In this fascinating history he interweaves gripping scenes from the operating theatre with the moving tale of his family's history of heart problems - from the death of his grandfather to the ominous signs of how he himself might die... Zobraziť viac
Wordsworth Editions: This Wordsworth Edition includes an exclusive Introduction by Jeff Wallace. ‘A grain in the balance... Zobraziť viac
In this revelatory book, Dr Jonathan Kennedy argues that germs have shaped humanity at every stage, from the first success of Homo sapiens over the equally intelligent Neanderthals to the fall of Rome and the rise of Islam... Zobraziť viac
A cutting-edge new vision of biology that will revise our concept of what life itself is, how to enhance it, and what possibilities it offers – from Science Book Prize winner and former Nature editor Philip Ball... Zobraziť viac
Martin Stevens explores the extraordinary variety of senses in the animal kingdom, and discusses the cutting-edge science that is shedding light on these secret worlds... Zobraziť viac
From your head to your toes, this encyclopedia for children takes you on a tour of the human body and explains how each part works. On every page, discover amazing facts about the human body.... Zobraziť viac
This groundbreaking illustrated YA nonfiction title from two-time National Book Award finalist and New York Times bestselling author Eliot Schrefer is a well-researched and teen-friendly exploration of the gamut of queer behaviors observed in animals... Zobraziť viac
This important reference documents the history of competitive horse-riding from 1912―when the sport first appeared at the modern Olympic Games in Stockholm―to the present. It brings together for equestrian enthusiasts a complete ... Zobraziť viac
From a world-leading microbiome scientist and surgeon with over two decades of experience comes Dark Matter, a pioneering guide to hacking your microbiome for a healthier life... Zobraziť viac
Look out the window. See a bird. Enjoy it. CONGRATULATIONS! You are now a bad birdwatcher... Zobraziť viac
Although names like assassin bug and waterscorpion are composed of familiar words, the actual animals they describe are not... Zobraziť viac
Since the beginning of humanity's existence, plants have provided us with everything we need for our survival - they sustain us with air to breathe, food to eat, materials to make clothes and shelter with... Zobraziť viac
Discover the glorious world of mushrooms, lichens, and micro fungi, as described by Peter McCoy, one of today’s foremost experts in the field. Covers essential information and skills for identifying, cultivating, and celebrating the uniqueness of fungi... Zobraziť viac
Come to the forest, sit by the fireside and listen to intoxicating song, as Sam Lee tells the story of the nightingale... Zobraziť viac
The Cabinet of Natural Curiosities is one of the 18th century’s greatest natural history achievements and remains one of the most prized natural history books of all time... Zobraziť viac
This is an inspiring tour of the world's oceans and 80 of its most notable inhabitants. Beautifully illustrated, the book includes fascinating stories of the fish, shellfish and other sea life that have somehow impacted human life... Zobraziť viac
It's not a question we might think to contemplate, even though many of us live surrounded by plants. Science has long explored the wonderful ways in which plants communicate, behave and shape their environments... Zobraziť viac
Equipped with little more than a notebook, binoculars, and her fascination with wildlife, Jane braved a realm of unknowns to give the world a remarkable window into humankind’s closest living relatives... Zobraziť viac
How to be Human is the only manual you need to help you upgrade your mind as much as you've upgraded your iphone. 'With this marvellous book, Ruby Wax has confirmed her position as one of the most readable, inspirational and engaging writers in ... Zobraziť viac
'The only cut flower book you'll ever need!' First published in 2011 this bestseller is now found in floristry workrooms and classrooms across the UK and worldwide and is recommended by many leading floristry tutors... Zobraziť viac
