A completely revised and updated edition of a classic. This practical and informative volumne covers all the intriguing mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and inverterbrates that inhabit Australia. More than 100 academic scientists and science writers have contributed their knowledge to this comprehensive book.

The Great Pyramid, Shangri-La, the Sargasso Sea are just a few of the many places in the world that are shrouded in mystery. Who discovered them? Why do they evoke such feelings of awe. And did some of them ever really exist? This book not only helps to answer these questions, it also acknowledges the power of such places to fuel curiosity and fire the imagination. Six varied sections are arranged by theme, such as Monumental Wonders, Watery Worlds and Riddles and Symbols. More than 80 magnificent places are discussed in depth, with descriptions of a further 300 intriguing locations.

Divided into five parts, this detailed guide to nutrition and fitness covers food and the body, eating for good health, special diets for special needs, buying and cooking wisely, and fitness and exercise. Includes a table listing the nutritive value of foods, an index of recipes and a general index.

This new authoritative atlas is completely up-to-date, providing gloriously detailed maps and thoroughly researched information about the continents, countries, locations and geological features of every corner of the world. More than 200 pages of the clear, dynamic maps detail every feature of the globe, from the simmering hot deserts of Africa to the frozen expanse of Antarctica. A detailed profile of each continent covers a wide variety of key information, including population, total area, largest and smallest countries, highest and lowest points, longest rivers and much more. As well, snapshots of each of the world's 195 nation states include information on population, life expectancy, capital, currency and more.

Describes 2551 natural and man-made places, listed alphabetically within their regions, and keyed to a map reference. Covers national parks, nature reserves and recreation areas, geographical features such as rivers and lakes, as well as every town with a population over 500 people, and small hamlets of geographical, historical or tourist significance. Lavishly illustrated with more than 800 colour photographs and more than 170 maps. Indexed.