Can you imagine what your life would be like without glass? You use glass every day, from the mirror you look in when you wash your face in the morning to the bulbs that light up your home after dark.
The invention of plastics was one of the most important discoveries of the past century, revolutionising the way things are made, stored, and packaged. This book tells the story of plastics, from the
We depend on electricity in almost everything that we do. It gives us heat, light, transportation and entertainment. Electricity has always existed, but it is only in the last 200 years or so that we
A satellite is a small object travelling around something bigger. The Moon is a natural satellite of Earth. A spacecraft launched into orbit around Earth is an artificial satellite. Since Sputnik-1, a
As an American pilot joining the RAF during World War Two, you’ll experience many ups and downs, and no doubt you’ll discover what a ‘Mae West’ is for! Get used to the lingo, commands and controls, ot
Robots are machines that can be programmed to carry out a series of complex actions automatically or under the control of an operator. They come in all shapes and sizes, from mechanical arms and drive
This gruesome guide to blood uses fact-packed, easy-to-read text and humorous illustrations to explore the structure, uses, and lifecycle of blood, covering everything from why we grow scabs over cuts
This awesome guide explores the lives of the giant plant-eating dinosaurs, the largest creatures ever to live on land, exploring their diet, physical characteristics and how they could defend themselv
A potted history of some of Britain's most famous and infamous sons and daughters. From ghastly criminals to pioneering inventors, this book features a short biography of each personality, featuring f
