Erased. Ignored. Hidden. Lost. Underappreciated. No longer. Delve into the unique, inspiring, and world-changing history of Black people.

Black leaders, writers, civil rights activists, scientists, and more have influenced, inspired, and changed the societies we live in. This history book’s pages are filled with the stories of these historical giants and their contributions to the world.

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This children’s book, prefaced by Mireille Harper, introduces children to prominent Black people in history such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Nelson Mandela, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King. The timelines have been individually commissioned, with the stunning visual designs reflecting the essence of that particular historical person.

This visual reflection from DK Books will compel children to investigate further and understand world history and the important roles Black people played in shaping it:

• Features an equal number of timelines about women and men
• Explores the amazing stories of incredible figures often ignored by European-focused history
• Covers key moments in European, Caribbean, North American and African history, taking readers from pre-colonial Africa through the Jim Crow Era and the Civil Rights Movement to today’s Black Lives Matter movement
• Created, designed, written, and edited by a multicultural team from many different nations, heritages, communities, faiths, and no faiths

From Mansa Musa to Barack Obama; learn about more than 100 Black leaders and historical individuals, and discover the 30 timelines from throughout world history in this compelling children’s Black history book. Learn about Lewis Latimer and his integral contributions to the lightbulb, of how Ethiopia avoided colonisation thanks to its brave queen, and many more important moments in world and Black history.

Pages of visual representations take children, adolescents, and adults on a trip through history. Stacked with facts and visually vibrant, Timelines From Black History: Leaders, Legacies, Legends is an unforgettable and accessible hive of information on the people and the issues that have shaped Black history.

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It makes the world go round, but money can truly be an enigma. 

DK’s visual approach breaks new ground. In graphics, charts, and diagrams, How Money Works demystifies processes and answers the hundreds of financial questions we all have.

Money facilitates the billions of transactions that take place every day across the globe. Using ‘need to know’ boxes, step-by-step diagrams, and other eye-catching visuals, How Money Works shows you how this is possible. It explains economic theories, how governments raise and control money, what goes on in the stock exchange, how analysts predict where shares are heading, and many other issues. It busts jargon, explaining terms such as quantitative easing, cash flow, bonds, superannuation, and the open market.

Our forefathers may have used simple bartering to exchange goods and services, but today we depend on complicated financial instruments for pensions, life assurance, mortgages, and more. How Money Works explains how these work, as well as how to avoid on-line fraud and where to invest.

With information on the latest forms of funding and currencies such as Bitcoin, this comprehensive book will fast track you to financial literacy and getting the most from your hard-won cash.

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Explore the lives of more than 85 of the world’s most transformational and influential leaders in politics, business, religion, humanitarianism, and the military with this innovative and boldly graphic book.

Comprehensive in its scope and depth, and fully illustrated, Leaders Who Changed History profiles leaders from inspirational to insidious, those who changed the world for the better and those whose corruption left enduring scars. These figures hail from all walks of life – including political, military, religious, and business.

Combining accessible text with specially commissioned illustrated portraits in a range of bold styles, photographs, infographics, and timelines, entries explore the lives and legacies of each individual in a fresh, visual way.

Covering political masterminds and military geniuses such as Alexander the Great and Genghis Khan, great kings and queens like Elizabeth I and Catherine the Great, icons of religion and rebellion from Mohammad to the Dalai Lama to Mahatma Ghandi, and captains of industry, Leaders Who Changed History explores and explains the world-changing actions of history’s heroes and villains.

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Whether titans of industry, influential business leaders, or creators of history’s most recognizable brands, these entrepreneurs had the vision, innovation, and ruthless determination to make their marks on our society in indelible ways.

Boldly illustrated and comprehensive in its scope and depth, Entrepreneurs Who Changed History profiles more than 90 industry leaders across the world and throughout the ages – from the enterprising bankers of the medieval world and the merchants of an empire to the titans of industry and the geniuses of Silicon Valley.

Combining accessible text with specially-commissioned illustrated portraits in a range of bold artwork styles, photographs, and infographics, entries showcase each individual in a fresh, visual way. The towering personalities behind some of history’s most recognizable brands and companies – their ruthlessness, tenacity, creativity, and sheer grit – are all brought to vivid life.

Profiling the kings and queens of commerce and trade, Entrepreneurs Who Changed History features the familiar faces of Vanderbilt and Rockefeller, Ford and Ferrari, Gates and Zuckerberg, alongside lesser-known figures such as the enterprising women of colonial America, the emancipated enslaved people who became millionaires against all odds, and the individuals powering today’s emerging economies.

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The Russian-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary makes language learning accessible by using photographs to show you everyday vocabulary in context, with labels both in Russian and English.

More than 6,000 fully illustrated terms are grouped into themes, and comprehensive indexes in both languages put the perfect translation at your fingertips. The dictionary covers most aspects of everyday life in detail, from the restaurant to the gym, the home to the workplace, the weather and environment to the animal kingdom. Additional feature panels include abstract nouns and verbs, as well as useful phrases that you can use in conversation.

Russian-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary is a colorful and stimulating learning resource ideal for all levels, whether you are a student, teacher, tourist, or business traveler. Now fully updated with new text, images, and a bold look.

Series Overview: With nearly 1 million copies sold, DK’s Bilingual Visual Dictionaries series is trusted worldwide for its clear layout, detailed vocabulary, and easy-to-use organization. You can find Bilingual Visual Dictionaries covering eleven languages, including Spanish-English, French-English, and Mandarin Chinese-English.

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Newly revised and updated, the French-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary is a quick and intuitive way to learn and recall everyday words in French.

The French-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary introduces a range of useful current vocabulary in thematic order, using full-color photographs and artworks to display and label all the elements of everyday life — from the home and office to sport, music, nature, and the countries of the world — with panel features on key nouns, verbs, and useful phrases.

The French-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary features:

• A quick and intuitive way to learn and remember thousands of words.
• A complete range of illustrated objects and scenes from everyday life.
• Fast and effective learning for any situation, from home and office to shopping and dining out.
• Detailed index for instant reference.
• Handy size ideal for travel.

The illustrations in the French-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary provide a quick and intuitive route to learning a language, defining the words visually so it is easier to remember them and creating a colorful and stimulating learning resource for the foreign-language and EFL/ESL student.

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We believe in the power of discovery. That’s why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.

From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.

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Make learning Italian fun and easy with this bilingual visual dictionary. Whether you are learning the language for pleasure or for work this comprehensive dictionary is the ideal partner for you.

Italian-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary comes with more than 10,000 illustrated terms that are arranged by themes and situations, making learning easy. Whether you are out grocery shopping or find yourself in the middle of an official meeting, this handy guide will always be at your side.

The book is accompanied by a free audio app that can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play so you can learn the correct pronunciation of everyday words and phrases. Updated to reflect recent changes in technology and clothing, the Italian-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary is the perfect companion for your next trip.

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Whether you are planning to travel to Italy or just curious to learn a new language, this 15-minute language pack is the perfect tool for anyone who wants to learn Italian fast.

15 Minute Italian has 12 themed chapters, spanning a range of practical themes, from socializing to doing business. By practicing 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week you can introduce yourself, fix an appointment, order your favorite dish, ask about the nearest shopping center, and much more.

This handy volume is an ideal Italian language course for beginners and also contains a menu guide and an Italian-to-English and English-to-Italian dictionary. It also comes with a free downloadable audio app for phones that will enable you to hear words and phrases spoken by native Italian speakers.

The colorful illustrations and unique visual approach of 15 Minute Italian makes learning quick, easy, and fun.

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The perfect pocket reference for learning Arabic, make sure this helpful tool is packed when you next go on your travels.

With over 6,000 fully illustrated terms arranged by theme, getting to grips with the Arabic language has never been easier. Whether you’re traveling for business or leisure, buying food or train tickets, discussing work, or famous sights on the tourist trail, you’ll gain confidence in your new language skills with this bilingual visual dictionary by your side.

Photographs and comprehensive indexes combine to make finding the word you need a quick and easy task. The Arabic-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary also features an easy-to-use free audio app (available on the App Store and Google Play) enabling you to hear terms spoken out loud. Learn and retain all the key phrases and words you need to know and perfect your pronunciation.

DK’s bilingual visual dictionaries are truly bilingual; every section is written side by side in both languages – right from the contents to the index – meaning that this dictionary is easy to use for native speakers and learners alike. Whether you’re studying a new language in the classroom or practicing on your travels, choose a DK bilingual visual dictionary to be part of your essential kit.

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Learn how to speak fluent Arabic in an easy and fun way in just 12 weeks. This indispensable guide also comes with a free audio app for Apple and Android phones, featuring native speech that enables you to hone your pronunciation.

Whether you’re beginning from the scratch or looking to polish your existing knowledge, 15-Minute Arabic is a quick and convenient option for learning the language. This book features 12 themed chapters broken down into 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range of everyday situations to help you conduct your business or travel smoothly.

Jargon-free, straightforward instructions equip you to converse with ease, whether you’re shopping for groceries, trying to find accommodation, ordering tea at a café, or sightseeing around town.

Each lesson combines Arabic vocabulary and grammar essentials with full-color photographs for comprehensive learning. The guide also includes an English-Arabic dictionary, an extensive menu of popular Arabic dishes, and excellent “review and repeat” exercises at the end of each chapter to test yourself and track your progress.

Packed with cultural tips, neatly labelled images of everyday life objects, conversational advice, and grammar explanations, 15-Minute Arabic is the go-to book for mastering the Arabic language.

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