Books in Pocket Manual series

There are way more than billions of galaxies in space and just trying to imagine the far corners of the universe is an incomprehensible feat for the human brain! This handy pocket-sized book manages to squeeze in a huge amount of intergalactic information, with details of rockets, planets, black holes, space stations, shooting stars and famous astronauts. With amazing photographs and lots of facts and figures, this is a perfect starter guide to the wonders of space.

Dinosaurs is full of the most enormous creatures who ever lived on our planet, and features 45 species of dinosaur, from favourites such as Stegasorus and Triceratops to the unusual Therizinosaurus, and of course the notorious Tyrannosaurus rex. Packed with fascinating facts, stunning illustrations, and all the vital statistics, this is the essential pocket guide.

Deadly Creatures is filled with information, facts and figures on some of the most dangerous predators in the animal kingdom, from fearsome big cats and bears, to small but toxic scorpions and spiders. Packed with scary details of killing methods, defensive tactics, attack strategies and other deadly features, and illustrated with photographs of the animals in their natural habitats, this is the ideal companion for budding zoologists.

This pocket-sized book covers 1,200 years of British royals, from King Egbert to Queen Elizabeth II. Containing hundreds of fascinating facts and figures about the monarchs and their reigns, the book also covers revolutions, beheadings, scandals, assassinations, marriages, plots, intrigues, imposters, and more marriages. Each royal has a special portrait, showing them in all their cartoon glory, while fact boxes reveal historical turning points, did-you-know details, and quotes from courtiers and historians.

Kings & Queens, part of our exciting new series of Haynes Pocket Manuals for children, provides information, facts and figures on all the kings and queens of England, from William I (1066-1087) to Elizabeth II (1952-present), including lots of fun and a few gory bits on the way. There is also an introduction about early rulers, and the book is fully illustrated. This manual will bring history alive for young readers.

This A-Z directory of sharks features 46 of the most astonishing marine creatures. Packed with information such as weight, size, reproduction, speed, number of teeth, and danger level to humans, the entries also include geographical distribution and beautiful photographs. Featuring the larger sharks, from the most enormous – the whale shark – to the most deadly – the great white, Sharks is packed with amazing statistics and shark facts.

The Partisan's Companion was produced by the Red Army to train partisans to fight the Nazi invader. Its usefulness outlived World War II, as it was later used to train Third World guerrillas in their wars of national liberation during the 1950s–70s, and even the Fedayeen guerrillas who fought US and coalition forces in Iraq.By the end of 1942, it was obvious that Germany was losing the war. The partisan ranks grew as did the training requirements for partisan commanders. The 1942 edition of The Partisan's Companion helped quickly train new guerrillas to a common standard. Besides field craft, it covers partisan tactics, German counter-guerrilla tactics, demolitions, German and Soviet weapons, scouting, camouflage, ant-tank warfare and antiaircraft defense for squad and platoon-level instruction. It contains the Soviet lessons of two bitter years of war and provides a good look at the tactics and training of a mature partisan force. The partisans moved and lived clandestinely, harassed the enemy, and supported the Red Army through reconnaissance and attacks on German supply lines. They clearly frustrated German logistics and forced the Germans to periodically sideline divisions for rear-area security. The partisans and their handbook were clearly part of the eventual Soviet victory over Germany. This pocket manual puts The Partisan's Companion in context, explaining its importance.

All life on Earth relies on the natural world to survive. We depend on nature for our health, food and most of our medicines. We depend on healthy ecosystems and natural resources for our homes and modern lives. But humans have become greedy. We are taking a lot more from nature than we need and we are knowingly causing climate change, which is threatening the survival of all life on Earth. For the first time just one species, humans, is have a massive impact on the planet. Many scientists have named this a new geological epoch, the Anthropocene. There are now 7.7 billion of us in this Age of Humans. But we humans have the knowledge and understanding to stop climate change, live wisely and sustainably in harmony with nature. We have discovered and rediscovered ways of making energy, growing food and technological solutions that will help us share the world’s natural resources and protect global biodiversity. There is enough space, enough water and enough natural resources for all life on Earth to thrive. If we share what we need and share the stories of success, together we will save planet Earth. That’s exactly what Eco Warriors do… Want to be one? This book offers concerned young people everything they need to get started…exploring the big issues, discovering amazing and inspiring individuals and campaigns, and finding out how making tiny changes can start to make a big difference.

Haynes Pocket Manuals are a new series of small books providing factual and practical information on a wide range of popular subjects, including machines, history and the natural world. Aimed at children, they are written using language suitable for young readers and are fully illustrated in color throughout. World’s Fastest Cars charts the history of fast cars, from standard production models to highly modified cars, racing cars, drag racers and land-speed-record breakers, whether powered by piston, electric or jet engine. Fact boxes and sidebars provide handy additional information on aspects of making cars go faster, from aerodynamics to the very special tires used in drag racing.

Haynes Pocket Manuals are a new series of small books providing factual and practical information on a wide range of popular subjects, including machines, history and the natural world. Aimed at children, they are written using language suitable for young readers and are fully illustrated in color throughout. Deadly Creatures provides information, facts and figures on some of the most dangerous predators in the animal kingdom, along with useful background topics such as killing methods, weapons and armor, behavior, habitat and species extinction. Illustrated throughout in color, this manual is the ideal companion for young zoologists.

World Football Stars is a brand-new run-down of the greatest footballers in the world, featuring top players with a focus on the best performers of 2013. Great photos and plenty of up-to-date facts and figures make this Pocket Manual essential reading for football fans everywhere. Aimed at children, Haynes Pocket Manuals provide fun and factual information on a wide range of subjects including machines, history and the natural world.