Name: Eyewitness the Civil war (dk Eyewitness)
SKU: 54893695
Price: 19.25 EUR
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Author: DK
ISBN: 9780744062502

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Eyewitness the Civil war (dk Eyewitness)

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Physical Book

Author

Publisher

DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Language

English

Pages

Format

Paperback

Weight

0.37 kg.

ISBN13

9780744062502

Synopsis "Eyewitness the Civil war (dk Eyewitness) "

Packed with stunning photography, Eyewitness American Civil War explores the war that turned the nation against itself. Become an eyewitness to one of the most important times in US history, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the American Civil War. Children will be mesmerized by the key events of the conflict, from brutal battles to legendary commanders. This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the conflict between the North and South, of more than 50 battles, and shows both sides of the conflict in equal light. Using striking full-color photographs of paintings, artifacts and illustrations of battles, discover how tensions about slavery exploded into a war that lasted four years. Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on the American Civil War, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature.- Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statistics, and timelines.- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field. SI Eyewitness American Civil War introduces the ultimate guide to the tensions between the North and South, from brutal battles to legendary commanders. Children can learn about famous leaders, like how Abraham Lincoln became president in 1860 and why he was assassinated, discover the horror of slave life, and the Underground Railroad that helped its victims escape. This all-emcompassing guide to the civil war on the United States is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians. So, what's new? Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series! Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Travel through the solar system with Eyewitness Space, learn the incredible systems that keep your body functioning with Eyewitness Human Body or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

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DK es una editorial británica fundada en Londres en 1974 por Christopher Dorling y Peter Kindersley, reconocida mundialmente por sus libros ilustrados de alto impacto visual. Su estilo característico combina textos claros y concisos con un abundante uso de imágenes, fotografías y diagramas, lo que la convirtió en pionera dentro de la divulgación visual del conocimiento. Actualmente forma parte del grupo Penguin Random House y sus títulos se traducen a decenas de idiomas, llegando a millones de lectores en todo el mundo.

Entre sus obras más destacadas se encuentra El Libro de la Naturaleza, una enciclopedia visual que presenta miles de especies, rocas, fósiles y organismos con un enfoque riguroso y atractivo. Esta propuesta resume la esencia de DK: transformar la complejidad científica y cultural en experiencias accesibles para todo tipo de público. Su catálogo abarca ciencia, historia, viajes y cultura, siempre con la premisa de aprender a través de la imagen y la claridad.

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