Autor Pavel Šmakal

Make your trip to Poland extraordinaryDiscovering Polish history in Kraków. Devouring traditional Pierogi. Hiking through the picturesque Tatra mountains. There are so many reasons to visit Poland. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide…

Make your trip to Slovenia extraordinaryHiking in the Julian Alps. Wine tasting in Goriška Brda. Days of festival fun in the eco-conscious capital of Ljubljana. There's a lot to see and do in Slovenia. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel…

Humans – who are we? Physically, Homo sapiens is unremarkable in the animal world – a hairless ape. But somehow, in combination, our characteristics make us remarkable. With our dexterity and brain power, we discovered ways of finding food and beating…

Meet more than 100 characters from My Hero Academia in this official companion to the hit anime TV series.How tall is Izuku Midoriya? Who is Katsuki Bakugo’s old rival? What kind of personality does Ochaco Uraraka have?Find out the answers to these questions…

Explore the hidden depths of the ocean in this jam-packed visual encyclopedia for children.Explore our blue planet through amazing facts and colourful diagrams in this fully updated edition of the popular Ocean: A Children’s Encyclopedia.This encyclopedia…

If the age of planet Earth was scaled to 24 hours, humans would only have come into existence in the last 38 seconds.Discover the incredible lost worlds that came before us in this ultimate visual history of the world for kids 8-12. From the rise and…

A fully revised and updated guide to America’s bloodiest and most divisive conflict – 165 years on.Comprehensive and packed with contemporary paintings, photographs, maps, and important artefacts, The American Civil War explores the history, causes,…

How can you create a successful brand? What makes a great entrepreneur? And why do some firms fail while others prosper? Part of DK’s indispensable Big Ideas series, this fully revised and updated new edition of The Business Book answers these questions…

Join Lily and Mango as they adventure through the world's magical rainforests in this fun, non-fiction graphic novel packed with fun facts and engaging characters.From towering trees to verdant plants and a host of incredible animals that live there,…

Fully revised and updated, this is the ultimate guide to the “beautiful game” for any football fan who wants to discover everything there is to know about the biggest clubs of all time and World Cup winners, or brush up on their football skills and techniques.Whether…

Why did democracy emerge in ancient Greece? How did Spain conquer South and Central America? And what caused the fall of the Berlin Wall?Part of DK’s indispensable Big Ideas series, this fully revised and updated new edition of The History Book answers…

Explore more than 5,000 years of mechanised conflict around the globe – from the earliest chariots and warships to the supersonic fighters and bombers of the modern era. Take an exhilarating ride through the ever-changing world of mobile warfare, across…

Embark on a tour of the world with this immersive and interactive atlas. From the Trans-Siberian railroad to Machu Picchu, The Pop-up Pull-out Picture Atlas will take you on a journey like never before. Stop off at Niagara Falls and the Golden Gate Bridge…

How we learn to read is not a secret formula, it’s a science.More than five decades of research conducted across the world informs the Science of Reading. This one-stop guide examines the crucial aspects of literacy development.Uncover the workings of…

Set off on an exciting journey with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn all about the wonders of science.Find out how rainbows form, explore the Solar System, and unlock the secrets of shapes in this colourful and charming first reference book about…

This exciting animal encyclopedia for kids reveals everything you need to know about the animal kingdom - all in an engaging question-and-answer format.Explore the intriguing answers to more than 200 questions about your favourite animals in this captivating…

Take a tour of the world's most talked about architectural wonders.This is your passport to 100 places designed to impress – think Italy's Colosseum, India's Taj Mahal, Australia's Sydney Opera House and the USA's Empire State Building. These are the…

Take a step – if you dare – into the shadows, and discover the blood-curdling history of horror across the world in this gruesomely illustrated title.A History of Horror, Fear and the Uncanny explores the dark and eerie landscapes of horror down the…

Dive into the breathtaking world of Pandora with this unique and official glow in the dark colouring book for Avatar fans.Bioluminescence is a key feature of the night-time beauty of Pandora. Discover captivating landscapes, vibrant creatures and your…

Little ones will love learning about all the shapes in Baby Diplodocus’ playful prehistoric world – oval, circle, triangle, diamond, and stars!Follow Baby Diplodocus' day as she explores, plays, and learns, before finally snuggling down to sleep under…

Make your northern lights bucket list dreams come true.You’ve seen the stunning photographs and the breathtaking videos, and now it’s time to experience the magic of the northern lights for yourself. But where on earth can you see them? When’s the best…

Create your own action packed adventure in this interactive sticker book.This book comes with over 250 reusable stickers that can be used to complete a sticker story providing an early introduction to storytelling. Featuring fun speech bubbles and character…

Dive into a world of fun and endless creativity with this shimmering Disney Princess sticker book! Let your imagination soar as you become a fashion stylist, mixing and matching gorgeous party outfits and accessories for some of your favorite Disney…

Meet fan favourites Stitch, Angel, Leroy, and Scrump in this awesome glow-in-the-dark sticker activity book, featuring over 100 stickers!Join Stitch and friends in this vibrant glow-in-the-dark sticker book, filled with pictures and facts about fan-favourite…

A Disney Stitch sticker activity book that lets 3-5 year olds create their own action-packed adventure in a fun graphic novel formatBrowse over 300 reusable stickers and use them to complete the graphic novel-style story alongside Stitch and friends!…

Make your trip to Alaska extraordinaryBreath-taking views of the northern lights. Freshly caught salmon from the Kenai river. Afternoons learning about Alaska Native traditions. For a vacation to remember, Alaska is hard to beat. Whatever your dream…

Make your trip to Barcelona and Catalonia extraordinarySunbathing on the beaches of the Costa Brava. Soaking up world-class art at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya. A road trip through picturesque Catalan villages. There are so many reasons to visit…

Make your trip to Budapest extraordinaryA stroll around historic Castle Hill. Relaxing in an Art Deco thermal bath. Raising a toast in a ruin pub. There are so many reasons to visit Budapest. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is…

Make your trip to California extraordinaryA road trip along the Pacific Coast Highway. Wine tasting in the Napa Valley. Hiking in picture-perfect Yosemite National Park. California offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your…