Have you ever wondered how a dinosaur would measure up against the Great Pyramids of Giza? If a hummingbird could outfly a jet plane? Or how many atoms could fit inside a grain of sand? Do you know how tall the tallest mountain on Earth is? Or how deep the ocean goes? Or how old the oldest tree is? These are just some of the questions explored in this extraordinary book of comparisons.
With stunning Victorian-style artwork by award-winning illustrator Page Tsou, this visual feast of a compendium will surprise and delight inquisitive minds in equal measure. Peek inside and discover a beetle that is stronger than an elephant, meet the pterosaur that was bigger than a Spitfire plane and explore the furthest reaches of the known universe.
Bursting with fully revised and updated facts and statistics, this is the perfect gift for every non-fiction fan with an interest in the wonders of our world!
A beautiful Big Picture Press gift title packed with detailed illustrations showing a vast array of fascinating comparisons Full of visual comparisons that will teach readers about geography, animals, architecture, plants and moreStrong educational content delivered in easy-to-digest chunks makes this a perfect gift for both non-fiction fans and reluctant readers alike.Fully revised and updated to give readers the very latest facts and statisticsThe artist-illustrator is fast developing an international reputation for his work and has completed commissions from clients such as Disney and YAMAHA