The Puffin Factfinder

The Puffin Factfinder

Author: Derek O’Brien

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2011-12-15

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 8184758782

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Who was the first man to play golf on the moon? What was the name of the poet known as ‘The Parrot of India’? Where would you weigh less—Equator or the North Pole? Asia’s best-known quizmaster Derek O’Brien brings this ultimate reference book for students and inquisitive minds. Exhaustive and comprehensive, The Puffin Factfinder gives relevant information on everything you wanted to know. This handy book provides reliable and interesting information on a varied range of subjects, including history, geography, politics, science, literature, music, mathematics and more. Here’s your chance to get a lowdown on anything from historical anecdotes to global warming, the solar system to social networking. Comprising facts, figures, statistics and intriguing trivia, this indispensible reference book is ideal for schools, libraries and any quiz or trivia junkie.


A History and Dictionary of British Flower Painters, 1650-1950

A History and Dictionary of British Flower Painters, 1650-1950

Author: Josephine Walpole

Publisher: Antique Collectors Club Dist

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13:

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The Dictionary gives the biographical details of hundreds of British flower painters from 1650-1950 including their specialities, awards, exhibitions and bibliographical details. The work of many is illustrated in black and white.


The Penguin Factfinder

The Penguin Factfinder

Author: David Crystal

Publisher: Penguin Group

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 962

ISBN-13:

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The Penguin Factfinderis the most comprehensive and authoritative general feactbook available, now fully revised and updated for its second edition. With sections ranging from art and culture to sports and games, it is a goldmine of facts, figures and statistics on every conceivable subject, backed up by maps, diagrams and an indispensable index to help you track down quickly the information you need. Whether you want to find the population of Guatemala, the most recent Oscar winners, all the Olympic champions, the most popular children's names or the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, this is the essential resource for browsers, crossword addicts and anyone who needs to check facts at home or at work.


The New Penguin Factfinder

The New Penguin Factfinder

Author: David Crystal

Publisher: Penguin Group

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 970

ISBN-13:

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The New Penguin Factfinderis the most comprehensive, authoritative, and up-to-date general factbook available. Organized in thematic sections that cover topics as diverse as science and technology, sports and culture, and religion and mythology, this invaluable volume is a goldmine of facts, figures, and statistics. Backed by maps, diagrams, and a full index, The New Penguin Factfinderexplores facts and figures on every conceivable topic of current interest, from world climates to musical notation. Whether you are seeking to establish the precise population of Guatemala, the chemical symbol for radium, or a list of Olympic Games medallists, this is the essential source of information.


The Hutchinson Factfinder

The Hutchinson Factfinder

Author: Brian Hutchinson

Publisher: Webster's New World

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 702

ISBN-13:

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Presents information on science, technology, history, religion, the arts, sports, the countries of the world, and other subjects.