Occupied City is the second novel in David Peace’s Tokyo trilogy, based on the notorious true story of the Teikoku bank massacre. As the third year of US occupation begins in 1948, a man, claiming to be a doctor, enters a downtown bank. He says he has been sent by the authorities to deal with an outbreak of dysentery. He treats those that might have been exposed to the virus with clear liquid pored into teacups. Within minutes, the bank’s employees are either dead or unconscious. The ‘doctor’ disappears with some, but not all, of the bank’s money. The biggest manhunt in Japanese history begins… ...

Help your child learn all about the ocean using the new edition of this fact-packed guide with a giant wallchart, interactive clip-art CD & dedicated website. From the craft that investigated the wreck of the Titanic to how octopuses make use of jet propulsion: let your child learn all about the secret watery world that covers much of our planet & the incredible creatures that live in its depths. They'll find out more by downloading 100s of amazing images from the clip-art CD. Then use the giant pull-out wallchart to decorate their room. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about the ocean. ...

In this lavish, large-format collection of all-new photographs by Philip Plisson, the immensely popular marine photographer widens his lens to provide a more global focus on the ocean & the humans who depend on it for survival. This magnificent volume

Includes:: nearly 200 new & unpublished images of the five oceans around the world, seen close to the surface or from the air. Featuring ten spectacular gatefolds, it will surprise & beguile the reader with breathtaking images that brilliantly illustrate the beauty, fury & sheer ecological importance of the ocean.

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This gorgeous, large-format book is filled with clever cutouts exploring the ocean, from the shoreline to the murkiest depths. This fact-filled journey is illustrated by Helene Druvert, the acclaimed creator of Paris Up, Up & Away, Mary Poppins Up, Up & Away, Anatomy & New York Melody. ...

Dive in to this breathtaking read about the world`s oceans. Explore the last wilderness left on Earth, with an enhanced & updated edition of this exhaustive guide to the underwater world. From mangrove swamp to ocean floor, mollusc to manatee, the Japanese tsunami to Hurricane Sandy, unravel the mysteries of the sea. Marvel at the oceans` power & importance to our planet
- as the birthplace of life on Earth, a crucial element of our climate, & as a vital but increasingly fragile resource for mankind. You will discover every aspect, from the geology of the sea floor & the interaction between the ocean & atmosphere, to the extraordinary diversity of marine life. Updated illustrations & satellite-derived maps & the latest scientific research explain & illuminate each natural process & phenomena. It

Includes:: an inspiring introduction by editor-in-chief Fabien Cousteau. Ocean (previous ISBN 9781405333085) captures both the beauty & scientific complexity of the ocean, making it perfect for families & students alike.


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Forty-five magnetic pieces provide kids with lots of fun--and knowledge--that they can use to fill five dramatic oversized scenes. This all-in-one playset

Includes:: fascinating information, just right for its audience, about activities in & around the ocean, marine animals, & much more! It`s the perfect travel & take-along book for young readers.

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Detailing a mysterious realm that's as vital to our existence as the air we breathe, Ocean: An Illustrated Atlas by National Geographic immerses readers in the wonders of the deep through more than 250 up-to-the-minute maps, photographs, & satellite images. Deep-sea pioneer & National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia A. Earle & marine scientist Linda K. Glover guide the adventure, in consultation with experts from NASA & the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration. Astonishing full-color photographs & diagrams reveal the beauty & complexity of ocean life. Unprecedented new full spread maps of the ocean floor-h&-drawn by expert cartographers-reveal the five major oceans in astonishing details. An unequaled resource for both education & entertainment, the Ocean atlas also explores the progress of fascinating technologies that will help scientists discover uncharted regions & life-forms. This rich informative, & timely atlas, encourages understanding of how the ocean correlates with these happenings-and how human maintenance of its waters & creatures will keep the planet going. ...

Templar`s ` Maurice Pleger`s Ocean
- Sounds of the Wild` is a wonderful creation. A truly entertaining pop-up book, ` Ocean...`
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This book explores the hidden depths of the ocean with this stunning visual encyclopedia for kids Ocean: A Children`s Encyclopedia ...

Discover 1, 000 cool stickers featuring your favourite ocean animals, like dolphins, coral, fish, sea turtles, seals & more. You`ll also find skill-building puzzles & mazes, spelling & pattern games, drawing, photos, facts, & other activities that will keep you entertained (and learning) for hours on end. National Geographic Kids Sticker Activity Books are loaded with fun. ...