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World Heritage

The World Heritage series introduces 78 of the 878 World Heritage sites. Each book focuses on one or more of the ten criteria used to select sites, including important ecosystems, human masterpieces, and living traditions, events or ideas. Each site is profiled over two pages, focusing on the site’s heritage value and issues of protection.

World History

The study of history is much more than memorizing names and dates. It's the exploration of exciting stories of discovery, adventure, and conflict that shaped the world we live in today. Readers uncover these stories as they learn about a variety of historical events and eras. Through well-researched main texts, detailed Side Bars, primary source images, and comprehensive timelines, they gain a deeper understanding of the causes and effects of major historical moments, including World War I, the

World Mythology

Mythological tales can be found in cultures around the world. Although the characters and storylines differ from one culture to the next, they have a shared purpose: to explain the unexplainable and to reinforce cultural values. Each book gives readers insight into a different culture by way of the stories that have followed that culture’s development through time.

World of Art

This series introduces students to some of the most popular art forms. The books do this by exploring early development the art form and the innovators who made that happen; important changes over time in tools, techniques, and styles; the contemporary art form and influential contemporary artists; and new directions.

World of Drones

No longer just a toy or tool of war, drones are fast becoming another in a long line of life-changing technologies. This series examines the expanding use of drones for various purposes; the benefits, challenges, and concerns resulting from these uses; and where ongoing develops are leading. All books feature real-world examples, fully-documented quotes, and clear, thoughtful narrative.

World of Endangered Animals, The (Facts at Your Fingertips)

These comprehensive reference titles provide a revealing look at endangered species around the world. An ideal report-writing resource, each featured animal is discussed in detail and includes a map of where they live along with data panels with specifics such as their population, endangered status, habitat, diet, breeding, and much more. The books discuss the categories of threat and how they apply to endangered animals, and share information about worldwide conservation organizations.

World of Islam

World of Video Games, The

The World of Video Games explores the many topics and controversies in the video game industry. Readers will learn about such topics as the history of video games, breakthrough technologies, and the rising popularity of E-Sports. They will understand how video games affect both individual people and society. The books look ahead to the future, charting the likely paths of the video game industry.

World of Wheels, A

World Today, The

Young People today are often interested and concerned by the big topical issues that dominate the news today. This exciting new series looks at some of these big issues, giving the reader the background information to understand them.