Super-Disgusting Science Discoveries

Inbunden, Engelska, 2027

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Beskrivning

Discover the most DISGUISTING and world-changing discoveries in the history of science! 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 mould, 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!

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2027-02-18
Mått:235 x 276 x 12 mm
Vikt:620 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:64
Förlag:Quarto Publishing PLC
Illustratör:Gwen Millward
ISBN:9781836009276

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Historia inom Barn och ungdom
Naturvetenskap och teknik inom Barn och ungdom

Mer om författaren

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 Maths. 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 Honours 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.

Innehållsförteckning

IntroductionSushruta’s Little Helpers: Acharya SushrutaLessons from the Body Snatchers: Leonardo da VinciLady Wortley Montagu’s Smallpox Parties: Lady Mary Wortley MontaguAn Udderly Great Idea: Edward JennerThe Scourge of Scurvy: James LindMary’s Dinosaur Doo-Doo: Mary AnningThe Semmelweis Scrub: Dr Ignaz SemmelweisNightingale’s Nightmare Discoveries: Florence NightingaleAre Cat Parasites Controlling Your Mind?: Thirteen Incredible ScientistsMr Knipling’s Exceedingly: Gruesome Flesh-Eating Flies!: Edward KniplingThe Penicillin Problem: Alexander FlemingTea for Tu: Tu YouyouBarry’s Bacteria Smoothie: Barry MarshallTom’s DIY Poo Transplant!: Tom GravelA Whale of a Find: Leopold RuzickaJoy the Super-Smeller: Joy MilneMouldy Old Dough: Seamus BlackleyGlossary