Szerző Paul Dowswell

How does a whale breathe? How does a snake see in the dark? Why do zebras have stripes? This fascinating book has all the answers and more. Simple, easy-to-read text, detailed illustrations and extraordinary wildlife photography introduce children to…

A bright, lively introduction to space with simple text, amazing photographs and detailed illustrations. Provides simple explanations to questions such as "What are stars made of?" "Why does the Moon shine?" and "What do space…

This enjoyably spine-chilling collection of ghostly stories includes tales ranging from the haunting of an ordinary suburban house by a poltergeist to a Restless Tomb in which coffins are mysteriously rearranged and strange changing faces that appear…

Locked doors, high prison walls and barbed wire are formidable enough obstacles, but many escaping prisoners also face savage dogs and armed guards who shoot to kill. From Alcatraz to Devils Island, this book tells the extraordinary tales of men who…

A collection of true adventure stories on the dizzying peaks of the worlds tallest mountain. Contains the truelife stories of extreme cold, danger and exploration including the first expedition of Everest and stories of tragedy on the slopes. Stories…

Thirteen thrilling true stories of courage and heroism. From firefighters battling a blazing nuclear reactor, to a helicopter rescue team on board a fast sinking ship and one housewifes brave defiance of the Gestapo, this book contains inspiring tales…

This title recounts some of the most famous tales of intrigue, heroism and adventure of the First and Second World Wars, providing young readers with an insight into the human stories behind both conflicts. It includes stories that range from the dramatic…