Books in Warwick Illustrated Encyclopedia series

A highly visual, thematic history that looks at the different ways in which human society and lifestyles have evolved.

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

Looking at each method of transport in turn, this in-depth book examines the developing technologies through the ages and charts discoveries. Includes over 40 projects.

Learn amazing facts about the lifestyles and skills of past societies, and how they developed through time.

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.

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

Inventions have revolutionized our everyday lives in many ways, and this fascinating encyclopedia looks at the different types of human inventions, from the earliest energy-saving devices through to the internet and biotechnology.

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.

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.