Author: Robert G Fresson
Publisher: Cicada Books
ISBN: 180066009X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
By exploring the patterns, colours and crests of flags, we can learn all about the histories and aspirations of the countries they represent. Did you know that the flag of Nepal is the only one with more than four sides? Or that the flag of Mozambique features a book, a hoe and an AK47? Find out the difference between the flag of Chad and the flag of Romania (spoiler: there is none), and why the Union Jack is assymetrical. Robert G Fresson’s meticulous, vintage-inflected illustrations provide a refreshingly elegant insight into the fascinating world of vexillology.
Flying Colours
Author: Robert G Fresson
Publisher: Cicada Books
ISBN: 180066009X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
By exploring the patterns, colours and crests of flags, we can learn all about the histories and aspirations of the countries they represent. Did you know that the flag of Nepal is the only one with more than four sides? Or that the flag of Mozambique features a book, a hoe and an AK47? Find out the difference between the flag of Chad and the flag of Romania (spoiler: there is none), and why the Union Jack is assymetrical. Robert G Fresson’s meticulous, vintage-inflected illustrations provide a refreshingly elegant insight into the fascinating world of vexillology.
Publisher: Cicada Books
ISBN: 180066009X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
By exploring the patterns, colours and crests of flags, we can learn all about the histories and aspirations of the countries they represent. Did you know that the flag of Nepal is the only one with more than four sides? Or that the flag of Mozambique features a book, a hoe and an AK47? Find out the difference between the flag of Chad and the flag of Romania (spoiler: there is none), and why the Union Jack is assymetrical. Robert G Fresson’s meticulous, vintage-inflected illustrations provide a refreshingly elegant insight into the fascinating world of vexillology.
The Flag Book
Author: Lonely Planet Kids
Publisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1788686543
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Welcome to the amazing world of flags! Did you know that each flag is actually a picture that sends a message to everyone who sees it? In The Flag Book, Lonely Planet Kids introduces you to the flags of every country in the world, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, and tells you what their design, colours, and images represent, along with lots of other incredible facts. What's the only country that doesn't have a rectangular flag? Why does Hawaii's state flag feature the UK's Union Jack in one corner? And what do the 13 stripes of the USA's Star Spangled Banner represent? You'll find out the answer to all these and much, much more. We'll then show you the other fascinating ways flags are used throughout the world. Learn the International Code of Flag Symbols to communicate with ships at sea; read about flags used in sports, like Formula 1's chequered flag; marvel at flags commemorating world records and incredible human achievements; and peer with a microscope at the planet's smallest flag, which is no wider than a human hair. But that's not all! Travel back in time to the Golden Age of Piracy and have your timbers shivered by the bloodthirsty flags of 'Black Bart' Roberts and his fellow pirates sailing the Caribbean. Chapters include: What are flags for? Speaking in flag Flag designs Coats of arms Pirate flags Ships and aeroplane flags The world's oldest flags Semaphore flags Flag record breakers Flag tales Sports flags International flags About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore! Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Publisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1788686543
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Welcome to the amazing world of flags! Did you know that each flag is actually a picture that sends a message to everyone who sees it? In The Flag Book, Lonely Planet Kids introduces you to the flags of every country in the world, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, and tells you what their design, colours, and images represent, along with lots of other incredible facts. What's the only country that doesn't have a rectangular flag? Why does Hawaii's state flag feature the UK's Union Jack in one corner? And what do the 13 stripes of the USA's Star Spangled Banner represent? You'll find out the answer to all these and much, much more. We'll then show you the other fascinating ways flags are used throughout the world. Learn the International Code of Flag Symbols to communicate with ships at sea; read about flags used in sports, like Formula 1's chequered flag; marvel at flags commemorating world records and incredible human achievements; and peer with a microscope at the planet's smallest flag, which is no wider than a human hair. But that's not all! Travel back in time to the Golden Age of Piracy and have your timbers shivered by the bloodthirsty flags of 'Black Bart' Roberts and his fellow pirates sailing the Caribbean. Chapters include: What are flags for? Speaking in flag Flag designs Coats of arms Pirate flags Ships and aeroplane flags The world's oldest flags Semaphore flags Flag record breakers Flag tales Sports flags International flags About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore! Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
The World Encyclopedia of Flags
Author: Alfred Znamierowski
Publisher: Peony Press/Anness
ISBN: 9780754826293
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Throughout the ages flags have been a means of cultural and national identity, communication, and a means of representation for groups and associations. Compiled by a leading authority this book is a definitive and exhaustive visual reference to international flags, from the largest countries to the smallest states. Split into two sections, the first part of the book presents a fascinating overview of the history of flags, from the 3rd century BC to the 21st century. The second section covers over 600 flags in current use, including a continent-by-continent examination of countries, territories, organizations, individuals and causes. Lavishly illustrated, this book is both a stunning reference book and an invaluable resource. Fascinating and compelling, it offers historical, geographical and political insights into one of our most ancient forms of identification and communication.
Publisher: Peony Press/Anness
ISBN: 9780754826293
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Throughout the ages flags have been a means of cultural and national identity, communication, and a means of representation for groups and associations. Compiled by a leading authority this book is a definitive and exhaustive visual reference to international flags, from the largest countries to the smallest states. Split into two sections, the first part of the book presents a fascinating overview of the history of flags, from the 3rd century BC to the 21st century. The second section covers over 600 flags in current use, including a continent-by-continent examination of countries, territories, organizations, individuals and causes. Lavishly illustrated, this book is both a stunning reference book and an invaluable resource. Fascinating and compelling, it offers historical, geographical and political insights into one of our most ancient forms of identification and communication.
Flags of the World
Author: A. G. Smith
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486485269
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 6
Book Description
Become an expert at identifying flags from nations around the world with this brightly colored sticker collection. Each of the 96 stickers represents the colors, patterns, symbols, and crests of international flags, from Algeria to Zimbabwe. All are identified and keyed to a map of the world.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486485269
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 6
Book Description
Become an expert at identifying flags from nations around the world with this brightly colored sticker collection. Each of the 96 stickers represents the colors, patterns, symbols, and crests of international flags, from Algeria to Zimbabwe. All are identified and keyed to a map of the world.
A Flag Worth Dying For
Author: Tim Marshall
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501168339
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
First published in Great Britain in 2016 by Elliott and Thompson Limited as: Worth dying for: the power and politics of flags.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501168339
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
First published in Great Britain in 2016 by Elliott and Thompson Limited as: Worth dying for: the power and politics of flags.
Complete Flags of the World
Author: DK Publishing, Inc
Publisher: Dk Pub
ISBN: 9780756641153
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Presents the history and symbolic interpretation of every national flag and includes the flags of international organizations and of each state of the United States.
Publisher: Dk Pub
ISBN: 9780756641153
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Presents the history and symbolic interpretation of every national flag and includes the flags of international organizations and of each state of the United States.
Flags to Colour
Author: Susan MEREDITH
Publisher: Colouring Books
ISBN: 9781474922609
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A fun, interactive way to learn about the nations of the world. Have fun learning and identifying the flags of every country by colouring in.
Publisher: Colouring Books
ISBN: 9781474922609
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A fun, interactive way to learn about the nations of the world. Have fun learning and identifying the flags of every country by colouring in.
First Sticker Book Flags
Author: Holly BATHIE
Publisher: First Sticker Books
ISBN: 9781474937030
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Discover the flag of every country in the world with this colourful sticker book. Children can match the stickers to the correct countries on the maps - and learn more about countries and continents too. With over 190 stickers to add to the colourfully illustrated pages, plus links to websites with quizzes and activities.
Publisher: First Sticker Books
ISBN: 9781474937030
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Discover the flag of every country in the world with this colourful sticker book. Children can match the stickers to the correct countries on the maps - and learn more about countries and continents too. With over 190 stickers to add to the colourfully illustrated pages, plus links to websites with quizzes and activities.
Magnetic Flags of the World
Author: Parragon Book Service Limited
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781407502182
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781407502182
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
Fly the World's Flags
Author: Michael Parke
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780473444334
Category : Emblems, National
Languages : en
Pages : 8
Book Description
Part one contains images of each country's flag, coat of arms, emblem, or seal and its location map. Also, various dates that could be considered important to that country, including formal/official flag flying days, adoption dates for their flag, coats of arms, emblem or seal and interesting although not formally celebrated historical events associated with the country. Part two contains day by day listing of all the flags that could be flown on each day of the year and the reason why. -- Back cover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780473444334
Category : Emblems, National
Languages : en
Pages : 8
Book Description
Part one contains images of each country's flag, coat of arms, emblem, or seal and its location map. Also, various dates that could be considered important to that country, including formal/official flag flying days, adoption dates for their flag, coats of arms, emblem or seal and interesting although not formally celebrated historical events associated with the country. Part two contains day by day listing of all the flags that could be flown on each day of the year and the reason why. -- Back cover.