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WORLD HISTORY          World History is a remarkable journey through the history of the human race. Anyone with a need to set history into context will welcome the highly visual approach. Its penetrating investigation into the emergence of people and the very first settlements, through ancient civilizations to the present day, will answer questions and simulate interest   Detailed maps Date panels of key interest Quick reference timelines     Price – Rs. 275/- only Number of Pages - 144 Publisher – PARRAGON, Powered by Turbo Lister

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Go back in time with First Dinosaur Encyclopedia. A delightful first reference book about dinosaurs for young paleontologists, this updated edition of First Dinosaur Encyclopedia takes readers on a journey to the prehistoric world of dinosaurs. Find out everything there is to know about T. rexes and triceratops, see different dinosaur habitats, learn amazing facts, and get close to modern-day fossils. Children can test their dinosaur knowledge with quizzes, including a "Where in the World" map quiz that places dinosaurs in the right locations. Packed full of engaging photography and easy-to-follow text, First Dinosaur Encyclopedia brings history to life.

Leap into the fascinating world of animals! Watch animals of all kinds in action and investigate their habits and habitats in the readable, browse-able, picture-packed First Animal Encyclopedia. Children will learn all about different animal groups — including mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians, insects, and fish — and meet amazing creatures in all sizes, shapes, and colors. Clear, vibrant photographs bring it all to life in the pages of this delightful first reference book for kids.

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First published in 1992 and now available in paperback, an illustrated reference to plants and animals which is organised according to different environments and depicts how different ecosystems interact. Part of the ENCYCLOPEDIAS series, illustrated in full colour.

Click on the image below to get zoomed view of the item Parragon encyclopedia of world history An introduction to the amazing history of the world with Encyclopedia of World History from Parragon. Description Open up the door to the enchanting world of spectacular history of our world for your kids with the Parragon Encyclopedia of World History. An updated early encyclopedia for kids that's filled with facts, photographs and amazing new artwork for capturing the interest at the very first look. Eye-catching lenticular and pantone cover finish make this book an interesting collectible. Product Story You may have watched the mummies

Click on the image below to get zoomed view of the item Parragon encyclopedia of world history An introduction to the amazing history of the world with Encyclopedia of World History from Parragon. Description Open up the door to the enchanting world of spectacular history of our world for your kids with the Parragon Encyclopedia of World History. An updated early encyclopedia for kids that's filled with facts, photographs and amazing new artwork for capturing the interest at the very first look. Eye-catching lenticular and pantone cover finish make this book an interesting collectible. Product Story The Parragon range of books is the ideal source of knowledge for your kids, especially when Parents want to build a strong cognitive base and nurture development that is balanced and all encompassing. These literary companions will continue to enlighten your children with their fun filled and joyous activities and at the same time ensure that learning never stops! Whats Included It includes 1 Book. Use and Care Additional Information Seller SKU: Book Age: 8 years + Grade: 2+ Language: English Binding: HARDBACK

Encyclopedia on World Drama First Edition. This is the first Encyclopedia in Indian Languages. Forwarded by Dr. Vayala Vasudevan Pillai. Former Director School of Drama.

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This is a full-color global guide to world coinage, from its origins in the 7th century BC to the present day, featuring coins and collectables for 200 countries. It provides an expert guide to understanding the value and identity of coins, with insights into dates, metals, denominations, shapes, mintmarks, and portraits. This thorough introduction details the history of coin production around the world, from the origins of coinage in the seventh century BC, to its subsequent development by Alexander the Great, Cleopatra and Napoleon, through to its role in today's society. It includes over 3000 life-size colour images of wonderful coins, including the boat-shaped issues of ancient Byzantium, the bronze tokens of the Chinese dynasties, the emergency World War One issues, the Vatican coins, and many more. This is the definitive illustrated reference to the world's greatest coins and a professional guide to building a spectacular collection, featuring over 3000 color images. This is the ultimate expert guide to coins and coin collecting. This is an in-depth introduction to the origins, anatomy and usage of coins looks at the birth of the world's first currencies. Practical advice on evaluating grade and condition that will enable the amateur to gauge the value of their latest acquisitions, and step-by-step techniques show how to restore and preserve coins of all ages. The fully-illustrated country-by-country directory contains concise and lively histories of modern-day territories and ancient regimes, plus engrossing stories of some of the most remarkable coins in existence.

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Harnessing the power of poetry, Nancie Atwell's "Naming the World: A Year of Poems and Lessons" empowers adolescents to make sense of their personal place in the world while honing their critical reading and writing skills. "Naming the World"'s 200+ poems and accompanying five-to-ten-minute lessons are used by Nancie every day to jumpstart her reading and writing workshops. Poetry is the foundation upon which her students build excellences as writers in every genre. This is your chance to make the first few minutes of your Language Arts class really count! The 200+ Poems: are compiled from contemporary poets were nominated by Nancie's students as their favorites speak to adolescent interests and issues include poems by Nancie's kids to teach and inspire yours. The 150 Lessons: are used daily by Nancie to jumpstart her reading-writing workshop apply a range of interactive and independent learning strategies present the language Nancie uses with her students.

The World Cup Competition 1930 - 2002 is a complete Encyclopaedia of World Cup history. It contains 17 sections covering the history of every competition ever played together with a further 72 sections detailing the history of every country ever to have participated in the finals of every competition. It shows details of every match ever played since 1930; including the full team sheets, all half time, full time and extra time scores including the results of every penalty shoot-out used since 1982 to decide the results of drawn matches in the later stages of each competition. Details of all substitutes used since they were first allowed in 1970, together with all all goal scorers. The book also slows all the league tables from the preliminary rounds of every competition. The book contains separate sections showing the complete history of every country that has ever participated in the finals of every competition. It also shows the achievements of every player (4008 players) who have ever participated, detailing every match that they ever appeared in, including every goal ever scored by them. It also, unlike any other book on the market gives the history of every goal-keeper, showing every goal ever conceded by them. There are also separate sections showing: 1. Complete records at a glance 2. Leading goal scorers 3. All scorers of own goals 4. Scorers in penalty shoot-outs 5. All match venues 6. Achievement league tables

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A perfect starting point for young readers. The First Encyclopedia is an ideal first reference book for young minds eager to learn about the world around them, and an engaging way to encourage exploration and self-guided learning. With captivating full-color photographs and easy-to-read text, the book covers topics including history, geography, animals, plants, people, science, and space — and makes the perfect springboard for further investigation.

INDIA’S CULTURE TO WORLD THOUGHT AND CULTURE Edited by Lokesh Chandra, Devendra Swarup, Swarajya Prakash Gupta and Sitaram Goel. Published by Vivekananda Rock Memoruial Committee, Triplicane, Madras. FIRST EDITION . (Only published). Contents: Arnold Tonybee on Ramakrishna; Ganesa beyond the Indian frontiers by M K Dhavalikar; Religion-cultural emissaries from India by M D Khare; Sanskrit Niti literature

INDIA’S CULTURE TO WORLD THOUGHT AND CULTURE Edited by Lokesh Chandra, Devendra Swarup, Swarajya Prakash Gupta and Sitaram Goel. Published by Vivekananda Rock Memoruial Committee, Triplicane, Madras. FIRST EDITION 1970. (Only 10,000 published). Contents: Arnold Tonybee on Ramakrishna; Ganesa beyond the Indian frontiers by M K Dhavalikar; Religion-cultural emissaries from India by M D Khare; Sanskrit Niti literature

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This is the first Encyclopedia on World Drama in Indian languages. Forwarded by Dr. Vayala Vasudevan Pillai(fomer Director- School of Drama trichoor).

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Noh drama has long fascinated Westerners by its poetic excellence and its dramatic power. To the student of medieval Japanese culture, however, noh writings, especially dramaturgical treatises, are also of immense value as "monuments" of culture. To uncover the larger patterns of cultural discourse in these theoretical works, Arthur Thornhill presents the first major study in English of the dramaturgical treatises of Komparu Zenchiku (1405-1468?), son-in-law and pupil of the illustrious Zeami and a pivotal figure in the history of Japanese noh drama. The book begins with annotated translations of two of Zenchiku's most important treatises, which delineate a system of seven symbolic categories called "six circles and one dewdrop." Especially significant are two commentaries appended to the first treatise and composed by the Buddhist prelate Shigyoku (1383-1463) and Ichijo Kaneyoshi (1402-1481), the renowned court official and scholar of native literature and the Chinese classics. Together Zenchiku's symbolic system and the two commentaries reveal a microcosm of the intellectual and cultural dialogue among the dominant creeds of the Muromachi period--Buddhism, Confucianism, and Shinto.