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Thousands of global facts at your fingertips with the best value quick-reference World Atlas on the market. Both physical and political geography is clearly illustrated alongside the great cities of our planet.The highest peak? The deepest ocean trench?...

In 1997 sixty-two containers fell off the cargo ship Tokio Express after it was hit by a rogue wave off the coast of Cornwall, including one container filled with nearly five million pieces of Lego, much of it sea themed. In the months that followed,...

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Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486412535Author W. A. BentleyFormat PaperbackPage Count 80Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

* THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * 'Another masterpiece from one of my favorite authors . . . If you want a brief but thorough education in numeric thinking about many of the fundamental forces that shape human life, this is the book to read. It's a tour...

Fluorite is found everywhere, has been important to industry for centuries, and is a minor ornamental material as well. Fluorite presents a fascinating array of colors, habits, and associated minerals and is widely available. See spectacularly large...

An inspiring blend of nature writing and memoir that explores nature's crucial role in our emotional and mental healthBats can hear shapes, plants can eat light, and bees can dance maps. When his life took him to a painfully dark place, the poet behind...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780399581830Author Kelsey OseidFormat HardbackPage Count 160Imprint Ten Speed PressPublisher Ten Speed Press

Longlisted for the Highland Book Prize In 1995 the National Trust for Scotland acquired Mar Lodge Estate in the heart of the Cairngorms. Home to over 5,000 species, this vast expanse of Caledonian woodlands, subarctic mountains, bogs, moors, roaring...

Explore Ireland with this accurate and fully updated road atlas. This road atlas is at A4 size, covering the whole of Ireland and features clear and detailed Collins colour mapping at a scale of 5.2 miles to 1 inch. Perfect for both residents...

'Somerville's infectious enthusiasm and wry humour infuse his journey from the Isle of Lewis to southern England, revealing our rich geological history with vibrant local and natural history' Observer'A meticulous exploration of the ground beneath our...

'Vast and arresting' SPECTATOR'A remarkably human take on the geological world' NEW STATESMANRocks are the record of our creative planet reinventing itself for four billion years. Nothing is ever lost, just transformed. Marcia Bjornerud's life as a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780062954817Author Thich Nhat HanhFormat PaperbackPage Count 320Imprint CollinsPublisher HarperCollins Publishers IncWeight(grams) 240gDimensions(mm) 203mm...

'A surprising page-turner, full of humour and startling details' THE TIMES 'If I read a better history this year, I will be lucky' TOM HOLLAND 'An astonishing tour de...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781476796109Author Brantley HargroveFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint Simon & SchusterPublisher Simon & SchusterWeight(grams) 249gDimensions(mm) 211mm *...

Cramming all new-case studies and 100s of new questions into one book, this new edition of our AQA A-level Geography student book will capture imaginations as it travels around the globe. This book has been written by our expert author team and...

The must-have atlas for pupils aged 11-14 Fully updated for 2022-2023, this world atlas is designed to support Key Stage 3 students aged 11-14 years in developing their geographical and mapping skills. The content follows requirements of the...

The must-have atlas for children aged 7-11 Collins Primary Atlas is a great introduction to mapping of the UK, Europe and all major regions of the world. It supports the Key Stage 2 curriculum and is suitable for children aged 7-11 years. ...

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The must-have atlas for children aged 4-7 Collins First Atlas is a fun, vibrant and clear starter atlas for children aged 4-7 years, providing the perfect foundation to basic geography skills. The atlas begins by introducing pupils...

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'A brilliant gift for anyone who loves the countryside.' - Independent 'John Lewis-Stempel is the hottest nature writer around.' - Spectator'Assured and expert countryside writing' -TLS'His immense, patient powers of observation - along with a flair for...

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This chunky AQA A-Level Geography Complete Revision & Practice book contains everything students will ever need to know for both years of the A-Level course! It's packed with clear study notes covering every topic, a variety of case studies and plenty of...

The perfect gift for nature lovers and weather watchers. A fascinating month-by-month collection of facts, figures and explanations related to UK weather. Discover historical facts, notable weather events, amazing statistics and stories that...

Target exam success with My Revision Notes. Our updated approach to revisionwill help students learn, practise and apply their skills and understanding. Coverage ofkey content is combined with practical study tips and effective revision strategiesto...

Explore the world with a Collins wall map Fully updated world map to include the latest political changes. The map contains politically coloured mapping which shows each country and their capital city, major roads, and cities and towns clearly...

Discover new places with authoritative atlases, beautifully designed and packaged. An excellent world atlas for everyday use at home or work, representing broad coverage at a great price. Clear, authoritative Times atlas mapping fully updated...

This fun, photo-filled, fact-packed guide to rocks and minerals will get kids outside to discover the amazing world underneath their feet. Created for the ultimate explorer, this book gives kids the knowledge and skills they need to identify...

Exam Board: AQA Level: GCSE 9-1 Subject: Geography Suitable for the 2023 exams Complete revision and practice to fully prepare for the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.About the AuthorExplore the world through accurate and up-to-date mapping.Book InformationISBN 9780008696061Author Collins MapsFormat HardbackPage Count 296Imprint...

This Edexcel A-Level Geography Complete Revision & Practice book contains everything students need to know for both years of the A-Level course. It's packed with clear study notes, lots of case studies and plenty of exam-style practice for every Edexcel...

Exam Board: Pearson Edexcel Level: AS/A Level Subject: Geography Our study resources are the smart choice for those studying Pearson Edexcel AS/A Level Geography. This book will help students to: Organise their study with the one-topic-per-page format...

Level: KS3 Subject: Geography Complete revision and practice covering the KS3 course This all-in-one KS3 Geography study and practice book is your one-stop shop for KS3 Geography!...

Ponds and pools are a common feature of our landscape - there are at least ten times as many ponds as lakes in the UK - and they are also important wildlife habitats. This book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of these freshwater habitats. ...

WINNER OF THE 2023 JAMES CROPPER WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING 'Unparalleled.' THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 'A true masterpiece.' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT 'A tour de force.' GUY SHRUBSOLE 'Quietly courageous.' PATRICK BARKHAM 'Lyrical, wholehearted...

Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun! Kids will have fun collecting points outdoors with more than 140 things to find. From basalt to...

Discover a dazzling deep-dive into the history of the world through a totally new lens, as told by the V&A's Senior Jewellery Curator. Includes 16 pages of colour photography showcasing some of the world's most spectacular jewellery.'A magnificent...