The Penguin Book of Facts

by David Crystal (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2004

  $4.24

  The Penguin Book of Facts is the most comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date general factbook available. Organised in thematic sections that cover topics as diverse as science and technology, sport and culture, religion and mythology, it is a goldmine of facts, figures and statistics, backed by maps, diagrams and a full index. Whether you are seeking to establish the precise population of Guatemala, the chemical symbol for radium or a list of Olympic Games medallists, this is the essential source of information.

• Used

  Paperback
  2008

  $3.28

  Penguin 's bestselling Penguin Book of Facts is the most comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date general fact book available. Organized in thematic sections that cover topics as diverse as science and technology, sport and culture, religion and mythology, it is easy to navigate and great value for money. The first edition has sold almost 15000 copies and has proved a huge hit, especially among crossword solvers, students and editors. It is an essential desk reference.