 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, their variety, structure and life-cycles, from tiny seeds to forest giants
Название: Tudor
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2004
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Discover the history of Tudor England, from rural life to palace intrigue Go back in time to Tudor England, to meet Henry VIII and learn about the Spanish Armada. Find out why Henry VIII had six wives, or see how ferocious battles were fought and won. Eyewitness Tudor is packed with photographs and fascinating facts that bring this exciting and often dangerous time to life.
Название: Tunisia
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2005
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With this lavishly illustrated guide at your side, you can explore all that Tunisia has to offer. Your holiday starts here! From the hot springs of Hamman Mellegue to the lunar landscape of Matmata, discover it all with this essential guide to Tunisia. Explore the Roman ruins of Carthage with the unique 3D models, and use the street maps to find the best bazaars to pick up a bargain. — Tips on where to enjoy the local cuisine. — Highlights of the best beaches in Hammamet. — Explanations of the many customs in this beautiful country. With its clear skies and stunning scenery, Tunisia offers a charming blend of Islamic, Berber and European culture. It also has a good infrastructure for visitors, and tourist zones where top-level hotels and yachting marinas can be found. This book will ensure you enjoy 1001 Arabian nights however long your stay.
Название: Venice and The Veneto
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 2005
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Whether you want an ideal introduction to romantic Venice or an indispensable tool for navigating the Veneto — this is the guide for you! Finding Venice completely charming or utterly bewildering may depend on whether you bring this book with you! This is the essential guide for finding your way around this beautiful city. Wonder at St Marc's Basilica, enthral your senses at the masquerade «Carnivale» and discover the gem that is the Veneto region, largely ignored by tourists and waiting to be discovered. Head from the Veneto Plain, past Verona to the Dolomites, and let this expert guide reveal unique cutaways and 3D diagrams of the glorious Palazzi of Venice, the magical Lake Garda and other gems of the region. You will also find invaluable hints and tips on the best hotels and local delicacies. — Locates Venice geographically, setting it in both modern and historical context — Features an overview of the main sight seeing attractions and a complete area by area guide using with maps, photographs and detailed illustrations — Includes expertly researched information on hotels, shops, restaurants, bars, sports and entertainments.
Название: Viking
Жанр: Dorling Kindersley
Год: 1997
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For 300 years, the Vikings took Europe by storm, sacking monasteries and towns in their search for booty and new lands to settle. This collection of superb photographs brings their story vividly to life. More than just wild pirates, the Vikings were skilled engineers and craftsmen. See their fine jewellery and woodwork, as well as real longships and a reconstruction of a Danish trading ship. Look inside a typical Viking home, andd learn how Viking women spun and wove clothes. See memorial stones inscribed with legends, and trace Viking history from the earliest raids to the introduction of Christianity to Scandinavia. Featuring many objects from leading museums in Scandinavia, Britain, and Ireland, Viking is a unique and exciting introduction to these daring warriors, explorers and traders. — Here is a spectacular and informative guide to the daring adventurers of the Viking Age — Superb colour photographs of Viking ships and swords, clothes and shields, memorial stones and beautiful brooches, offer a unique 'eyewitness' view into the lives of the Norsemen and their outstanding achievements — See a Viking battle-axe; the magnificent ship used in the funeral of a Viking Queen; a Viking fortress; a beautiful ceremonial sledge; the tools of a Swedish swordsmith — Learn why the goddess Freya cried tears of gold; how longships were made; how Greenland got its name; why walruses were used to make ship ropes; what happened to Thor when he caught the world serpent; how warriors got to Valhalla — Discover why Erik the Red had to leave Iceland; how Viking women applied for a divorce; how Viking sailors navigated; what was on the menu at a Viking Feast; how to put down an empty drinking-horn; the legend of Sigurd the dragon-slayer
