Communism

Politics & Social Sciences

R.G. Grant

Social Sciences

M. Evans and Company

World War I

History

Europe

Penguin/Random House

A stunning visual celebration of the world's aircraft and the pioneers who made a dream become reality. Introducing Flight - a historical and visual exploration of awe-inspiring aviation over a period of one hundred years, from the earliest aeroplane prototypes to today's supersonic jets, this all-encompassing book about aeroplanes takes you on an action-packed flight to explore some of the greatest commercial and military aircraft ever made. So fasten your seatbelt and prepare for takeoff as DK takes you on a journey to explore: -Spectacular photographs and evocative archive images from the Smithsonian collection capture the most memorable events in the history of flight -300 profiles showcase iconic aircrafts, providing key facts -Offers a clear and compelling account of aviation history in short, self-contained episodes Explore stunning photographic galleries of planes, helicopters, and airships, each accompanied by its vital statistics. From the Wright brothers' first powered flight to Concorde's final voyage, Flight takes you sky-high, swooping you through world aviation history. Featuring spectacular photography of iconic aircraft, this book also recounts the feats of pioneers, trailblazers, and jet test pilots, and traces the technological developments so important to aviation's progress. Memorable moments of aerial warfare and record-breaking flights are recalled alongside more than 250 profiles of innovative aircraft in this book packed with flight facts for the aviation enthusiast. The human experience of flying is documented too, and historical quotes give a glimpse into the thoughts and ambitions of key figures in flight history. A must-have volume for anyone interested in aircraft, whether a gift or a self-purchase, Flight is an all-encompassing airplane book that has something for everyone to love and enjoy. Aviation enthusiasts of all stripes and ages will be captivated by DK's Flight- a comprehensive and beautifully presented guide to the s...

Flight: The Complete History of Aviation (DK Definitive Visual Histories)

Engineering & Transportation

Transportation

Lighthouses have always unsettled and attracted in equal measure, highlighting the triumphs and failures in humanity's battle with the forces of nature. Taking as its heroes the lighthouses themselves, Sentinels of the Sea describes the engineering genius that allowed their construction on even the smallest of rock outcrops and the innovations that made the lights so powerful and reliable.\nIntricate, elegant architectural plans and elevations, and evocative period drawings and photographs showcase the innovative designs and technologies behind fifty historic lighthouses built around the world from the 17th to the 20th century. R.G. Grant's engaging and authoritative text chronicles the incredible feats of engineering and endurance that brought these iconic, isolated towers into being, the advances in lens technology that made the lights so effective, and the everyday routines of the lighthouse keepers and the heroic rescues that some performed. Packed with extraordinary stories of human endeavour, desperate shipwrecks, builders defying the elements and heroic sea rescues, the book also reveals the isolation and vulnerability of the dedicated lighthouse keepers.

Sentinels of the Sea: A Miscellany of Lighthouses Past

THAMES HUDSON LTD

This book explains the world organization, Amnesty International.

Amnesty International

Politics & Government

Bt Bound

This series sets out to explain why the major wars of the 20th century started, to describe what happened, and to analyse how the results changed our world. Each title includes 24 maps which show how the battles and campaigns were fought, how boundaries were redrawn, and nations reshaped.

The Korean War

Teen & Young Adult

Franklin Watts Ltd

Amnesty International (World Organisations)

"World Organizations" is a series that examines the role key international organizations play in improving the lives of people around the world. Each title includes case studies revealing how each organization functions.

Straightforward, clearly written guides to popular topics of modern history; Includes primary source material, such as speeches, writings, photos; Encourages readers to develop their interpretive and critical faculties when examining historical evidence.

The Great Depression (How Did It Happen?)

World

Including primary source material, such as speeches, writings, and photos, this is a guide to topics of modern history.

The Vietnam War (How Did It Happen?)

Travel

Asia

Franklin Watts

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