Williams, Brian

Charts, diagrams, illustrations, maps, and text present facts and figures about the countries and peoples of today's world.

Describes heroic missions throughout history involving special forces, such as Navy SEALS, British SAS soldiers, and Confederate raiders.

Describes important events from the late 18th century to the present day in Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Curiosities and wonders about planet Earth, including its formation, history, physical features, climate, volcanoes, earthquakes, deserts, ice caps, pollution, oceans, atmosphere, vegetation, and resources.

Describes several "famous" moments in innovation and then examines the automobile's evolution towards the future, from electric cars to robotic machines. Includes biographies, fact boxes, timelines.

Presents an overview of Tutankhamen's life as well as his influence on history and the world.

A first encyclopedia containing over 500 brief entries, illustrations, and maps.

An introduction to the geography, government, economy, culture, and people of Canada.

Highlights undersea exploration, marine animals, sunken treasures, and food from the sea.