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Books in Discovery Program / Internet Linked series

  • Science Encyclopedia

    Peter Tachell

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Texts by Kirsteen Rogers, Laura Howell, Alastair Smith, Phillip Clarke and Corinne Henderson. With 1,000 recommended Web sites, over 1,500 illustrations and diagrams, over 140 experiments and over 1,500 scientific terms . 8vo pp. 448 Brossura (wrappers) Perfetto (Mint)
  • Astronomy

    Rachel Firth, John Woodcock

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, April 1, 2004)
    Introduces concepts and provides basic information on formal and backyard astronomy, with simplified star maps for both hemispheres.
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  • Mummies & Pyramids

    Sam Taplin, John Woodcock, Ian Jackson

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, April 1, 2003)
    Describes and illustrates the role of mummies and pyramids in Egyptian civilization and their influence on later culture; discusses mummies in other parts of the world; and suggests Web addresses to enhance the reader's research.
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  • Trains

    Jonathan Sheikh-Miller

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, Feb. 28, 2002)
    This book takes you on a journey through the history of trains, from early giants of steam to the latest bullet-shaped speed machines. Lively illustrations explain how they work. For ages 7 +.
  • Dinosaurs

    Gillian Doherty

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, April 30, 2001)
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  • Trains

    Stephanie Turnbull

    Hardcover (Usborne Publishing Ltd, March 29, 2002)
    This volume provides an overview of how trains have developed over the years, from the oldest steam locomotives to streamlined speed machines. It includes links to Web sites where you can hear train sounds, take a tour around a luxury train, and explore model train layouts.
  • Roman Army

    Ruth Brocklehurst

    Paperback (Usborne Publishing Ltd, Aug. 15, 2005)
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  • Knights

    Rachel Firth

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, Dec. 31, 2002)
    An introduction to mediaeval knights and life in the Middle Ages. The topics covered include castles, armour, weapons and battle, tournaments, chivalry and life in towns and castles. The volume is part of a series exploring a wide range of subjects which should be of special interest to children. Photographs and colour illustrations combine with text and facts, and Web sites featuring further information, downloadable pictures and diagrams, are recommended.
  • Knights

    Rachel Firth

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, Dec. 31, 2002)
    An introduction to mediaeval knights and life in the Middle Ages. The topics covered include castles, armour, weapons and battle, tournaments, chivalry and life in towns and castles. The volume is part of a series exploring a wide range of subjects which should be of special interest to children. Photographs and colour illustrations combine with text and facts, and Web sites featuring further information, downloadable pictures and diagrams, are recommended.
  • Big Cats

    J. Sheikh-Miller

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, June 30, 2002)
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  • Internet-Linked Tudors and Stuarts

    Fiona Patchett

    Hardcover (Usborne Pub Ltd, June 30, 2003)
    The first in the new "Discovery Britain" series, this book describes one of the most absorbing and dramatic periods in British history. Illustrated with paintings, maps, cutaways and photographs; this book presents a vivid picture of life at that time. Benefiting from Internet linking, this book contains a selection of recommended web-sites which enhance the information in the book, but for anyone who does not have use of the Internet, it stands as a reference tool on its own.
  • Discovery Programme Big Cats

    J. Sheikh-Miller

    Hardcover (Usborne Publishing Ltd, July 26, 2002)
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