DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading
illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random
House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual,
photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces
content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60
languages, with offices in the UK, India, US,
Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.
DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of
all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital,
embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled
clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of
words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a
reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital
products.
Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK
Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport,
gardening, cookery and parenting.
DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of
information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything
from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft
activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles,
including the best-selling LEGO® books.
DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of
the Idiot's Guides series.
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"[The Big Ideas Simply Explained books] are beautifully illustrated with shadow-like cartoons that break down even the most difficult concepts so they are easier to grasp. These step-by-step diagrams are an incredibly clever learning device to include, especially for visual learners." – Examiner.com"This graphically lively presentation, which also features color reproductions, colorfully framed pull quotes, photos, and a variety of fonts, offers students an overview of the ideas and concepts generated by people who have spent their lives "wondering about the world." – School Library Journal"In The Philosophy Book, the ideas and thoughts of more than one hundred of the most influential philosophers from the ancient world through today are presented in a succinct, yet highly readable, format. From all corners of the world and from different traditions and approaches to philosophy and the art of reasoning, the contributors to this excellent book highlight the impact of each philosopher on his society and how it affected the development of subsequent ideas. Students of philosophy or those interested in human thought will thoroughly enjoy this book. This volume is an excellent addition to a general philosophy collection." – Voice of Youth Advocate/VOYA Magazine
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