Guinness World Records 2012
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This is the ultimate "Guinness World Records" book for gamers - now in its fourth edition. Pick up the completely updated "Guinness World Records, Gamer's Edition 2011" and learn all about amazing computer and video-game record breakers from around the world. You'll find out the highest scores, biggest tournaments, largest cash prizes and most successful games ever. It is packed with thousands of high scores and records, a round-up of key events of the video-gaming year - including reviews of new releases, new consoles and the major tournaments - along with detailed game strategies, interviews with professionals, tips and cheats to improve your play, league tables, bizarre facts and incredible video game trivia.
Guinness World Records 2013 is crammed with new and updated records, and never-before-seen photography. Meet the new shortest living man and a slam-dunking parrot, and witness the fiercest predators in the ocean - you can see them in 3D with our new augmented reality app!
Lists records, superlatives, and unusual facts in the areas of fame, business, crime, the natural world, technology, war, the arts, music, fashion, and sports.
The 2010 edition of the most famous book of world records, including the top 100 record-breakers of the decade, and the "unbreakable" records that have never been beaten.
Published this autumn Guinness World Records 2009 continues to build on the intriguing, informative, inspiring and instructional records and superlatives that have made Guinness World Records one of the most famous brands and books in the world. New features of the book include: Eye-catching 'sunburst' holographic cover; 100 percent new photographs; 3D PHOTOGRAPHIC FEATURES!; A pair of 3D glasses to view more than 20 3-D photographs throughout the rest of the book; 60 percent new and updated records; Gatefold pages; New urban design; and New approaches to popular themes.
Lists records, superlatives, and unusual facts in the areas of fame, business, crime, the natural world, technology, war, the arts, music, fashion, and sports.
Fully revised and updated with a vibrant new design, this edition provides a captivating snapshot of today's world, prioritizing environmental issues. The opening chapter delves into the current state of our ecosystem and highlights the extraordinary efforts individuals are making to effect change. Readers are encouraged to engage in record-breaking initiatives that contribute positively to the planet. Despite recent challenges, the team continues to process thousands of applications monthly, showcasing a unique blend of remarkable individuals, talented pets, extraordinary vehicles, and legendary athletes. The book features ten record-packed chapters, including: Environmental champions—eco-warriors dedicated to improving our planet; Wonders of the natural world, highlighting intelligent creatures and dangerous plants; the tallest and shortest individuals; Pop Culture icons, showcasing the most successful movies, video games, toys, and brands; and Young Achievers—under-16 influencers and entrepreneurs making a difference. Additionally, readers can enjoy bonus features such as Augmented Reality dinosaurs that spring to life, new inductees into the Hall of Fame like Sir David Attenborough and BTS, and Virtual Visits to record-rich attractions, museums, and parks—all from the comfort of home!
The record-breaking record book is back with a whole new year's worth of incredible accomplishments, spectacular stunts, cutting-edge science and unparalleled sporting achievements. As ever, it's packed with hundreds of never-before-seen photographs, thousands of superlative stats, facts and figures, and a multitude of new features.SUPERLATIVE SUPERHEROESThis year, our editors have taken their inspiration from superheroes - fictional and real-world - so look out for an all-new feature chapter charting the rise of the superhero in comic books, TV shows and movies. We also meet the real-life record-breakers with genuine superpowers, such as the Canadian vicar who can pull a jumbo jet and an actual cyborg who uses technology to augment his senses.NEW FEATURES!Also new this year is a celebration of the superlative: taking one topic at a time, unique infographic poster pages explore the most exciting absolutes - such as the longest, tallest, fastest and heaviest. Does the longest sofa outstretch the longest train? Is the tallest Easter egg bigger than the tallest snowman? These will be available to download as FREE posters from guinnessworldrecords.com.
The latest and greatest collection of astounding feats from every corner of the globe. Updated with thousands of new categories and newly broken records, the world’s most popular record book covers everything from outer space to sporting events to human marvels of all shapes and sizes. Guinness World Records 2019 contains thousands of facts, figures, stats, photographs, and bits of trivia, making it the ultimate collection of jaw-dropping achievements.