An incredibly valuable overview of the history of the world from prehistoric times up to the year 2000.Magnificantly illustrated with a wealth of images depicting key events and everyday life in times gone by. With hundreds of links to specially selected websites, available through Usborne Quicklinks.

A fast-track guide to learning German with clear, simple explanations for beginners or anyone wanting to improve their German. Includes a simple, comic book story to show how the language works in everyday situations. Links to useful websites and free downloadable German picture puzzles via the Usborne Quicklinks Website.

Who lived in the Forbidden City? When was the World Wide Web invented and who were the Aztecs? This bright and lively reference book covers all the major subjects of world history. Attractively illustrated with photographs, maps, diagrams and artwork illustrations. Includes links to recommended websites to find out more and free downloadable pictures via the Usborne Quicklinks Website.

A fact-packed, beautifully illustrated, all-round introduction to the human body and how it works. Full of extraordinary photographs, detailed diagrams, stunning scans, x-rays and microscope images of the human body. Engaging text and clear, simple explanations of all the main bodily functions. Includes experiments, amazing facts, a timeline of medical history , a who's who of great scientists and internet links to recommended websites.

A fast track guide to learning French with clear, simple explanations for beginners or anyone wanting to improve their French. Includes a simple, comic book story to show how the language works in everyday situations. Links to useful websites and free downloadable French picture puzzles via the Usborne Quicklinks Website.