Series: Factology

Factology: Ancient Egypt is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams, and statistics. Did you know that the pyramids of Giza were once covered in a white casing made of glimmering limestone that was so polished it would reflect the Sun's rays? Discover the truth about this early human civilisation: its ancient ways...

Factology: The Human Body is a fact-packed introduction to anatomy, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams, and statistics. Did you know there are more nerve cells in your body than there are stars in the Milky Way? Take a tour of the world's most incredible living machine: the human body. You're a magnificent mass of weird and wonderful cells (and smells!),...

Factology: Bugs is a fact-packed introduction to insects, presented through maps, timelines, diagrams, and statistics. Did you know that 90% of all animal species on Earth are insects? For 400 million years, bugs have thrived on Earth, and in this full-to-bursting volume, we introduce you to lots of them! From web-spinning arachnids to masters of camouflage like the stick insect,...

Factology: Dinosaurs is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics. Did you know that a Tyrannosaurus rex needed to eat the same amount each day as 80 people? Unearth a bygone world beyond imagination and come face to face with the dinosaurs that once ruled the planet. This visually stunning science...

Go back to when the Greek gods ruled the world, and the bravest heroes fought the deadliest monsters! Considered some of the oldest and most famous stories ever told, this great introduction to Greek mythology will allow you to travel to the top of Mount Olympus, the tallest mountain in Greece that served as the residence for the gods. Meet...

Factology: Ocean is a fact-filled introduction to our planet's vast ocean and its inhabitants, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams, and statistics. Did you know that a blue whale weighs about the same as 33 elephants? Get ready to find out even more fascinating facts about the ocean, its wildlife, and the history of sea exploration. This visually stunning science guide...

Factology: Robots & AI is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams, and statistics. Did you know that English engineer Professor Kevin Warwick became the world's first cyborg in 1998? Plug in and explore a dawning digital age of sophisticated robots and advanced AI. This visually stunning science guide looks at the key...

Factology: Romans is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams, and statistics. Travel through time to explore one of history's most stupendous superpowers: Ancient Rome. Did you know that a gladiator fight only ended when one of the combatants died or called for mercy? The ancient Romans were mind-bogglingly fierce, loathsome, and incredibly...

Go deep beneath the waves and meet sharks of all shapes and sizes, from the tiny dwarf lantern to the terrifying great white. Learn how they live, what they eat, the challenges they face and why all 500-plus species are worth saving. Can sharks see in the dark? Which species live for centuries? And what on Earth is a wobbegong?...

Factology: Space is a fact-packed introduction to astronomy presented in maps, timelines, diagrams, and statistics. Did you know that the planet Saturn's famous rings are made from individual ice chunks each about the size of a house? Blast through Earth's atmosphere on a mission to learn everything you need to know about our solar system and what lies beyond it!...

Factology: Vikings is a fact-packed introduction to the Age of the Vikings, covering their culture, mythology, battle tactics, and their lasting impact on the history of Europe. Did you know that the Vikings weren't just one people? The pillaging pirates who raided Europe's coasts came from all over Scandinavia. Many from these regions never even picked up a sword; they...

Factology: Victorians is a fact-filled introduction to the Victorian era, including the industrial revolution, major breakthroughs in medicine and the British invasion across the globe. You'll meet the buccaneering Brits who invented the modern world. Computers, telephones, trains, and the secret of life itself are among their many achievements—innovations billions of us still rely on, over 150 years later. Ruler...