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30-Second Space Travel - 50 Key Inventions and Destinations That Have Inspired Humanity Toward the Heavens by Charles Liu
32.99 NZD
Category: Science | Series: 30 Second Ser.
From the imaginings of science-fiction writers and scientists through the ages, all the way to the Moon landings, and beyond into the realms of easy space-tourism, 30-Second Space Travel will guide you through the hows, wheres, whys, and whens of one of the most remarkable feats of human exploration. ...Show more
30-Second Theories by Paul Parsons
24.99 NZD
Category: Science | Series: 30-Second
The primary ideas of science, presented in one easy-to-understand volume.
30 Second Whisky: The 50 essential elements of producing and enjoying the world's whiskies by Charles MacLean
32.99 NZD
Category: Wine, Beer and Spirits | Series: 30 Second
The bestselling 30-Second| series takes a revolutionary approach to learning about those subjects you feel you should really understand. Each title selects a popular topic and dissects it into the 50 most significant ideas at its heart. Every idea, no matter how complex, is explained in 300 words and on ...Show more
30-second Ancient Egypt: The 50 Most Important Achievements of a Timeless Civilisation Each Explained in Half a Minute by Peter Der Manuelian
12.99 NZD
39.99 (67% off)
Category: History | Series: 30-Second | Reading Level: very good
We've all heard of pyramids, hieroglyphs and Cleopatra, but how much do you really know about ancient Egypt? Why was the Nile integral to the unification of Egypt? What is the mystery surrounding Queen Hetephere's tomb? What did the Amarna Letters reveal? What did the ancient Egyptians eat and drink? 30 ...Show more
30-second Ancient Rome: The 50 Most Important Achievements of a Timeless Civilisation Each Explained in Half a Minute by Matthew Nicholls
12.99 NZD
39.99 (67% off)
Category: History | Series: 30-Second | Reading Level: very good
You know that Rome wasn't built in a day, but just how did a cluster of small hilltop villages expand to become one of the greatest empires in history? Why did Romulus kill his brother Remus? How was a legion organized? Did people really speak Latin? What entertainment could you see at the Colosseum? An ...Show more
Ancient Greece in 30 Seconds by Cath Senker
18.99 NZD
Category: Children Non Fiction | Series: Kids 30 Second
With fast facts, mini missions, and engaging artwork, Ancient Greece in 30 Seconds is a fascinating introduction to one of the world's most influential ancient cultures. From slaves and soldiers to theatre and art, and from war and politics to clothes and jewellery, this accessible guide makes learning ...Show more
Ancient Rome in 30 Seconds by Simon Holland
16.99 NZD
Category: Children Non Fiction | Series: Children's 30 Second
With fast facts, mini missions and engaging artwork, Ancient Rome in 30 Seconds is an introduction to one of the world' s greatest ancient civilizations. Children will discover how ordinary Romans lived, what it was like to be a legionary and how the mighty Roman empire rose - and fell. Other topics cov ...Show more
Dinosaurs in 30 Seconds: 30 Fascinating Topics for Dinosaur Detectives Explained in Half a Minute by Sean Callery
18.99 NZD
Category: Children Non Fiction | Series: Children's 30 Second | Reading Level: Children's - Grade 2-3, Age 7-8
This fresh and exciting book takes young readers on a fascinating journey from the development of the first life forms on the planet to the emergence of the dinosaurs - and their eventual extinction. 30 key topics explore these fascinating creatures, how they evolved, what they ate, their social behavio ...Show more
Great Art in 30 Seconds: 30 Awesome Art Topics for Curious Kids by Wesley Robins
18.99 NZD
Category: Activity Books | Series: Kids' 30 Second
With fast facts, mini missions, and engaging artwork, Great Art in 30 Seconds takes kids on an exciting tour of some of the world's most famous art movements, artists and works of art from pre-history to the 21st century. Each topic is presented in a concise 30-second summary, supported by a 3-second fl ...Show more
Rainforests in 30 Seconds: 30 Fascinating Topics for Rainforest Fanatics Explained in Half a Minute by Stephanie Murphy
18.99 NZD
Category: Children Non Fiction | Series: Kids' 30 Second
With fast facts, mini missions, and engaging artwork, Rainforests in 30 Seconds explores the extraordinary ecosystems of the world's rain forests. Each topic is presented in a concise 30-second summary, supported by a 3-second flash soundbite and full-colour artwork. Fun, active elements for kids to mak ...Show more