Wonders of the World

by DK

Overview

These Wonders of the World highlight astounding ancient architecture, the history of civilization, and the beauty of our planet.

Highlighting more than just the Seven Wonders of the World - the Pyramids of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria - DK Eyewitness Books: Wonders of the World showcases more than 50 architectural feats and natural treasures. From human-made landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty to record-breaking natural marvels like the River Nile, this ebook takes kids on an incredible journey around the world's most spectacular sights.

Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature - fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780744082159
Publisher:	DK
Publication date:	12/13/2022
Series:	DK Eyewitness
Sold by:	Penguin Group
Format:	eBook
Pages:	72
File size:	46 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.

DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.

Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. 

DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.

DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series.

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Table of Contents

Mount Everest 6

Mount Roraima 8

Mount Fuji 10

Old Faithful 12

The Dead Sea 14

The Grand Canyon 16

Uluru 18

The Cave of Crystals 20

Salar de Uyuni 22

The Serengeti 24

The Namib Desert 26

The Giant Forest 28

Great Barrier Reef 30

Victoria Falls 32

Lascaux Cave paintings 34

Stonehenge 36

The Nazca Lines 38

Moai statues 40

Machu Picchu 42

The Parthenon 44

Petra 46

The Great Wall of China 48

The Eiffel Tower 50

The pyramids of Giza 52

The Colosseum 54

Angkor Wat 56

The Taj Mahal 58

Neuschwanstein Castle 60

Burj Khalifa 62

Ancient wonders 64

Record, breakers 66

Human-made wonders 68

Glossary 70

Index 72