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Further Details Title: The Book of Flags Condition: New Subtitle: Flags from around the world and the stories behind them ISBN-10: 0750297905 EAN: 9780750297905 ISBN: 9780750297905 Publisher: Wayland Format: Paperback Release Date: 03/09/2017 Description: Did you know that the US Star-Spangled Banner was designed by a 17-year-old school boy? Or that the Brazilian flag shows a star constellation of the night sky from 1889? Welcome to the bizarre and fascinating world of flags! From the chequered Formula 1 flag and the rainbow banner to historical standards and country flags, this book is packed with amazing facts, stories and curiosities behind some of the world's most iconic banners. Discover the cultural and political history behind each flag, as well as flag rituals, historical uses of flags and heaps of curiosities and unusual facts. Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: GB Item Height: 282mm Item Length: 214mm Item Width: 12mm Item Weight: 300g Author: Rob Colson Genre: Children's Reference Intended Audience: Ages 9-12 Release Year: 2017 Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.