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Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
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Description
To the complete novice learning about philosophy can be daunting. The Philosophy Book changes all that. With the use of powerful and easy to follow images, succinct quotations, and explanations that are easily understandable, this book cuts through any misunderstandings to demystify the subject.
How did the universe begin? What is truth? How can we live good lives? Throughout history, humankind has asked these and other big questions about the nature...
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Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
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Description
"Exploring more than 100 big ideas on topics as diverse as the rule of law, the extent of liberty, and the justification of warfare, [this book] takes you on a journey through the history of politics, from the influential theories of ancient Greece, Rome, and Asia to modern concepts voiced by today's brightest political thinkers."--Front jacket flap.
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Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
Religion has influenced human culture since prehistory, shaping everything from the politics of war and peace to notions of morality and issues of sex, reproduction, and family. On an individual level, it has also offered people a sense of meaning, purpose, and comfort, and even today, when science appears to offer answers to many of the world's conundrums, faith persists and many religions--including Christianity and Islam--are still growing. The...
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Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Language
English
Description
An innovative and accessible guide to business, management and commerce Learning about business can be daunting, but The Business Book makes it easier than ever by giving you all the big ideas simply explained. Simple explanations and stylish infographics open up the business world to even the complete novice. The Business Book is the perfect primer to key theories of business and management, covering inspirational business ideas, business strategy...
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Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
c2014
Language
English
Description
The Science Book is an inventive visual take on astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, and physics. With eye-catching artwork, step-by-step diagrams, and illustrations that break down complicated ideas into manageable concepts, The Science Book will have readers conversant in genetic engineering, black holes, and global warming in no time. Along the way are found mini-biographies of the most well-known scientists, and a glossary of helpful scientific...
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Publisher
DK Publishing
Language
English
Description
The Shakespeare Book is the perfect primer to the works of William Shakespeare, packed with witty illustrations and inspirational quotes. Covering every work, from the comedies of Twelfth Night and As You Like It to the tragedies of Julius Caesar and Hamlet, plus lost plays and less well-known works of poetry. Easy-to-understand graphics and illustrations bring the themes, plots, characters and language of Shakespeare to life. This includes illustrated...
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Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Profiles the world's most renowned sociologists and more than 100 of their biggest ideas, including issues of equality, diversity, identity, and human rights; the effects of globalization; the role of institutions; and the rise of urban living in modern society.
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Examines "the greatest works of world literature, from the Iliad to Don Quixote to The Great Gatsby. Around 100 ... articles explore landmark novels, short stories, plays, and poetry that reinvented the art of writing in their time, whether Ancient Greece, post-classical Europe, or modern-day Korea"--Amazon.com.
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Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Written in plain English, The Literature Book cuts through the literary jargon and is packed with witty illustrations and clear graphics, making it the perfect primer to world literature, from ancient epics such as the Iliad and Mahabharata to contemporary works by Salman Rushdie and Margaret Atwood." --
13) The movie book
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
More than a century after the Lumière brothers made their first movie, the magic of the silver screen refuses to fade. Even silent era classics, such as the futuristic Metropolis, still retain the power to astonish. The talkies introduced new genres--among them the special-effects blockbuster, first seen in King Kong and reinvented in the 1980s with Steven Spielberg's Jaws--that continue to inspire and enthrall. In more recent years, technological...
14) The art book
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Explores the ideas behind one hundred iconic works of art while examining their historical context.
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
An essential guide to milestone developments in astronomy, telling the story of our ideas about space, time, and the physics of the cosmos--from ancient times to the present day. From planets and stars to black holes and the Big Bang, take a journey through the wonders of the universe. Featuring topics from the Copernican Revolution to the mind-boggling theories of recent science, The Astronomy Book uses flowcharts, graphics, and illustrations to...
16) The crime book
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Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Explores the cases of over one hundred notorious crimes and criminals from world history, covering bandits, arsonists, hucksters, white collar criminals, organized crime, kidnappers, extortionists, and murderers.
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Publisher
DK Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
Español
Description
"Con un lenguaje claro, "El libro de la historia' ofrece breves y sencillas explicaciones de las ideas que subyacen a los eventos que han configurado nuestro mundo, esquemas que simplifican conceptos complejos e ingeniosas ilustraciones que juegan con nuestras ideas sobre el pasado. Tanto el nuevo en la materia, como el ávido estudiante o el apasionado de la historia, hallarán en este libro mucha información interesante."--Back cover.
Examines...
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Publisher
DK
Language
English
Description
From Mozart to Mendelssohn, this comprehensive guide to classical music history and classical music biography is the perfect latest addition to the best-selling Big Ideas series. Easy to understand and clear to follow, this history of classical music explores and explains music theory and the impact of seminal pieces, while also providing fascinating stories about the lives of crucial composers and performers. Including an insightful foreword by Katie...
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
Español
Description
"Un gran líder empresarial, ¿nace o se hace? ¿Cómo se crea una marca exitosa? ¿Por qué algunas empresas fracasan y otras prosperan? A lo largo de la historia, los gurús de los negocios han ofrecido ideas que han configurado y mejorado el mundo empresarial.Con un lenguaje claro, El libro de los negocios presenta concisas explicaciones que desbrozan la jerga académica, esquemas que simplifican las teorías más complejas, e ingeniosas ilustraciones...
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Take a step into the fascinating realm of gods and goddesses, mythical warriors, and legendary kings and queens. Explore the creation stories of world's great cultures, let yourself be gripped by the classic hero narratives like the legend of King Arthur or the adventures of the Monkey King, or shed a tear over heart-rending tragedies such as the devastating tale of Orpheus and Eurydice. The Mythology Book retells and explains more than 80 classic...
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