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    World War II

    Part of DK Children's Visual Encyclopedias

    Author DK
    Hardcover
    $19.99 US
    DK. | DK Children
    16 per carton
    On sale Aug 04, 2015 | 9781465440273
    Age 9-12 years
    Reading Level: Lexile 1000L
    Sales rights: World
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    This comprehensive visual encyclopedia explores World War II in fascinating detail and explains why this global event must never be forgotten.

    World War II: Visual Encyclopedia shows children the causes, battles, people, and aftermath, while cutting-edge CGI technology brings infamous events back to life. Learn about weaponry, tanks, ships, aircraft, campaigns, and military strategies. Read firsthand accounts of major campaigns and battles throughout the war. Uncover hundreds of biographies of wartime leaders and brave soldiers who served on the battlefields. Find out how technological advances influenced the final outcome.

    Key information is available at a glance, alongside data boxes, facts and stats, and inspiring quotations. From the fastest fighter plane to the longest battle, you’ll discover everything you ever wanted to know, and much, much more.

    Whether you’re a history buff or simply want help on a school project, this standout reference covers every aspect of World War II and the important part it has played in world history.
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    Roosevelt_Truman Spread
    Pearl Harbor Spread
    Planes Spread
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    "[A] striking coffee-table book…The first-rate illustrations, maps, and time lines make for a good introduction for all general readers embarking on study of this war." — Library Journal

    "[A] worthy book for the shelves of the serious student of war, or for the coffee table of any reader who seeks a comprehensive history of the world's greatest conflict." — BookPage

    "This ultimate World War II guide describes each momentous episode of the conflict, while simultaneously giving an overarching view of the war intended to end all wars." — History Channel Magazine

    "This is a good quick-reference source for information on not just what happened in this great conflict but also on the causes and consequences of it as well" — Booklist

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    This comprehensive visual encyclopedia explores World War II in fascinating detail and explains why this global event must never be forgotten.

    World War II: Visual Encyclopedia shows children the causes, battles, people, and aftermath, while cutting-edge CGI technology brings infamous events back to life. Learn about weaponry, tanks, ships, aircraft, campaigns, and military strategies. Read firsthand accounts of major campaigns and battles throughout the war. Uncover hundreds of biographies of wartime leaders and brave soldiers who served on the battlefields. Find out how technological advances influenced the final outcome.

    Key information is available at a glance, alongside data boxes, facts and stats, and inspiring quotations. From the fastest fighter plane to the longest battle, you’ll discover everything you ever wanted to know, and much, much more.

    Whether you’re a history buff or simply want help on a school project, this standout reference covers every aspect of World War II and the important part it has played in world history.

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    Key Players Spread
    Roosevelt_Truman Spread
    Pearl Harbor Spread
    Planes Spread
    additional book photo
    additional book photo

    Praise

    "[A] striking coffee-table book…The first-rate illustrations, maps, and time lines make for a good introduction for all general readers embarking on study of this war." — Library Journal

    "[A] worthy book for the shelves of the serious student of war, or for the coffee table of any reader who seeks a comprehensive history of the world's greatest conflict." — BookPage

    "This ultimate World War II guide describes each momentous episode of the conflict, while simultaneously giving an overarching view of the war intended to end all wars." — History Channel Magazine

    "This is a good quick-reference source for information on not just what happened in this great conflict but also on the causes and consequences of it as well" — Booklist

    Additional formats

    • World War II
      World War II
      DK
      9780744046489
      $7.99 US
      Ebook
      DK Children
      Aug 04, 2015
    • World War II
      World War II
      DK
      9780744046489
      $7.99 US
      Ebook
      DK Children
      Aug 04, 2015

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