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Firefly's World of Facts » (Third Edition)
Authors: Russell Ash
ISBN-13: 9781554074990, ISBN-10: 1554074991
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Firefly Books, Limited
Date Published: September 2009
Edition: Third Edition
Author Biography: Russell Ash
Russell Ash has written or contributed to more than 100 reference books, and is the author of the highly popular annual, The Top 10 of Everything.
Book Synopsis
A well-illustrated and well-organized compendium of facts and trivia. Organized by subject, it includes lists, rankings, facts and more compiled to entertain as well as inform. Indexed. The second edition is fully updated.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction
About This Book
Time
The Story of Time
Time Periods
The Calendar
Space
The Universe
The Solar System 1
The Solar System 2
Astronomy
Space Exploration
Astronauts
Planet Earth
Rocks and Minerals
Land Features
Rivers and Lakes
The World's Oceans
Climate
Weather
Natural Disasters
Life Sciences
Trees and Plants
Animal Kingdom
Mammals
Sea Life
Flying Animals
Insects and Spiders
Reptiles and Amphibians
Man and Beast
Pet Power
Endangered and Extinct
Environmental Concerns
Garbage and Recycling
Science and Technology
Science
The Elements
Inventions
Mathematics
Weights and Measures
Computers and the Internet
Telecommunications
Human Body
Human Body
Body Facts and Records
Health and Medicine
Food and Drink
World History
Historical Ages
Historical Events
World Civilizations and Empires
Rulers and Leaders
World Politics
Countries of the World
World Map
Countries of the World
Cities of the World
North and Central America
Central andSouth America
Europe
Africa
Asia
Australasia
People
Names
Families and Relationships
People Who Changed the World
Exploration and Endeavor
Celebrities
Kids World
Beliefs and Ideas
Ancient Religions
World Religions
Sacred Texts
Christianity
Festivals
Myths and Legends
Predictions and Prophecies
The Unexplained
Conflict and Crime
Weapons and Forces
Wars and Battles
The Law
Crime
Work and Home
Around the House
Toys and Games
Work and Wealth
Energy
Buildings and Structures
Building Styles
Great Buildings
Skyscrapers
Bridges and Tunnels
Wonders of the World
Transportation and Travel
Water Transportation
Land Transportation
Rail Transportation
Air Transportation
Transportation Disasters
Tourism
Language and Literature
Language
Communication
Books
Authors
Children's Books
Poets and Poetry
Newspaper and Magazines
Education and the Arts
Education
Famous Artists
Museums and Monuments
Collecting
Music and Performance
World of Music
Classical Music
Popular Music
Theater
Dance
Ballet
Film, TV and Radio
Film Facts
Blockbusters
Film Winners
Animated Films
The Stars
TV and Radio
Sports
Sport Facts
Sporting Events
The Olympics
Athletics
Ball Games
Soccer and Football
Racket Sports
Combat, Strength and Target Sports
Water Sports
Wheel Sports
Winter Sports
Animal Sports
Last Lists
Dead Ends
Last of Everything
Index
Acknowledgments
Subjects
