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Author: David Barraclough
Publisher: Booksales
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 134
ISBN-13: 9781555217716
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPacked with fascinating facts and figures on the ups and downs of Hollywood. Over 120 varied photographs, from studio and movie stills to press and publicity materials.
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2018-09-11
Total Pages: 192
ISBN-13: 0744057140
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhat is the world's longest-living creature? Who was the first person to reach the bottom of the ocean? Where is the longest train route? This ebook is full of amazing facts about people, animals, Earth, and space, and brings you the first, fastest, longest, largest, biggest, and best records in the world! Track the longest shark migration (20,000 km/12,400 miles); visit the coolest place on the planet (Vostok Station, Antarctica: a chilling -89.2oC/-128.6oF); see how plane pioneer Chuck Yeager first broke the sound barrier, and much more. Discover the greatest human achievements, from pioneering inventors to modern feats of engineering, transport, technology, and sport. But there's far more than just people power in this ebook, there are also records about animals, plants, and our amazing natural world. Find out all about the best of everything in Record Breakers - an entertaining and educational ebook that the whole family can enjoy.
Author: Robin Stevenson
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
Published: 2013-03-01
Total Pages: 149
ISBN-13: 1554699614
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIt's 1963, and Jack's family is still reeling from the SIDS death of his baby sister. Adrift in his own life, Jack is convinced that setting a world record will bring his father back to his senses and his mother back to life. But world events, including President Kennedy's assassination, threaten to overshadow any record Jack tries to beat—from sausage eating to face slapping. Nothing works, and Jack is about to give up when a new friend suggests a different approach that involves listening to, not breaking, records.
Author: Nick Iversen
Publisher:
Published: 1977
Total Pages: 246
ISBN-13: 9780824602086
DOWNLOAD EBOOKUses biographical sketches to present record performances which have captivated the public in such areas as politics, sports, science, entertainment, daily life, and aviation.
Author: Jon Richards
Publisher: Hungry Tomato (R)
Published: 2015-08
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 1467793825
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhat is the longest bone in your body? What's the record for throwing a washing machine? What's the record for the most books written? Find out about the most amazing human record holders--from the fastest and tallest to the most creative and richest--all in stunningly designed infographics.
Author: Steve Parker
Publisher: Record Breakers
Published: 2018-06-14
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781783123827
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMeet the animals that set world records This fun look at a menagerie of fascinating creatures features bold, kid-pleasing graphics and easy-to-grasp comparisons. They're amazing Discover the greatest record-breakers of the animal world--the tallest, largest, strongest, deadliest, fastest, and freakiest. From man-eating sharks to snakes that grow longer than buses, these extreme creatures roam the land, swim in the sea, and fly in the sky. Kids will love the fun approach, cool CGI art that really brings each animal to life, and easy-to-grasp comparisons. Reissue
Author: Jürgen Müller
Publisher: Taschen
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 652
ISBN-13: 9783822827994
DOWNLOAD EBOOKJürgen Müller's overview of the films of the 1960s has over a hundred A to Z entries that include synopses, film stills, cast and crew listings, box office figures, trivia and actor and director biographies. The book covers examples of Italian, French, German and American movies that strongly characterized the 1960s.
Author: Guinness World Records
Publisher: Guinness World Records
Published: 2017-01-10
Total Pages: 218
ISBN-13: 1910561770
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRoll out the red carpet for Guinness World Records 2017: BLOCKBUSTERS! It’s virtually exploding with the latest pop-culture records, stellar pictures, behind-the-scenes news, and definitive top 10s. Look right here to find the most-loved movie and TV stars, viral vloggers, chart-topping music, toys, books, attractions, and much, much more. It’s so on trend it deserves the “fist-bump” emoji. But don’t just take our word for what’s hot; in our exclusive Q&As, hear what it’s like to be Rey’s stunt double in Star Wars, who inspires Wimpy Kid writer, Jeff Kinney, and how YouTube stars Dude Perfect would win the Hunger Games if given the chance. You’ll also meet the people lucky enough to build LEGO® for a living – jealous much? And if all that isn’t enough, try exclusive GWR challenges to see if you can set a blockbuster-inspired record in your very own home! So whether you’re a fan of Pixar, Spotify, WWE, Pokémon, selfies, eSports, or anything else that rocks the entertainment world, this is for you!
Author: Mark Stewart
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Published: 2009-08-07
Total Pages: 50
ISBN-13: 1433944022
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEvery weekend, new movies hit local theaters. Only a select few, however, become true classics. People around the world watch these films again and again, and new generations continually discover them. From The Wizard of Oz to Lord of the Rings, this book highlights 10 of the biggest blockbusters in Hollywood history.
Author: Sheldon Hall
Publisher: Wayne State University Press
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 376
ISBN-13: 9780814330081
DOWNLOAD EBOOKConsiders the history of the American blockbuster-the large-scale, high-cost film-as it evolved from the 1890s to today.
