Description Fully revised and updated, the record-breaking compendium of superlatives is back and bursting with facts, figures and incredible stories - each one selected to inspire you to learn about the fascinating World we live in...
And look out for our exciting new "Snapshot" feature, in which our digital artists put a unique visual spin on some iconic record-holders such as the largest ever crocodile, the richest person on Earth and the tallest living tree - prepare to be amazed.
Explore the wilder side of life with 24 pages of record-breaking animals, and take a trip around the World to visit the most awe-inspiring sights on each continent Plus, we investigate 10 record-breaking robots to find out what makes them tick.
Meet...- The adventurers who trek, swim, ski, climb and fly to all four corners of the globe - The real-life cyborgs who augment their bodies with cutting-edge technology- The painters, sculptors, musicians and moviemakers taking performance art to new levels- The stars of social media generating millions of views on You Tube, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter- The athletic legends who continue to raise the bar in the World of sports But it\'s not only human beings who set records.
In a series of 11 fact-packed chapters, we introduce you to the record-holders who\'ve pushed the boundaries of what\'s possible. and to break Records of your own.
Description Fully revised and updated, the record-breaking compendium of superlatives is back and bursting with facts, figures and incredible stories - each one selected to inspire you to learn about the fascinating World we live in..
