This book brings you the first, fastest, longest, largest, biggest, and best records in the world.
Track the world's longest migrations, visit the coolest place on the planet (Vostok Station, Antarctica - a chilling -89.2 C), see how plane pioneer Chuck Yeager first broke the sound barrier, and much more.
The greatest human achievements are showcased, from pioneering inventors to modern feats of engineering, technology, transport, and sport. But there's far more than just people power in this book! There are also records about animals, plants, Earth, and space.
Amazing facts pack this fantastic book of world records. It's the perfect gift book for curious kids.
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DK Imprint: Dorling Kindersley Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 228mm,
Width: 151mm,
Spine: 12mm
Weight: 415g ISBN:9780241656952 ISBN 10: 0241656958 Series:DK 1,000 Amazing Facts Pages: 176 Publication Date:20 August 2024 Recommended Age: From 9 to 12 years Audience:
General/trade
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Children/juvenile
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ELT Advanced
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English as a second language
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
