Facts at Your Fingertips

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Want to know who won Wimbledon in 1982 or what is the rarest bird? How does genetic engineering work, or what were the causes of the first World War? Facts at Your Fingertips, from Reader's Digest, answers all these questions in an instant. Divided into 9 sections, from The Universe and our Planet to The Global Economy, this easy-to-use book tells you all you need to know about every subject under the sun in one handy, easy-to-use volume. With glorious, full-colour photographs and illustrations, detailed maps, diagrams and timelines (colour-coded for easy information retrieval), plus a useful ready-reference section, this book brings each subject to life and makes even the most complex of concepts easy to understand. Whether you want to settle an argument, learn more about a subject, or simply browse for pleasure, Facts at Your Fingertips is the reference guide for you.