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Are you fascinated by insects? Welcome to the field of entomology. This book shows how entomologists study insects to learn about Earth's history, find ways to prevent the spread of diseases some carry, use insects in agriculture, and much more. With an estimated 1.3 million species, there's always something new in the world of insects.
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From ancient barter systems through the Industrial Revolution and the emergence of modern globalization, the field of economics is central to the way we organize and live our lives. This informative volume is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to this vital subject for readers. It looks at questions concerning such fundamental concepts as goods and services and supply and demand. The thoughtful text investigates, how economics can be used...
3) Science
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For some, science can be a difficult subject to get interested in. However, with the help of this stimulating volume, readers will realize how fun and interesting science can be. Challenging questions are presented to readers, and then answered using informative and accessible text. Detailed and colorful illustrations engage readers of many ages and levels and will heighten their understanding of the content. Both budding scientists and those reluctant...
4) Bullying
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Bullying offers support and practical advice about dealing with bullies and discusses how we can all help solve the bullying problem together.
5) Earthquake!
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Earthquake! describes how and where earthquakes happen.
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From the serious and practical to the quirky and bizarre, Think Like a Scientist answers these questions in an easy-to-understand manner. Find out whether humans could live on Mars, what's happening with the climate and whether we all see the same colors! Including pictures, diagrams and useful fact boxes, this riveting guide to science is perfect for the non-expert. Many of these answers have implications for everyday living and may change the way...
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Physics is the science which ties all others together. Aiming to explain the universe, from the smallest subatomic particles to vast galaxies, it represents human intellectual endeavor at its most ambitious.
This illustrated guide traces the development of physics, from the natural philosophers of the ancient world to cutting-edge experiments in quantum mechanics. These complex ideas are expressed in clear and easy-to-understand language, providing...
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In order to understand the universe you must know the language in which it is written. And that language is mathematics.' Galileo (1564-1642) For hundreds of thousands of years, we have sought order in the apparent chaos of the universe. Mathematics has been our most valuable tool in that search, uncovering the patterns and rules that govern our world and beyond. The Story of Mathematics traces humankind's greatest achievements, plotting a journey...
9) Tsunami!
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Tsunami! describes how earthquakes and volcanoes cause deadly waves, the devastation they inflict on communities and the environment, and why they are so difficult to predict.
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In order to understand the universe you must know the language in which it is written. And that language is mathematics.
- Galileo (1564-1642)
People have always sought order in the apparent chaos of the universe. Mathematics has been our most valuable tool in that search, uncovering the patterns and rules that govern our world and beyond. This book traces humankind's greatest achievements, plotting a journey through the mathematical intellects...
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This book traces the development of psychology from its origins as a branch of philosophy to the present day, when it is a discipline in its own right, closely allied with neurology and physiology. Taking in aspects of religious thought and belief, philosophy, anthropology, medical science, psychology, and psychotherapy, the book takes as its subject matter the understanding of the mind. Topics include the study of the soul, how the mind was perceived...
12) Space Machines
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What kinds of machines are used to explore outer space? The answer to this question and many more are waiting for readers to discover in this relatable guide to a high-interest STEM topic. Common and creative questions about space machines are presented through clear text and simple sentences, allowing even reluctant readers to find information and entertainment with each turn of the page. As readers travel through the fun and fact-filled text and...
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The Story of Chemistry shows how the study of chemistry came into being following early exploitations of chemistry that were purely practical, e.g. smelting, alloys, dyeing, cooking, glazing pottery and paints. Hammurabi produced his catalogue of metals as early as 1700 BC, and just as the exploration of metals was driven by a desire for better weapons, so chemistry advanced in the early historical period for use in distillation, materials, fermentation...
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How did life emerge? What are the smallest elements of matter? How are planets formed?
Over the centuries, brilliant men and women have sought to develop theories to answer the most compelling questions about the world around us. Through their amazing insights and conscientious efforts they helped to create the world we know today. In this beautifully illustrated book, Anne Rooney introduces you to the fascinating world of science and its greatest...
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Most young people only study physics through practical applications, such as equations, experiments and observations. This title, contrarily, brings physics to life and engages readers in a way that they've never experienced before. Readers will learn about the evolution of physics, from prehistory to the 21st century, including Newton and Einstein. Along the way, they gain a firm understanding of the laws of the universe, including the subatomic...
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From the early barter system, through the Industrial Revolution, to the emergence of globalization, economics has defined our lives. Think Like an Economist is a fun introduction to the main ideas of economics, untangling its intricacies and revealing the ways in which individuals, societies and nations allocate resources. Using a Q&A format, the book delves into questions such as:
• Why don't we just print more money?
• Is cash on the way out?
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Medicine is not only a science; it is also an art. It does not consist of compounding pills and plasters; it deals with the very processes of life, which must be understood before they may be guided.' Paracelsus (1493-1541) For thousands of years, people have sought ways to overcome the diseases and disorders of the body, with methods ranging from incantations, talismans and herbal cures to antibodies, vaccines and organ transplants. The Story of...
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Neuroscience is the science of the brain and the nervous system. This volume explores the early history of the field, including landmark case studies like that of the railroad worker Phineas Gage's impalement by an iron rod, an accident he survived, though not without personality changes. Also examined are early studies of madness and genius, physical treatments for psychiatric disorders, and the categorization of neurological differences and disorders,...
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Think Like a Philosopher is a fun introduction to the main concepts of philosophy, showing how the subject has a clear, practical, and vital purpose to our daily lives and thinking. Using a Q&A format and written in an amusing, easy-to-understand style, the author explains the philosophical arguments around questions such as:
• Should I eat meat?
• Does God exist?
• Is capital punishment wrong?
• Will a new iPhone make you happy?
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From Socrates to Carl Jung and Descartes to Daniel Dennett, this illustrated book brings together the threads that have made up psychology, from the musings of the Ancient Greeks to the findings of functional MRI scanning. Explained in a concise and easy-to-understand manner, it explores various key approaches, including structuralist, functionalist, behaviourist, psychodynamic, humanist, cognitive, and biological. It is a narrative of how we have...