Краткое описание: The planet we live on is a remarkable place, with incredible things happening everywhere, all the time. But have you ever wondered how or why these things occur? How the Earth was created? Why flowers smell? How caves are formed? What causes earthquakes? Why animals hibernate? Or where acid rain comes from? The How It Works Book of Incredible Earth provides answers to all these questions and more as it takes you on a thrilling journey through everything you need to know about the world we live in.

Краткое описание: In this new volume of Linux Tips, Tricks, Apps & Hacks, you will find everything you need to bust open your Linux systems and start making them work the way you want them to. The free and customisable philosophy of open source software means it is perfect for anyone who wants to delve beneath the surface and start tinkering with the way things work. In this book, we’ll get started with 100 ways to master the command line so you’ll never be daunted by the terminal screen again. You’ll discover how to build your best ever servers, with increased speeds and functionality, and find out all about this year’s best distros and which free software to use with them.

Краткое описание: All About History is the stunningly realized new magazine from the makers of How It Works and All About Space. Featuring beautiful illustrations, photos and graphics depicting everything from ancient civilizations to the Cold War, All About History is accessible and entertaining to all and makes history fun for the whole family.

Краткое описание: The Photoshop Creative brand stands for creativity, inspiration, clarity and accuracy. Since 2005 it has been the first choice for aspiring Photoshop prosumers who want in-depth, step-by-step tutorials for Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Elements. Now a worldwide brand encompassing bookazines, DVDs, eBooks, websites and mobile apps, Photoshop Creative remains the number one source of trusted Photoshop tips and advice.

Краткое описание: Running is an obvious choice when looking for ways to get fit and lose weight, or you just want a new hobby. After all, it’s cheap to take up, requires minimal kit and burns calories fast. However, it can be daunting when you are first starting out, which is where this book comes in. Here, we have compiled all of the essential advice that you need to know to start running today. We look at everything from nutrition and hydration to what to wear, as well as how to train properly, the best ways to prevent injury, why you should enter a race and losing weight safely.

Краткое описание: EBay is the world’s number one ecommerce platform and has revolutionised the way we buy and sell things online. It can be a tricky service to get the hang of, but with eBay The Complete Manual we’ll make sure that you’re picking up amazing online bargains and turning a profit on your own unwanted possessions in no time at all. You can even go one step further by setting up your own eBay Shop, and keep track of your bids and sales on the go with our rundown of the best eBay mobile apps. Read on and start buying and earning today!

Краткое описание: From the conquering legions of Ancient Rome to the thunderous tank battles of World War II and beyond, History of War takes you deeper inside the minds of history’s fighting men, further under the bonnets of some of the world’s most devastating war machines, and higher above the battlefield to see the broad sweep of conflict as it happened.

Краткое описание: The human body is truly an amazing thing. Capable of awe-inspiring feats of speed and agility, while being mind-blowing in complexity, our bodies are unmatched by any other species on Earth. In this newly revised edition of the Book of the Human Body, we explore our amazing anatomy in fine detail before delving into the intricacies of the complex processes, functions and systems that keep us going. We also explain the weirdest and most wonderful bodily phenomena, from blushing to hiccuping, cramps to blisters.

Краткое описание: The iPhone 6 is the complete mobile device. From making calls and editing photos, to browsing the web and downloading music, Apple’s game changing smartphone is both your ultimate business sidekick and complete source of entertainment. In this book, we take you through every step of using your iPhone, including how to set up your device, the common gestures you’ll need to know, and the apps that open up a world of possibilities.

Краткое описание: From editor: “Animals never cease to amaze me. From their bizarre behaviours and incredible abilities, to the way they change their bodies and adapt to different environments. In this issue of World of Animals, we explore just some of the reasons why animals fascinate us. We take a look at some amazing animal transformations and find out how the strangest looking caterpillars develop into some of the most beautiful moths and butterflies”.