SENIOR EDITOR: ANN KRAMER - The Dorling Kindersley Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia

London England, Dorling Kindersley, 1991. First Edition, Binding: Decorative Boards, Fine/Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall 0863186297 Hardback Comprehensive reference for home and school. 450 key entries on subjects children need to know and will want to look up. Over 1,500 additional entries on a wide range of topics. 22-page illustrated Factfinder including comparative history timecharts, geographical statistics, world population graphs, scientific classification of plants and animals as well as vital statistics on planets and space exploration. Comprehensive index of over 5,000 entries. Stimulates interest and satisfies enquiring minds. Over 3,500 full-colour illustrations including cutaway artwork, historical reconstructions, specially commissioned photography, explanatory charts and diagrams and detailed maps. Of lasting educational value. Planned, researched and written by an experienced team of authors, specialist contributors and educational advisers. A unique and indispensable addition to any home or school library. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards. Weight about 3 kilos. Very slight shelf wear to corners and top edge of D/J.