Packed with thousands of beautifully detailed and stunningly accurate illustrations, the Firefly Definitions Visual Dictionary is the ultimate guide to describing the world in which we live. Many of the illustrations are augmented with additional terms that explain the object's component parts. Readers can learn about every part of an aircraft carrier, a grand piano, a microscope, a bowling alley and thousands of other things.

From everyday objects to highly specialized equipment, this unparalleled visual reference covers 14 subject areas in depth and in vivid color:

• Arts and architecture
• Clothing and accessories
• Energy and industry
• Food
• Health and medicine
• Housing
• Human being
• Leisure and entertainment
• Nature
• Office
• Science
• Society
• Sports
• Transportation.

To further learning, each term is succinctly explained with a traditional dictionary-style definition.

With its fine illustrations and well-researched terminology, the Firefly Definitions Visual Dictionary is the ultimate reference for students and language learners of all ages and anyone interested in discovering more about the world around them.

Nancy Foran, Editor

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