Oxford Children's Encyclopedia 9 Vol - Softcover

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ISBN 10: 0199112444 ISBN 13: 9780199112449

Publisher: Oxford University Press España, S.A.

Synopsis

The definitive reference work for children of 8 years and over - a must for every home, classroom and library, now revised and updated.

* Volumes 1-7 give comprehensive coverage of subjects from Aborigines to Zoos.

* The Biography volume includes the lives of 560 important people, both current and historical.

* The Index volume includes an index of over 15,000 entries, a gazetteer of the countries of the world, and a timeline of world history.

Notable updates for 2004 include:

- the 'war against terrorism', including the Afghan and Iraq wars

- the genetic revolution (cloning, GM foods, the Human Genome Project)

- technological developments such as digital photography and DVDs

- the introduction of the euro and the expansion of the EU

There are also a number of new biographical articles, including George W. Bush, Saddam Hussein and J. K. Rowling.

About this title

Review:

`Every home - and every school - should have one of these wonderful items.'
Daily Telegraph

`A magnificent 9-volume reference book that brings knowledge alive for children.'
The Guardian

`I simply cannot fault it. It is beautifully clear and has been laid out attractively and intelligently.'
Sunday Times

`an excellent investment for any school library, from primary to the early secondary years'
Books in Schools

`This updated edition is clearly set out, exciting and accessible. While essential for practising research skills, a print encyclopedia is also perfect for browsing, sparking new interests and broadening children's knowledge. Every home, classroom and library should have one.'
Sue Palmer, literacy expert

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press España, S.A.
• ISBN 10: 0199112444
• ISBN 13: 9780199112449
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 9