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First published in 1977, this cult classic has been reissued for a new generation of ghost-hunters. This book is for anyone who has shivered at shadowy figures in the dark, heard strange sounds in the night or felt the presence of a mysterious 'something' from the unknown. Ghost stories are as old as recorded history and exist all over the world; described in this book are haunting spirits, screaming skulls, phantom ships, demon dogs, white ladies, gallows ghosts and many more.
An exposition on feathers- their form, function, varieties, and physiology, accompanied by the author's stunning artwork made from feathers.
Text and photographs of real people at work as well as authentic detailed costumes present the key aspects of over 50 occupations. Illustrations.
From the creators of Eyewitness books, this oversize collection of fascinating facts and incredible animal photographs will enchant young children and bring them eye to eye with dozens of captivating creatures. Cartoon-style illustrations complement each vivid spread of photographs. Full color.
As America watched the fall of the Berlin Wall with great enthusiasm, President George H. W. Bush called the incident simply "a good development." He knew that the Cold War was far from over and that bringing it to an end would require not only symbolic gestures but also practical diplomacy. During Bush's presidency (1989-93), the Berlin Wall fell, the Warsaw Pact dissolved, Germany was reunified, and the Soviet Union ceased to exist. Yet, many people believe the Cold War ended under Reagan and that Bush's foreign policy achievements were merely an extension of Reagan's policies. In this in-depth look at the Bush administration's handling of the end of the Cold War, author Christopher Maynar...
Facts about antiquities, fossils and precious metals and gemstones.
What do earthworms do everyday? How can you change the colour of flowers? Can you roar without opening your mouth? Why can some insects walk on water? Draw your own conclusions from over 50 experiments and find out that science is growing like mad all around you. Science has come out of the laboratory and into the real world. Children can become scientists in their own backyard using simple garden tools and equipment to carry out home grown experiments.
Cutaway illustrations help explain the principles of how boats work and what various parts of a boat are designed to do.
Introduces dinosaurs and their world, discussing such topics as their food, life cycles, means of hunting, and means of fighting and defense.