Books in Illustrated Science Encyclopedia series

A stunningly illustrated natural history book that investigates the special characteristics that allow animals to live and survive in the wild.

This thought-provoking reference explores the seemingly contrasting but often inter-related themes of science, medicine, warfare and religion in history.

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Squeezing like a snake, swooping like a bird of prey, snapping a crocodile, attacking like a shark--learn how some of the strongest and most feared animals in the wild use their specialist survival skills.

With its spectacular wildlife photographs and insights into animal behavior, this fabulous wildlife encyclopedia will enable you to imagine you are on a global safari with an expert naturalist.

This book is a valuable supplement to school studies. It sets out the link between an animal's adaptations and its environment clearly, bringing the subject to life with amazing photography and lively, information-packed text.

Discover what it was like to live in the Stone Age, Egypt, Greece and Rome, and investigate the history, lifestyles and beliefs of the people who lived in the ancient world.

This educational and inspiring book for family reference is packed full of information on art, food, clothing, war and transport.

This book brings together four key areas of human knowledge and traces the history and development of each one in turn.

Fascinating facts are revealed about all of the animals. A variety of species are explored and illustrated in detail, and special features focus on alligators, vipers, the Komodo dragon and snapping turtles.

Compare the different survival strategies of insects, reptiles, sharks, birds, and mammals.

This book examines all the intriguing aspects of minibeasts from spiders to social wasps. You'll discover how their bodies work, their behavior, life cycles, survival tactics and ancestors.