The Book of Cold, Ice and Snow
Drawn Worlds – 1001 Outstanding International Books Exhibition
Drawn Worlds – 1001 Outstanding International Books ExhibitionA fascinating winter encyclopaedia, gathering the most unusual facts through the lenses of science, history and literature.
What did Herodotus know about snow? Who first saw a snowflake through a microscope? Why did the Titanic hit an iceberg? When was the first Christmas tree decorated? And did René Descartes believe in Santa Claus? From Arctic expeditions and drifting polar stations to myths of Hyperborea and the magic of snowflakes, winter is shown as a realm of discovery, wonder, and survival. An engaging reference and a delightfully browsable treasury for curious readers.
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Fantastic Animals All Over the World
A journey through ancient legends and surprising scientific truths. Every culture, every era has invented its monsters: mermaids luring sailors, dragons guarding treasures, phoenixes rising from the ashes. With a lively mix of folklore, history, and “latest science news” boxes, this clever non-fiction title makes the mysterious both entertaining and thought-provoking. Children discover not only what these creatures were believed…
