The Visual Dictionary of Everyday Things

by Ross George (Project Art Editor ), Johnny Pau (Designer ), Tim Fraser (Project Editor )

"The Eyewitness Visual Dictionaries differ from the Eyewitness books in that the text is longer and the vocabulary more difficult.... The photographs are outstanding.... The brief text compresses many details into a few sentences, The vocabulary is scholarly...and charts combined with the text give a clear overview of the subject[s]". -- RQ
Come explore everyday things from the inside out! This visual dictionary looks at the inner workings of objects such as bicycles, toasters, personal stereos, shoes, umbrellas, and much more. Open these pages and find:
Over 200 outstanding original photographs and graphic illustrations.
Exploded views and cutaway photographs that reveal even the tiniest parts of familiar household items.
A fascinating new kind of dictionary that can be used by the entire family.
Concise text and carefully researched definitions that are user-friendly for people of all ages.
Instant access to a 3,000-word specialist vocabulary.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction

64 pages, Hardcover

First published September 15, 1991

Reviews

[Jon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is very detailed and entertaining. It takes everyday items, and dissects them to show us every single part of an item. Very exciting!