Si les progrès de la science permettent la construction de machines de plus en plus complexes, aucune d'entre elles ne surpasse le corps humain. Atlas illustré bilingue, Le Visuel du corps humain est un ouvrage de référence qui fournira à toute la famille une perspective nouvelle sur ce chef d'oeuvre technique.
Abordant avec simplicité et précision les différents systèmes et appareils du corps et validé par un comité d'experts, il constitue une ressource utile pour les étudiants, mais aussi pour toute la famille. Grâce à son imagerie hyperréaliste, Le Visuel du corps humain offre une vue d'ensemble du corps qui captivera aussi bien les petits que les grands amateurs de biologie humaine.
Un atlas familial d'un réalisme saisissant qui vous invite à découvrir les rouages et la beauté du corps humain.
Plus de 300 experts du domaine médical ont participé à la validation de cet ouvrage bilingue qui invite le lecteur à la découverte du corps humain et de la terminologie correspondante. Accessible d'un coup d'oeil, cette information est enrichie par des définitions claires et concises des termes accolés aux illustrations, par des encadrés éducatifs surprenants, ainsi que par des textes d'introduction présentant les 14 thèmes abordés.
Ce nouveau membre de la famille du Visuel, à la présentation graphique exceptionnelle et à l'organisation thématique rigoureuse, constitue une référence complète et attrayante, indispensable pour quiconque désire découvrir et comprendre le corps humain, acquérir le vocabulaire associé à celui-ci ou simplement savourer les splendides illustrations qui dévoilent ce que la peau masque habituellement au regard.
What can the Siberian tiger, the army ant, the white pelican, the blue whale and the koala bear possibly have in common? Not their size or strength, of course, but their need for food. And whether they are herbivores, insectivores, carnivores or omnivores, animals are very imaginative when it comes to filling their stomachs! Come see what's on their menus and discover the tricks, secrets, alliances and bold maneuvers they use to catch their prey.
Take a look inside Professor Genius' Scrapbook of Music. This book covers the entire history of musical expression, from
prehistoric times right up until today, from the very first sounds to the MP3 player.
For all curious readers, the Knowledge Guides open the door to a world of complex and captivating phenomena.
Accurate, detailed visual information is all defined in lay language to make it readily accessible to the non-expert. Definitions to scientific terms are given either in the explanation itself, or in the comprehensive glossary.
The Visual Dictionary of House and Do-It-Yourself explores a house's structure,
components and furniture, as well as carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electricity and painting tools for common construction or repair work.
Convenient and affordable, this book is the perfect tool to familiarize yourself with your house!
The Visual Dictionary of Plants and Gardening brings you into the fascinating world of vegetables, from ferns to mosses, flowering plants or trees, and presents tools used to cultivate ornamental or food plants.
Convenient and affordable, this book is an ideal reference tool to get useful information on vegetables and their culture!
A little tune for some, a colorful mask for others. Plays for women only and funny-face contests for mature males. These are not part of a carnival of animals, but rather genuine means of communication. To seduce each other, alert each other to danger or invite each other over for a simple meal, animals display their silent, musical or downright noisy talents! So make yourselves comfortable. The show's about to begin!
Professor Genius invites us to discover his brand new scrapbook about the sciences. This cultured scholar shares with young readers
his knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, and physics, telling the story of these scientific domains, describing their applications in daily life, and presenting the scientists behind the breakthroughs.
The Visual Dictionary of Art and Architecture takes the reader into a fascinating journey through fine arts, graphic arts, performing arts, photography, music, crafts and classic or modern architecture.
Convenient and affordable, this book is the perfect tool to discover the exciting world of art and architecture!
Attractive, entertaining, and educational: the Visual Dictionary of the Human Body is an indispensable family reference, and a great tool to acquire vocabulary and discover the complexity of the human body.
Some species prefer to live alone, and others like company. Social animals form groups such as clans or schools and use their combined strength to fight enemies, cold or boredom. Their giant gatherings can last for a few hours, a few days or even a few years. Secret societies are revealed, explained and illustrated, to help you better understand the social lives of animals.
You will find everything you need to know about the history, rules, techniques, tactics, records, and even facilities and equipment. In addition, profiles on athletic training and psychological preparation will help you understand the quest for excellence and achievement that fascinates us all. In a single book, Sports - The Complete Visual Reference, you will find invaluable information on sports that are new to you or that you would like to know more about.
The Visual Dictionary of Human Being lets you discover the structure of the human body and its constitutive organs, and have a look to equipment used to ensure everybody's health and well-being.
Convenient and affordable, this book is the best reference tool to explore all aspects of human beings!
How do animals seduce each other? How are baby animals conceived? What do they look like when they're born? These are just some of the questions answered in the colorful and fascinating pages of this book. From the parents' first date to the arrival of the little ones, leaf through the family album of the animal world and discover the often unusual stories of some very astonishing species.
The world of plants is astoundingly diverse. Thanks to 3 billion years of evolution, there are now more than 380,000 plant species on Earth.
For all curious readers, the Knowledge Guides open the door to a world of complex and captivating phenomena.
Accurate, detailed visual information is all defined in lay language to make it readily accessible to the non-expert. Definitions to scientific terms are given either in the explanation itself, or in the comprehensive glossary.
Dinosaurs are a fascinating subject. They may be extinct, but they live on in our imagination. Young or old, we still have plenty of questions about these fascinating animals.
The human body is a truly amazing "machine." Since time began, human beings have tried to grasp how it works, what it does, why it hurts, and other mysteries.
The Visual Dictionary of Communications and Office Automation looks into information networks and mediums of the modern world, and explores electronic and computer tools of today's office.
Convenient and affordable, this book is the perfect tool to understand modern communication technologies!
The very learned Professor Genius opens the pages of his personal scrapbook on the story of life. In a unique and accessible style, this wise character presents us with the major
stages of creation, from the origins of life to modern Man.
Who hasn't dreamed about building a hidden cabin in the woods or a secret place far from prying glances? Just like humans, animals need shelter - a quiet, safe
place to call their own. Some animals are not very ambitious and are content to use the surrounding vegetation to build their cozy little nests, but others are very imaginative and use extremely complex materials. Tunnels, rocks or makeshift houses on piles - come and visit the unusual dwellings of these master builders.
