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Pears Cyclopaedia (111th Edition) Chris Cook

Pears Cyclopaedia (111th Edition) By Chris Cook

Pears Cyclopaedia (111th Edition) by Chris Cook

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Summary

This one-volume reference book contains background information, alphabetical references and articles on individual topics. The 111th edition has been substantially revised and includes special topics on ocean exploration, cult movies, Tolkien, the Afghan war and the current economic climate.

Pears Cyclopaedia (111th Edition) Summary

Pears Cyclopaedia (111th Edition) by Chris Cook

'Pears is probably the most useful all-purpose reference book there's ever been...' Amazon.co.uk '... by any standards Pears is remarkable, cramming an extraordinary wealth of fact, analysis and speculation into its 1030-odd pages.' David McKie, Guardian (2001) 'A bestseller for the home bookshelf...its coverage is impressive.' THE TIMES In this year's Pears there are special topics on ocean exploration, cult movies, Tolkein, the Afghan war and the current economic climate.

Pears Cyclopaedia (111th Edition) Reviews

'Pears is probably the most useful all-purpose reference book there's ever been...' Amazon.co.uk '... by any standards Pears is remarkable, cramming an extraordinary wealth of fact, analysis and speculation into its 1030-odd pages.' David McKie, Guardian (2001) 'A bestseller for the home bookshelf...its coverage is impressive.' THE TIMES

About Chris Cook

Dr Chris Cook is an economist and historian who has published many books for both Penguin and Longman. He lives in Wimbledon, SW19.

Table of Contents

Historical events; prominent people; background to world affairs; political compendium; money matters; the world of science; background to economic events; biblical glossary; myths and legends; ideas and beliefs; gazeteer of the world; general information; literary companion; the world of art; the world of music; the cinema; sporting companion; the environment; dictionary of computing; medical matters; atlas of the world.

Additional information

GOR003950388
9780141008714
0141008717
Pears Cyclopaedia (111th Edition) by Chris Cook
Chris Cook
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Penguin Books Ltd
2002-08-01
1056
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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