Simon Basher

Provides details on the lives of some the best, worst, and most intelligent figures throughout history from Alexander the Great to Mansa Musa and Napoleon Bonaparte to Marie Curie.

"Do you confuse boron with barium or chlorine with fluorine? Fear not! This book comes to the rescue by mixing science and art to create the most unique periodic table you've ever seen."--Publisher's web site.

Nature's building blocks have never been more sociable than in this newest offering from the creators of The Periodic Table and Physics. From cells to DNA, from viruses to mammals, from chlorophyll to flowers and fruit, and including the human body's parts and systems, Biology is a single volume BIO101 course. Distinctive characters, a creative pallette, and straight- forward text make it all clear--and fun!

How does a 3D printer work? What stops a skyscraper from falling over? Where does a smart phone store information? Welcome to the world of engineering! Discover how the familiar machines and buildings in today's world are constructed, and how they function. How do scientists choose the right materials for the right job? Which scientific principles lie behind each machine or structure? Basher's highly original books explain difficult scientific concepts...

Introduces astronomy and the things it studies through profiles in which the Solar System, the planets, stars, and the Milky Way galaxy introduce themselves.

Profiles the presidents of the United States, from George Washington to Barack Obama, and includes facts and trivia about each president, including major achievements and personality quirks.

A collection of wacky characters explain how to use English language puctuation marks correctly.

Explains the more unusual concepts behind biology, including superbugs, epigenetics, synthetic life, and nanomedicine.

Uses cartoon-style characters to explain the concepts behind everyday technology, discussing gears, televisions, ceramics, microchips, wireless communication, and generators.

"If you think the world of math is just about numbers, think again. It's an incredible place packed with symbols, shapes, graphs, and so much more. In STEM Junior Math, you'll meet 40 vibrant personalities who are just itching to tell you more. Listen to what they have to say and you'll be a math legend yourself in no time."--Page 4 of cover.