Colorful Illustrated Encyclopedia: Chinese-English Contrast

Author: Dorling Kindersley Limited, UK
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Publication Date: 1997-01-01
Features: "The Colored Illustrated Encyclopedia" is a brand-new reference book that breaks through the traditional model of word definitions. It explains the various things around us with pleasing visuals and professional definitions. The mysteries of the natural world and the splendor of human culture are vividly presented before you through over 6,000 detailed, annotated color illustrations. From the making of a soccer ball to the surface activity of the sun, from the skeleton of an platypus to the anatomy of an elephant, from the mechanical structure of a jet engine to the interior structure of a Roman temple, a series of cross-sections and disassembly diagrams provide you with intuitive images and clear, complete concepts. The Colored Illustrated Encyclopedia covers a wide range of topics, from prehistoric Earth to physics, chemistry, art, music, and more, divided into 14 chapters and 270 entries, with over 30,000 vocabulary entries. Whether for professionals or readers of all ages, it is a reference book that combines practicality and appreciation value. The book is bilingual (Chinese-English) and includes English and Chinese indexes, making it a valuable reference for translation, English teaching, and learning.