Super-Disgusting Science Discoveries
Autor Polly Owen Ilustrat de Gwen Millwarden Limba Engleză Hardback – 16 feb 2027 – vârsta până la 10 ani
Did you know ancient surgeons used hungry leeches and maggots to help heal wounds? Or that a mysterious ingredient used in perfume comes from whale vomit?
From parasites and pus to mold, maggots, and poo, many of history's greatest scientific breakthroughs began with something bizarre. Award-winning author Polly Owen introduces 29 scientists who found answers in the most unexpected—and disgusting—places.
Told through hilarious comic-style storytelling, fascinating facts, and vibrant illustrations, Super Disgusting Science Discoveries proves that curiosity, creativity—and, most importantly a strong stomach—can change the world.
This is the perfect read for curious kids who love science, history, and all things gross!
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781836009283
ISBN-10: 1836009283
Pagini: 64
Dimensiuni: 241 x 282 x 12 mm
Greutate: 0.62 kg
Editura: Wide Eyed Editions
ISBN-10: 1836009283
Pagini: 64
Dimensiuni: 241 x 282 x 12 mm
Greutate: 0.62 kg
Editura: Wide Eyed Editions
Notă biografică
Polly Owen is an author from Hertfordshire, England. She has a degree in Mathematics and Statistics. She is a specialist in developing techniques to get reluctant children interested in Math. She and her daughter are proud members of the Earthworm Society and are both passionate organic gardeners.
Gwen Millward is an illustrator from Wales. Originally, she had her heart set on becoming a naturalist, as she loved studying insects and drawing them. Her trips abroad when she was young are associated with finding new and strange-looking creatures! After school, she migrated north to Edinburgh to study art, where she graduated with a First Class Honors degree in illustration and was awarded the Helen A. Rose Bequest for art. Gwen is also the illustrator for the Charmseekers series by Amy Tree, published by Orion. She lives in Bristol, UK.
Cuprins
Introduction
Sushruta’s Little Helpers: Acharya Sushruta
Lessons from the Body Snatchers: Leonardo da Vinci
Lady Wortley Montagu’s Smallpox Parties: Lady Mary Wortley Montagu
An Udderly Great Idea: Edward Jenner
The Scourge of Scurvy: James Lind
Mary’s Dinosaur Doo-Doo: Mary Anning
The Semmelweis Scrub: Dr Ignaz Semmelweis
Nightingale’s Nightmare Discoveries: Florence Nightingale
Are Cat Parasites Controlling Your Mind?: Thirteen Incredible Scientists
Mr Knipling’s Exceedingly: Gruesome Flesh-Eating Flies!: Edward Knipling
The Penicillin Problem: Alexander Fleming
Tea for Tu: Tu Youyou
Barry’s Bacteria Smoothie: Barry Marshall
Tom’s DIY Poo Transplant!: Tom Gravel
A Whale of a Find: Leopold Ruzicka
Joy the Super-Smeller: Joy Milne
Mouldy Old Dough: Seamus Blackley
Glossary
Sushruta’s Little Helpers: Acharya Sushruta
Lessons from the Body Snatchers: Leonardo da Vinci
Lady Wortley Montagu’s Smallpox Parties: Lady Mary Wortley Montagu
An Udderly Great Idea: Edward Jenner
The Scourge of Scurvy: James Lind
Mary’s Dinosaur Doo-Doo: Mary Anning
The Semmelweis Scrub: Dr Ignaz Semmelweis
Nightingale’s Nightmare Discoveries: Florence Nightingale
Are Cat Parasites Controlling Your Mind?: Thirteen Incredible Scientists
Mr Knipling’s Exceedingly: Gruesome Flesh-Eating Flies!: Edward Knipling
The Penicillin Problem: Alexander Fleming
Tea for Tu: Tu Youyou
Barry’s Bacteria Smoothie: Barry Marshall
Tom’s DIY Poo Transplant!: Tom Gravel
A Whale of a Find: Leopold Ruzicka
Joy the Super-Smeller: Joy Milne
Mouldy Old Dough: Seamus Blackley
Glossary