DK eyewitness books

A photo essay on the world of birds examining such topics as body construction, feathers and flight, the adaptation of beaks and feet, feeding habits, courtship, nests and eggs, and bird watching.

Examines the design, construction, and uses of hand weapons and armor from a Stone Age axe to the revolvers and rifles of the Wild West.

"Dive through sunlit shallows into dark, mysterious depths and discover the wonders of the world's oceans. Meet bizarre-looking fish, see how an octopus moves, explore shipwrechs, and find out how people use and protect the oceans."--Provided by publisher.

Photographs and illustrations describe the events of World War II, from the British, French, Italian, and German pre-war preparations to the atomic bomb and defeat of Japan and the German surrender.

This museum-in-a-book uses striking full-color photographs and illustrations to expertly show the people, objects, and events on board Titanic. It also includes infographics, statistics, and timelines to reveal this maritime disaster like never before.

Describes where oil comes from, how it can be used to help the environment, and alternative methods of energy.

Provides information about oil and other petroleum products, explaining what they are and how they are used; discussing oil exploration, drilling, and refining; and looking at the problem of pollution and alternatives to oil as a fuel source.

An illustrated, scientific introduction to dinosaurs that provides information on physical characteristics, diets, and behavior; describes how paleontologists find fossils; and includes a classification chart and a time line.

Text and photographs highlight the evolutionary history of the dog family, their domestication, anatomy, behavior, and breeds.