Welcome to a fascinating world of learning for young people! Every volume is impeccably researched and lavishly illustrated. Covering all the essential areas of human knowledge, this series is designed to help readers make sense of the fundamental questions and issues of today's world -- for example: new advances in communication, recent scientific discoveries, pollution, serious diseases, human hunger, and global conflicts. Books are produced in collaboration with specialists and secondary school teachers.-- Spectacular photographs, detailed illustrations, and current topics appeal to young readers-- Innovative approach features one subject to a spread-- Reliable, accessible information from world experts