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Discover the secrets of the human body and find out how everything works! Understand how the body functions to help you move, hear, breathe, grow . . . and much more. Packed with facts, illustrations, infographics and photos, this is the perfect introduction to the amazing human body.

Discover the stories behind some of the most influential leaders on the planet, find out how they came to power, what they did during their time in the White House, and learn other interesting facts.

An all-encompassing introduction to the genres, musicians, instruments and musical events that have shaped the world of music. From the rock and pop of Western youth culture to the haunting sounds of traditional Mongolian throat singers, all humans in all parts of the world make music. Its harmonies affect us in a deep way and its beauty is universal. We have developed hundreds of styles of music played with all kinds of instruments, large and small....

From the icy poles to the evergreen rainforests, life has found a way to flourish in nearly every environment on Earth. This book explores the startling discoveries of new life forms in extreme environments, such as the strange worlds of the ocean depths. Whilst marvelling the world around us, it also confronts the human impact on the environment. The mounting evidence for global warming is explored and challenges us to work towards a more sustainable...

"Between the late 1950's and the early 1970's, the United States was drawn into the longest war in its history. Find out how this major conflict developed, learn about the main battles, and meet the key figures on both sides"--Back cover.