Describes a variety of record-breaking people and places, including the largest palace, the tallests buildings, the first explorers to reach the poles, and the first space walk.

"First published in 1994 by Watts Books, London, England"--T.p. verso. Includes glossary and index.

World recorded holders -- The first artist -- The first cities -- The first writing -- The greatest pyramids -- The greatest temples -- The earliest sports -- The largest palace -- The longest wall -- The oldest monarchy -- The greatest empire -- The largest castle -- The samllest country -- Reaching the skies -- The tallest monuments -- The longest bridge -- First around the world -- First to the poles -- To the highest point on earth -- First in space.