Good Wives and Warriors – illustratör

Odysseus’ ten-year homecoming in 1000 pieces: dive into Homer's timeless epic with this jigsaw puzzle and concertina fold-out. Homer’s Odyssey, predating the invention of writing in ancient Greece, is revived in this 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle. Encounter the one-eyed Cyclops, who feasts on the flesh of men; bewitching women, who charm with songs and spells; and meddling gods and goddesses, who shape the hero’s fate. Follow Odysseus’ journey using the accompanying concertina, exploring twenty key scenes. Daisy Dunn’s text will ignite fresh interest in one of the world’s oldest and greatest poems. Get ready for a modern take on this ancient masterpiece.

Why do we dream? How come more people are right-than left-handed? What’s inside a black hole? Science is pretty amazing, but even though we know more about our universe than ever before, there still remain lots of unanswered questions that fascinate and perplex even the greatest scientific minds.These are the unknowns, the paradoxes and the things not fully explained or understood. This book is a compendium of these riveting unsolved mysteries, that still have us wondering... How? What? Why? Whisking readers through some of these holes in our scientific knowledge, the accessible and enjoyable book turns to the unanswered questions, what we do know, and some of the best current theories, as well as some of the most far out suggestions! From the personal (Why do we have fingerprints? Why do we yawn?) to the fundamental (How did life begin? Is anybody out there?) to the downright funny (Why do cats sit in circles?) Divided into chapters on People, Earth, Nature, Space and Miscellaneous Mysteries, this visually stunning compendium breaks down even the most complex topics and theories so everyone can puzzle over unanswered questions.The colourful and arresting artwork draws readers in further to ask How? What? And Why? This riveting book will capture the imagination of curious minds young and old. Maybe they can solve some of these riddles. Or maybe, some things will remain in the Mysteryverse ...

Uncover the legendary roots of Rome as you build this stunning 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle and journey through Virgil’s greatest masterpiece, the Aeneid. Build this jigsaw puzzle – without divine intervention – and join Aeneas, Trojan hero and son of Venus, as he escapes the fallen city of Troy. Follow as he battles mighty storms and ancient monsters, becomes entangled in a tragic love affair, and ultimately reaches Italy, where he is destined to found a great city. This puzzle comes with a fold-out story guide by Daisy Dunn, who summarizes twenty key scenes from the Aeneid, bringing to life a rich cast of heroes, heroines and jealous deities.

Match two cards to reveal beautifully illustrated mythical creatures in this card game for all the family. Flip the cards over and remember where the pairs are to win the game! Or mix and match the cards to create your own weird and wonderful combinations of new creatures. Illustrated by Good Wives and Warriors, an internationally renowned duo of illustrators, and creator of Laurence King Publishing titles The Mythical World and Mythopedia.25 CREATURES TO MATCH: reveal a variety of fascinating and colourful creaturesEASY TO LEARN: younger children can play a matching game, while older children and families can play a memory gameLEARN MORE: about the exciting world of mythologyFUN TO PLAY ON THE MOVE: to give kids a screen-free activityLAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books

A beautiful, intricate colouring book, full of romantic, inspirational and dramatic quotes from the favourite plays and poems of William Shakespeare.An ideal choice for colouring fans, in a beautiful square format, it is gloriously intricate illustrations provide a soothing occupation for the millions of fans of colouring books.Suitable for children.

Discover the extraordinary ways the world's oceans and sea life are coming back from the brink and making remarkable recoveries in this stunning new 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle, with 20 uniquely shaped pieces that give a new twist to puzzling.Beautifully illustrated by Good Wives and Warriors and accompanied by a fold-out poster with text written by Dr Helen Scales, discover how humpback whale populations are thriving in the freezing seas of Alaska, and how elephant seals have recovered from 'extinction', with messages of hope and positive change from around the globe.Piece together this family puzzle, and slot in 20 uniquely shaped pieces which celebrate all the animals featured in the amazing stories of the natural world.A 1000-PIECE NATURE JIGSAW with 20 uniquely shaped pieces. Completed puzzle measures 485 x 680mm.DISCOVER REMARKABLE STORIES about the world's oceans and sea creatures on the fold-out poster.FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY from ages 6+.LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

Piece together flora and fauna from around the globe in this 1000-piece puzzle, with 20 specially shaped pieces. Vibrantly illustrated by Good Wives and Warriors and accompanied by a fold-out poster with text written by Dr Helen Scales. Discover the extraordinary ways the world's land dwelling wildlife are surviving and thriving, find out how the Voeltzkow species chameleon was lost in 1913 and rediscovered in 2018 and how action from conservationists is improving the tiger population, with messages of hope and positive change from around the world.A 1000-PIECE NATURE JIGSAW with 20 specially shaped pieces to slot in. Completed puzzle measures 485 x 680mm.DISCOVER REMARKABLE STORIES about the natural world and animals featured on the puzzle on the fold-out poster.FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY from ages 6+.LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

Discover the extraordinary ways nature has come back from the brink in this collection of 20 environmental success stories from around the world, written by Dr Helen Scales and beautifully illustrated by Good Wives and Warriors. From humpback whale populations thriving again in the freezing seas of Alaska and the recovery of kiwi populations in New Zealand, to the setting up of tiger sanctuaries and reserves in India and return of elephant seals from 'extinction', this book plants a message of hope and shows children that positive change is possible.As well as the 20 recovery stories, Return of the Wild teaches children about the different habitats that animals and plants around the world call home - oceans, forests, deserts and more - and introduces them to the real people supporting endangered species. Finishing off with small tips on what children at home can do to help the wild world, from wearing eco-friendly suncream while swimming in the sea to using less single use plastic, this book reassures children that there are many ways to protect and save our planet from environmental harm.

From the ferocious sea monster Ichthyosaurus and the lumbering plated Stegosaurus to Velociratpor, the stealthy two-legged hunter and Quetzalcoatlus, the God of the skies, Dinopedia is a guide to prehistoric beasts. Discover how experts figured out chickens are actually dinosaurs, and explore the answers to the big questions we all want to know about dinosaurs: What did dinosaurs sound like? How did dinosaurs really move? What colour were dinosaurs? Lovingly brought to life by the illustration duo behind Mythopedia and Return of the Wild, Good Wives and Warriors, this book shows dinosaurs as they've never been presented before.Let the weird and wonderful creatures of the past spark your child's imagination and inspire them to learn about the Earth as it was millions, and millions, and MILLIONS of years ago.

Learn about and colour in the extraordinary ways nature has come back from the brink in this collection of nature recovery stories from around the world. From the recovery of endangered kiwi populations in New Zealand and the setting up of tiger reserves in India, to rescuing the blue butterflies in the English countryside and replanting the seagrass meadows in North America, there's a world of hope to colour in and explore. Each story of environmental recovery is accompanied by a huge, detailed colouring page to keep you entertained for hours.Created by Helen Scales, marine biologist and writer, and Good Wives & Warriors, the internationally renowned duo of illustrators behind Mythopedia and Return of the Wild.

Discover an incredible world hidden beneath the waves with this beautiful encyclopedia of our oceans and the animals that live in and around them.Our planet's oceans are home to a breathtaking array of animals. From the neon squid that roam the open waters and the floating forests of the Sargasso Sea, to glow-in-the-dark sharks and the angel fish of the coral reefs, discover an underwater world teeming with life.Expertly written by marine biologist and author Dr Helen Scales and brought to vivid life with striking illustrations by Good Wives and Warriors (artists on Mythopedia and Dinopedia), this comprehensive encyclopedia includes a global collection of fascinating sea creatures. Dive in - you never know what you might discover...

Blast off on an unforgettable journey through the Universe with this stunningly illustrated guide to spaceFrom swirling black holes and icy comets to solar flares and Saturn's glittering rings, this book explores the wonders of our Milky Way galaxy - and beyond. How are stars born and what happens when they die? Could there really be life on other planets? And what is dark matter? Packed with jaw-dropping facts, vivid illustrations and answers to some of the biggest cosmic questions, this is the ultimate guide for curious kids aged 7 and up.Perfect for budding astronomers, future astronauts and anyone who's ever looked up at the night sky and wondered what's out there.Written by Professor Raman Prinja (MBE), award-winning astrophysicist at University College London, and illustrated by Good Wives and Warriors, whose dazzling artwork captures the awe and mystery of space like never before.

Created in collaboration with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, this exquisite book explores one majestic oak tree in the forest, from roots to canopy.... with a huge fold-out surprise at the end. Under the Starlit Sky takes readers to the heart of the Bialowieza forest in Poland and Belarus, where owls hoot, wolves howl, fireflies glow and dormice scurry. With artwork as rich and dense as the forest itself, there is much to explore at every level, and readers can scour the forest floor, understory and canopy for the world's most secretive woodland creatures. Finally reaching the top of the tree, they are rewarded with the most magical sight - the final page of the book folds out to reveal a huge illustration of the oak tree and its many animal inhabitants, perfect for spreading out on the floor and poring over for hours.

This exquisite book explores one huge tree in the jungle, from roots to canopy... with a huge fold-out surprise at the end.Offering a perspective rarely seen, Up in the Canopy explores the rainforest layer by layer, as we climb the incredible Kapok tree - a 100-metre tropical tree in the heart of wildest South America - in search of the elusive harpy eagle which lives almost exclusively at great heights. With artwork as rich and dense as the rainforest itself, there is much to explore at every level, and readers can scour the forest floor, understory and canopy for the world's rarest and most beautiful tropical creatures. Finally reaching the top, they are rewarded with the most magical sight... As told by James Aldred, author of The Man Who Climbed Trees, and published in conjunction with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.