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Facts, Facts, Facts

Chambers (ed.)


Hardback
£16.99

ISBN: 9780550106841
Published: 26/02/2010
Extent: 992 pages
Illustrations: Maps, diagrams, tables, charts


 
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Summary:
14 Thematic Sections
Space

  • Earth
  • Climate and Environment
  • Natural History
  • Human Body, Health and Nutrition
  • Science and Technology
  • History
  • Arts and Culture
  • Thought and Belief
  • Sports and Games
  • Time
  • Communication
  • Social Structure
  • Nations of the World.
    Covering everything from music to mythology and the human body to history, Chambers Facts, Facts, Facts is packed with a remarkable collection of information in a single quick-reference volume.
    All the essential facts and figures are clearly presented, together with extra features such as mini-biographies and glossaries. The full index and detailed contents listings make
    it easy to find specific information.


    • Nearly 1,000 pages of facts and figures, fully updated for this new edition
    • Clearly presented in an attractive colour layout
    • With diagrams, tables, lists and maps


    Table of Contents:
    Space
    Earth
    Climate and Environment
    Natural History
    Human Body, Health and Nutrition
    Science and Technology
    History
    Arts and Culture
    Thought and Belief
    Sports and Games
    Time
    Communication
    Social Structure
    Nations of the World


    About the Author(s):
    Chambers is one of the world's most respected dictionary publishers, appealing particularly to word lovers and those who revel in all the quirks of the English language. Its extensive list of innovative language and reference titles includes the renowned Brewer's list of endlessly browsable dictionaries of phrase and fable, and covers English-language dictionaries and thesauruses for every level of user from school to crossword fan, from English learner to student of slang. Meticulously researched and expertly written, the highly acclaimed Chambers range has been at the forefront of presenting knowledge and learning in an engaging and accessible way since it was first established in the 19th century.


    Readership:
    General


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    All the facts and figures are clearly presented, together with extra features such as mini-biographies and glossaries. The full index and detailed contents listings make finding specific information effortlessly simple. This revised and totally up-to-date new edition is now more useful than ever as a handy reference for the home, classroom or office.

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