David Pickering Books

'History of the World' shows how our common international history has evolved over thousands of years. Beginning with the evolution of the earth and the appearance of the first modern humans 40,000 years ago, the book charts the course of human history up to the present day. With equal treatment given to the five continents, this book is truly international in scope. Special attention has been paid to those parts of the world - notably South America and Oceania - whose history is often neglected. From this unique vantage point, 'History of the World' explores the common threads of history that link the world's peoples, and the contrasts.

Offers a range of synonyms for a various words in A-Z order - ranging from the everyday to the comparatively obscure. This book is suitable for those who are stuck for precisely the right word or phrase, whatever the occasion.

Stunning photography introduces young LEGO fans to the wonderful world of model making with LEGOs, featuring life-size sculptures of dinosaurs, monuments, buildings, and more. 50,000 first printing.

Offers a selection of synonyms for a host of words, ranging from the everyday to the comparatively esoteric and from standard vocabulary to contemporary slang and jargon.

An A-Z guide to the origins and meaning of superstitions. Find a wealth of fascinating facts and a number of fun "spells" to try -- including a rhyme to say to the new moon for revealing the identity of your true love. For those who believe in "breaking a leg", or for anyone interested in folklore and popular culture, this is sure to be an entertaining read as well as an invaluable reference.

Have you heard the one about the man who walked into a bar? This book is a useful reading for those searching for the perfect joke.

Of all the decisions a new parent makes, choosing that special name is the most significant and the most rewarding. Suitable for prospective parents, this easy-to-use A-Z guide gives you suggestions for picking the perfect name for your new arrival.

It's two books in one, with over 200,000 entries -- and that saves time and trouble! This combination of dictionary and thesaurus brings you right to the word you need. Because the synonyms are linked to definitions, it's less likely you'll choose one that doesn't convey exactly the right meaning. Of course, it also does everything you'd expect a regular dictionary to do -- detail grammar, highlight slang, suggest antonyms, and give pronunciation guidelines.

Offering a way to learn about the Bible, this book guides children through the stories and events of biblical times. It challenges the reader's knowledge with spreads devoted to such subjects as the exodus, the prophets, and the life and times of Jesus. Answers are grouped together in an end-section, which also gives the background to the questions and additional information.

A reference guide to over 40,000 abbreviations from all parts of the English-speaking world as well as some of the common ones from other languages