This newly revised and updated edition of Chambers Factfinder is bursting with useful and interesting information, from comets and capital cities to prize-winners and political leaders. Numerous thematic sections offer unrivalled coverage, from the far reaches of the universe to countries of the world and human endeavour, while fascinating fact boxes offer quirky or little-known snippets and bring the subjects to life.

Packed with useful facts about everything from oceans and Oscar winners to ice skaters and inventions, this new edition remains ideal for pub quizzes, crosswords, winning that argument or just dipping into for fun.

• Facts and figures at a glance
• Attractive design
• Browsable and easy to use
• ‘Fascinating fact’ boxes give interesting, quirky and little-known facts

The Solar System — The Universe — Astronomy and Space Exploration — The Earth — Weather and Navigation — Plants and Animals — Human Politics, Law and Order — Geography —Ancient Greece and Rome — Religions, Beliefs and Folklore — Time Seasons Months Days Quarter days —Science

Human Body — Mathematics — Economics Measurement, Conversion and Size Length —Inventions, discoveries and firsts — Society and Learning — Literature — Art — Film — Music — Food and Drink — Language — Transport — Sports