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  • af Dominic Hale
    138,95 kr.

    Sun Tzu's 5th century BC military manual, The Art of War, revolutionized warfare when it was written. In the millennia since, its sage advice has been applied to fields as varied as business, leadership, warfare, politics and everyday life. In this fascinating guide, business journalist Dominic Hale helps you interpret the classic work to show you how to apply its advice to becoming a better leader. Showing you how to effectively motivate your workforce, pursue bold new strategies and understand your competitors, Sun Tzu's wisdom proves equally applicable to the business world. This edition includes the entire unabridged text of the original The Art of War, so you can easily refer back to the classic text. In this work, you will discover: - The traits that make a great leader- How to develop your own management skills- How to get the most out of your team>By taking examples from the modern business world in a variety of different industries, The Art of War Guide to Business Leadership shows you how to become a better leader by learning from ancient wisdom.

  • af Pamela Ball
    268,95 kr.

    "Become a competent, confident caster of spells with this practical guide to witchcraft. Containing an extensive collection of traditional spells, techniques, and correspondences, this book will help you attract positive friendships, love, and luck as well as promote healing, build a great career, and achieve powerful protection. [This book] is an essential reference for anyone wishing to master the incredible art of magic and spell-making. Discover the tools you'll need, how to consecrate them, and the rituals you can perform to manifest your deepest held wishes. All the practices within are set inside a moral framework that ensures the best outcome for all, with reference to divine law."--Provided by publisher.

  • af Marie Bruce
    268,95 kr.

    With over 250 spells and rituals to enhance all aspects of life, this beautiful hardback with gilded page edges will empower its readers with magical instruction. These awe-inspiring traditional and modern spells will clearly show readers how to bring more magic into their lives. From attracting love to finding success in business and careers, every aspect of modern living is touched upon and ancient ideas about magic are used to manifest positive change. This essential reference guide is sure to become a handy Book of Shadows for every practicing witch. Includes: - A section on tools and techniques- Correspondences for different spells>Featuring decorative color touches and beautiful patterned endpapers, this spell-binding book provides a wonderful introduction into modern witchcraft. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Mystic Archives are beautiful hardcover guides which reveal the hidden mysteries of esoteric arts, presented with foil-embossing, Wibalin binding, patterned endpapers and gilded page edges.

  • af Eric Saunders
    106,95 kr.

    We are a nation of many nationalities, many races, many religions, bound together by a single unity, the unity of freedom and equality. - Franklin D. Roosevelt From coastlines and mountain ranges, deserts and forests, to national parks and great lakes, the U.S.A. is a vast and diverse tapestry. Its people, history, and landscapes as diverse as its landscapes, this collection celebrates all of this and all that makes America unique and special. This excellent compilation of more than 100 wordsearch puzzles, includes topics such as: - Great American Novels - Flower Power - The NFL - Broadway - Country Legends>So whether you're an American looking to celebrate all of the history and heritage that includes, or simply a fan of the United States and looking to learn more, this is the title for you!

  • af Tansy Willow
    124,95 kr.

    Bring the spectacular animal kingdom to life with this delightful coloring book, complete with over 45 breath-taking designs. The beauties of the natural world find artistic expression in this collection artworks of particularly handsome animals of all kinds. There are alligators and antelopes, camels and chameleons, llamas and lobsters. Some are realistic; others are embellished with flowers and elaborate designs. All are chosen to be a delight to color. - Includes 45 designs - Printed on thick, high-quality paper - The images appear on single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through> ABOUT THE SERIES: The bestselling Sirius Creative Coloring series brings together delightful coloring books designed to relax the mind and inspire creativity. Printed on thick, high-quality paper, these bold and beautiful artworks present a wonderful coloring challenge.

  • af Tansy Willow
    143,95 kr.

    Find creative expression and inspiration with The Tattoo Coloring Book, containing over 45 traditional and modern tattoo designs to fill with color. From the iconic swallow tattoo to abstract mandalas, this coloring book contains an array of tattoo styles to color and enjoy. Discover the incredible verity that tattoo art has to offer, choose your own colors, and even find inspiration for your next tattoo with this unique coloring book. - Includes 45 designs - Printed on thick, high-quality paper - The images appear on single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through>ABOUT THE SERIES: The bestselling Sirius Creative Coloring series brings together delightful coloring books designed to relax the mind and inspire creativity. Printed on thick, high-quality paper, these bold and beautiful artworks present a wonderful coloring challenge.

  • af Tansy Willow
    124,95 kr.

    Boost your mood with this uplifting collection of over 45 images, chosen to convey the most upbeat of emotions. Inside you will find sunsets and unicorns, hot air balloons floating over the landscape, a walk along a forest path, a hug, a contented cat and a gorgeous butterfly, among many others. To improve your state of mind, choose an image that improves your mood, find somewhere peaceful to work and use the power of coloring to feel altogether more positive. - Includes 45 designs - Printed on thick, high-quality paper - The images appear on single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through> ABOUT THE SERIES: The bestselling Sirius Creative Coloring series brings together delightful coloring books designed to relax the mind and inspire creativity. Printed on thick, high-quality paper, these bold and beautiful artworks present a wonderful coloring challenge.

  •  
    268,95 kr.

    Combining the three complementary paradigms of chakras, auras and herbs, this practical guide shows the reader how to gain the best of health in one's mind, body and spirit through exercises and practices to try out straight away. Healing can be hard to define and often one tradition alone is not enough to affect lasting change. Written by bestselling, expert authors, including Julian Flanders, Hamraz Ahsan and Adrian White, this>With many mind-body-spirit classic modalities, such as crystals and Feng Shui, and information boxes containing practical tips and techniques throughout, this title is a fully illustrated approach that will appeal to beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

  •  
    244,95 kr.

    This chilling collection brings together 15 classic tales by landmark gothic writers, including Edgar Allan Poe, Mary Shelley, Sheridan Le Fanu, presented in a luxury hardback edition with striking sprayed edge designs. Gothic fiction emerged in the 18th century, recognized for its bleak and sinister landscapes which housed unnatural forces of evil. Often controversial in their time, these stories pushed the boundaries of what was possible in fiction and evoked unsettling emotions as they told their tales of mysterious places, lost secrets, and sudden, shocking violence. This collection brings together the very best within the genre, featuring crumbling castles, chilling cathedrals, and haunted manors as their eerie settings. Supernatural terrors lurk around every corner. Includes: - The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe- The Red Room by H.G. Wells- Oglala by Robert Louis Stevenson- The Dream by Mary Shelley>Presented in a striking gift edition with a silver-embossed cover design, sprayed edges, ivory paper and beautiful endpaper designs, this anthology makes a wonderful treasury for lovers of gothic horror. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibilin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, striking page edges and beautiful endpaper designs . These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.

  • - Spells, Charms and Rituals of Ancient Egypt
    af EA Wallis Budge
    143,95 kr.

    Explore the magic, rituals and spiritual beliefs of Ancient Egypt in this fascinating guide, written by renowned Victorian Egyptologist, Sir E. A. Wallis Budge. For ancient Egyptians, religion and magic were interconnected in a profound way. Spells, amulets, charms, magical names and potions were all ways that they connected with and honored their gods, practiced by everyone from peasants to priests. This classic work outlines the magical practices of the Egyptian people, including sections on magical ceremonies, dreams, ghosts, astrology and words of power. This illuminating study offers wonderful insight into spirituality and magic in the ancient Egyptian world.

  • - How Germany Indoctrinated a New Generation
    af Julian Flanders
    126,95 kr.

    The Hitler Youth was founded in 1922 as the youth organisation of the German Nazi Party in Germany. After Hitler became Chancellor in 1933, the organisation gained importance as a route to indoctrinating German youth with the ideals espoused by the Nazis. As war approached it became partially a paramilitary organisation and as war broke out and Germany came under greater pressure, many very young boys saw military action, fighting and dying for the country. Featuring contemporary photographs, The Hitler Youth tells the story of the origins of the movement in more innocent aims, and how its aims morphed over time to become a powerful way to disseminate Nazi ideas to an undiscerning audience.

  • - Tales of the Gods and Goddesses
    af EA Wallis Budge
    213,95 kr.

    This luxurious edition contains a range of fascinating stories from the world of Ancient Egyptian mythology. Egyptian mythology is rife with intrigue, wonder and excitement as the gods. Telling of creation, divine struggles between Osiris, Isis, Horus and Set, the journey of the sun as day passes turns to night and the nature of the afterlife and the underworld, these legends were woven through the civilization known for the pharaohs and the pyramids. This collection includes such tales as: . The creation of the world by the sun god Ra . The murder of Osiris by his brother Set>Written in accessible style, for everyone to enjoy, this gift edition with gold foil accents, stenciled page edges and beautifully illustrated endpapers will be a welcome gift for anyone interested in Egyptian mythology. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Collectible Myth and Legends series contain luxurious gold embossed gift editions of classic myth and legends from around the world, featuring full-color endpaper designs, ivory pages and striking stencilled page edges.

  • - Includes 52 Cards and a 128-Page Illustrated Book
    af Sahar Huneidi-Palmer
    215,95 kr.

    Unlock the mystical power of numbers in this beautifully presented numerology book and card deck. The mystical significance of numbers has been studied since ancient times, from Pythagoras's mathematics to Babylonian divination. Renowned life coach and psychic healer Sahar Huneidi-Palmer traces the history of this intriguing subject and how to harness the power of numbers your everyday life. Discover your life-path number, your name numerology, and other significant numbers, and - using the 52-card deck included - let their numerological energy guide your important decisions. Enjoy a deeper look into how your life has been affected by the numbers around you - including your relationships, career and talents - and employ the blessings of numbers in everything from the house you live in to the car you drive. Includes: - The Vibrations of Numbers - Numerological Interpretations - Life-Path Cycle and the Meaning of Numbers> Featuring full-color photographs and diagrams throughout, this invaluable book and card deck will deepen your understanding and appreciation of this timeless tool for self-discovery. ABOUT THE SERIES: Sirius Oracle Kits contain everything you need to get started in a spiritual practice. Each kit includes practical guidebook alongside the equipment you need, from tarot cards to pendulums and I Ching coins, presented in a sleek lidded box.

  • af Eric Saunders
    145,95 kr.

    This wonderful collection of crossword puzzles is presented in an easy-to-read large-print type so that you can boost your general knowledge and test your skills, but not your eyes, as you attempt to complete them all. - EXPAND YOUR KNOWLEDGE: This crossword collection contains a raft of intriguing questions that will ensure you pick up useful knowledge as you go along. - LARGE PRINT: Put your reading glasses away! This large-print book allows you to puzzle away without straining your eyes. - EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Give your mind a great workout as you pit your wits against these general knowledge teasers.- REDUCE STRESS: Feel your stress melt away as you focus on these satisfying puzzles.

  • af Eric Saunders
    133,95 kr.

    Sudokus are the ever-popular number placement puzzles that give your brain a workout. Across four different levels of difficulty, and presented in an easy-to-read large-print type this collection is sure to keep you entertained for hours. Work your way through and see your skills improve, or jump in at a level that suits you. And should you get stuck, all solutions can be found at the back. - LARGE PRINT: Put your reading glasses away! This large-print book allows you to puzzle away without straining your eyes. - EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Give your mind a great workout as you pit your wits against these number-placement teasers.- REDUCE STRESS: Feel your stress melt away as you focus on these satisfying puzzles.

  • - Drawings from the Royal Collection
    af Tansy Willow
    147,95 kr.

    Enjoy in the rich beauty of the natural world with this delightful coloring book, with artworks based on the classic botanical illustrations by 17th century artist Alexander Marshal, published in association with The Royal Collection. For Alexander Marshal (c.1620-82), the cultivation of rare plants was essential to the study of the natural world. His interest was stimulated by specimens imported to England from the Near East and the New World in the 17th century. Marshal was not a professional artist, but his florilegium - the only English flower book to survive from the period - contains some of the most beautiful plant studies in botanical art. The 44 illustrations in this coloring book are from Marshal's florilegium, taken from the archives at The Royal Collection. These full-color plates are shown beside black and white versions to fill with color. Features: - Thick, high-quality paper to prevent bleed-through- A key of full-color, thumbnail images to preview the designs>ABOUT THE SERIES: The Sirius Classic Nature Coloring series includes archival illustrations by some of history's most acclaimed naturalists, including Audubon, Pierre-Joseph Redoute and William Lizars. These original full-color illustrations are presented beside the black and white designs for reference and inspiration.

  •  
    194,95 kr.

    This captivating collection brings together some of the greatest retellings of Irish stories that have survived generations. From the fearsome giant Fin MacCool and the mighty warrior Cuchulain to magical fairies and mythical creatures, the stories in this book will enthral and entertain. The tales included have been penned by some of the greatest writers on Irish folklore and legend, ranging from Lady Wilde, Jeremiah Curtin, Joseph Jacobs and James Stephens. Filled with stirring adventures, heroic deeds and enchanting beings, this volume of Irish myths and legends celebrates the tradition of storytelling so treasured by the people of the Emerald Isle. Written in accessible style, for everyone to enjoy, this gift edition with gold foil accents, stencilled page edges and beautifully illustrated endpapers will be a welcome gift for anyone interested in Irish mythology. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Collectible Myth and Legends series contain luxurious gold embossed gift editions of classic myth and legends from around the world, featuring full-color endpaper designs, ivory pages and striking stencilled page edges.

  • af Eric Saunders
    100,95 kr.

    This excellent collection of mini crossword puzzles is the perfect choice for puzzling on the go. With smaller grids that can be completed in half the time, you'll get the satisfying buzz of completing a puzzle when you only have a small amount of time to spare. In a compact package that is easy to pop into a bag or pocket, you can put your general knowledge to the test, wherever you are! - EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Keep your mind alert and put your vocabulary to the test with these trivia teasers.- REDUCE STRESS: Feel your stress melt away as you focus on these satisfying puzzles.- POCKET-SIZED: This handy layout is perfect for carrying on your travels or just to keep by your bedside. ABOUT THE SERIES Mini Puzzles are perfect for entertainment on the go, when you only have a few minutes to spare! With smaller grid sizes, you'll get the same sense of achievement from solving them in half the time.

  • af Eric Saunders
    100,95 kr.

    This excellent collection of mini wordsearch puzzles is the perfect choice for puzzling on the go. With smaller grids that can be completed in half the time, you'll get the satisfying buzz of completing a puzzle when you only have a small amount of time to spare. In a compact package that is easy to pop into a bag or pocket, you can put your general knowledge to the test, wherever you are! - EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Keep your mind sharp as you seek the cleverly hidden words.- REDUCE STRESS: Feel your stress melt away as you focus on these satisfying puzzles.- POCKET-SIZED: This handy small package is perfect for taking on your travels or just to keep by your bedside. ABOUT THE SERIES Mini Puzzles are perfect for entertainment on the go, when you only have a few minutes to spare! With smaller grid sizes, you'll get the same sense of achievement from solving them in half the time.

  • af John Finlay
    178,95 kr.

    This highly-visual, full-color hardback provides a rich and accessible overview of art history, perfect for students and enthusiasts alike. Written by expert art historian John Finlay, Art History 101 is presented in an attractive hardback format in full-color, featuring iconic works of art through the ages. With timelines, feature spreads and information boxes, readers will quickly get to grips with the fundamentals of art and its fascinating evolution across history. Learn to distinguish Impressionism from Post-Impressionism, analyze a painting's brush strokes, discover the influences of Pablo Picasso and much more. - 'Ways of Seeing': Introduction to the Visual Analysis of the Arts - The Italian Renaissance - Seventeenth-Century Spanish Art: The Golden Age - Theory of Art: The Fundamentals of Modern Art Theory> ABOUT THE SERIES: Knowledge 101 brings together highly visual, hardback introductions to many intriguing disciplines, featuring reader-friendly text, spectacular images, and informative diagrams to make the learning experience easier than ever.

  • af David Baker
    178,95 kr.

    Written by former NASA engineer Dr David Baker, this highly-visual hardback guide provides a rich overview of electrical and mechanical engineering, perfect for students and enthusiasts alike. Covering Newtonian mechanics, nuclear engineering, artificial intelligence, 3D printing and more, this essential guide brings clarity to complex ideas. Inside you will discover the history of this far-reaching subject as well as the new developments and challenges of the future. The accessible text is accompanied by helpful diagrams, photographs, further reading, and easily digestible features, making getting to grips with the subject as easy as possible. By the time you finish reading this book, you will be able to answer questions such as: - How do materials affect function?- What is reliability?- How did we get to the Moon?> ABOUT THE SERIES: Knowledge 101 brings together highly visual, hardback introductions to many intriguing disciplines, featuring reader-friendly text, spectacular images, and informative diagrams to make the learning experience easier than ever.

  • af Peter Gibson
    178,95 kr.

    This highly-visual, full-color guide is an essential overview of the history and ideas of philosophy, perfect for students and enthusiasts alike. From Enlightenment philosophy to metaphysics, and from Aristotle to Nietzsche, this hardback guide provides you with everything you need to know about the fundamentals of philosophy. Concepts are explained in accessible, jargon-free terms, with practical examples and useful diagrams. With mind maps for each chapter, definition boxes, easily digestible features on the history of philosophy and suggestions for further reading, learning philosophy has never been easier. By the time you finish reading this book, you will be able to answer questions like: . What is truth? . What can I really know? . How can I live a moral life?>ABOUT THE SERIES: Knowledge 101 brings together highly visual, hardback introductions to many intriguing disciplines, featuring reader-friendly text, spectacular images, and informative diagrams to make the learning experience easier than ever.

  • af Miyamoto Musashi
    258,95 kr.

    This handsome book and card set contains an illustrated full-color, unabridged edition of The Book of Five Rings, a 50-card deck of the text's inspirational teachings and an elegant display stand for the cards, all contained in a sleek gift box. The Book of Five Rings is a classic Japanese text by the undefeated swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. Shortly before his death in 1645, Musashi retreated to a cave to live as a hermit. There he wrote five scrolls describing the 'true principles' required for victory in the martial arts and on the battlefield. The text has gained an international reputation in the business world as a means of resolving differences and achieving success. But their delineation of the psychological strength, rigorous self-control, and practical application necessary for dealing with physical and mental conflict also has a wider relevance and can be usefully applied to all our lives. This kit includes a full-color illustrated edition of the original text of The Book of Five Rings as well as a deck of cards and display stand, featuring some of Musashi's most insightful teachings. These have been chosen for their relevance to our daily concerns and conflicts, allowing us to gain perspective and move through life with grace and power. On the back of the card you will find advice on how to apply to your own experiences. This book and card deck is perfect for anyone wanting guidance and direction from ancient wisdom which has transcended the ages. ABOUT THE SERIES: Sirius Oracle Kits contain everything you need to get started in a spiritual practice. Each kit includes practical guidebook alongside the equipment you need, from tarot cards to pendulums and I Ching coins, presented in a sleek lidded box.

  • af Aleister Crowley
    258,95 kr.

    This beautiful hardback anthology brings together the seminal works of renowned occultist, Aleister Crowley, presented with a striking gold-embossed cover design and gilded page edges. >This collection brings together his poetry, fiction, and spiritual philosophy through three of his most iconic works: Clouds Without Water; Moonchild; and The Book of the Law. Taken together, these works offer a window into Crowley's greatest literary achievements. Presented in a luxurious hardback edition with gilded page-edges, patterned endpapers and ivory paper, this is the ultimate book for fans of the famous magickian's philosophy and the world of the occult. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Mystic Archives are beautiful hardcover guides which reveal the hidden mysteries of esoteric arts, presented with foil-embossing, Wibalin binding and gilded page edges.

  • af Guy de Maupassant
    258,95 kr.

    This luxurious hardback anthology brings together 15 classic ghost stories by some of the genre's most acclaimed writers, presented in a beautiful gift edition with gilded page edges. This ghoulish collection is a perfect companion for lovers of the paranormal, featuring classic tales from Golden Age of the ghost story. Inside you will find haunted mansions, dark crypts, vengeful curses, silent specters and other supernatural delights of the genre, artfully conjured by the likes of Edgar Allan Poe, Sheridan Le Fanu and M. R. James. Stories include: - 'The Oval Portrait' by Edgar Allan Poe - 'The Wailing Well' by M. R. James - 'The Withered Arm' by Thomas Hardy - 'Afterward' by Edith Wharton - 'A Ghost' by Guy de Maupassant > This beautiful collection is presented with silver gilded page edges, ivory paper and wonderfully gothic endpaper illustrations, making it a wonderful gift for any horror lover. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibilin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.

  • af Joel Jessup
    138,95 kr.

    "There is nothing more deceptive than an obvious fact". - Sherlock Holmes, The Boscombe Valley Mystery Sherlock Holmes is in possession of a pack of cards that once belonged to his diabolical nemesis Professor Moriarty. Is his nemesis back from the dead? Or is this all an elaborate trick left behind to plague the great detective? Can you decode the secrets to find out? Join Holmes and his ever-loyal assistant Dr John Watson as you attempt to solve the over 40 intriguing mysteries. With hidden messages, mysterious conundrums, and all manner of puzzles to solve you'll need to hone your own powers of logic and deduction to solve the puzzles that wait within! These narrative puzzles are accompanied by delightful illustrations inspired by the original Sherlock Holmes tales, recreating the cosy Victorian charm that the stories are so loved for. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classic Conundrums series brings together mind-bending narrative puzzles inspired by classic figures from history and literature, from ancient antiquity to modern greats.

  • af Jennifer Crouch
    178,95 kr.

    Budding artists can master the art of figure drawing with this practical guide to drawing people, written by expert anatomical drawing educator Jennifer Crouch. Beautifully illustrated with more than 200 illustrations, Life Drawing is a comprehensive guide to creating beautiful figurative art. Sections include: - Shape and form- Tone and texture- Pose, posture and expression- The structure of hands, lower limbs, feet and the head>Whether a total beginner or looking to improve your technique, this book is the perfect reference guide for drawing people.

  • af Marion Williamson
    138,95 kr.

    Bestselling astrology author Marion Williamson reveals the secrets of your Moon sign and how to harness its strengths in this beautifully illustrated, full-color hardback guide. You may be familiar with your Sun sign - the part of your birthchart that affects your ego and the face your show to the outside world. However, your Moon signs reflects your private, intuitive self and inner desires. This insightful book gives you the tools to understand what your Moon sign means about you, including your moods, longings, fears and the motivations that guide you. If you want to know yourself well, or are compelled to understand the people around you, the Moon offers a swell of dynamic psychological insight that unlocks the door to the authentic person within. Includes: - Sun and moon combinations - What you're attracted to in others - Your fears and emotional responses> Offering uncanny insight into your inner world, this book serves a wonderful tool for self-reflection, personal growth, and harnessing the energies of the moon signs to create a fulfilling life aligned with the universe's rhythms.

  • af Emily Anderson
    258,95 kr.

    This beautifully illustrated, full-color hardback is the ultimate guide to crystal healing, with an A-Z directory of 200 crystals and how to incorporate them in your daily life. From green quartz for stress reduction, to tanzanite to improve your energy, crystals can be used in countless ways to boost your health and wellbeing. This practical guide teachers you how to use crystals in daily life. From mystical properties to shape variations and crystal grids, this is an in-depth look into this fascinating subject. With section of physical and emotional healing for yourself and other, you can master this powerful practice. Includes: - Using crystal pendulums in healing- How to make elixirs with suitable crystals- Which crystal to choose for your zodiac sign>Photographs, illustrations and diagrams are used throughout to help you identify crystals and put their uses into practice. It's the perfect companion for anyone interested in how crystal healing can improve your health and happiness.

  • af Marianne Taylor
    208,95 kr.

    Renowned natural history author, Marianne Taylor, reveals mysteries of the ancient Earth, from the origins of life to the reign of the dinosaurs and the ice age, in a fascinating 3.8 billion year history. This beautiful, full-color hardback guide explores the diversity of life on Earth in the time before humans came to dominate the planet. Learn how species rose, fell, and evolved as they adapted to a changing climate and the varied ecosystems that arose. Discover the five mass extinction events and how life rose again despite the challenges. Explore the majesty of the dinosaurs and the fascinating ancestors of the many animals that we know and love today. Includes: - Paleozoic: marine life, the first plants, coral reefs, trilobites- Mesozoic: dinosaurs and other reptiles, the first birds, the breakup of Pangaea>The text is brought to life by superb full-color photos, charts, maps and infographics to reveal the early history of the planet in all its splendor. A fascinating guide to the world which can be enjoyed by the whole family. ABOUT THE SERIES: Sirius' Discovering... series brings together spectacular hardback guides which explore the science behind our world, brought to life by eye-catching photography.