Eyewonder Deserts

Get ready for an amazing journey across Earth’s deserts with this fully updated edition of Eyewonder Deserts for children ages 5–7.

There's more to deserts than sand, camels, and cacti! From North Africa's Sahara to Australia's Great Sandy, Earth's driest regions feature towering sand dunes, expansive salt flats, and deep canyons carved by turbulent winds. Yet life still thrives in these extreme environments. Step into this wild and wonderful landscape to find out how people cope with sandstorms, which desert animals lick their arms to stay cool, and if there are any cold deserts out there!

DK's top-selling Eyewonder series has an exciting new look for the next generation of young, curious minds. Stay-at-home explorers will love the new dynamic photographs, up-to-date information, and a brand-new "eyewonder" feature highlighting incredible facts about deserts. This book is perfect for all curious young minds; great for homework and school projects, or just for fun!

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs