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A New York Times bestseller, science journalist Adam Rogers'sProof is a spirited narrative on the fascinating art and science of alcohol, sure to inspire cocktail party chats on making booze, tasting it, and its effects on our bodies and brains, from "one of the best science writers around" (National Geographic).
Winner of Gourmand Award for Best Spirits Book
An IACP Cookbook Awards Winner
Finalist for the PEN/E. O. Wilson Literary Science Writing...
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For more than half a century Thomas Szasz has devoted much of his career to a radical critique of psychiatry. His latest work, Psychiatry: The Science of Lies, is a culmination of his life's work: to portray the integral role of deception in the history and practice of psychiatry. Szasz argues that the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness stands in the same relationship to the diagnosis and treatment of bodily illness that the forgery of a painting...
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A TIME top 100 must read book of 2020-a spellbinding dive into paralyzing fear that Rolling Stone says "could not be timelier" Since childhood, Eva Holland has been gripped by two debilitating phobias: fear of losing her mother and fear of heights. The worst comes to pass with her mother's sudden death in 2015, and something shifts for Eva. Then, when an ice-climbing expedition ends with Eva embarrassed and in tears, a new resolve kicks in: Fear may...
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Before there were 'The Law of Attraction: The Science of Attracting More of What You Want and Less of What You Don't Want', and 'The Science of Success: How to Attract Prosperity and Create Harmonic Wealth Through Proven Principles', there were 'The Science of Getting Rich', 'The Science of Being Well', and 'The Science of Being Great'. These are the works that first introduced the world to the power of positive thinking. Wallace D. Wattles pioneered...
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IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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"In this engaging title, young readers learn about the form of energy that is sound! Sound waves and their wavelengths are discussed, as are the vibrations of molecules, acoustics, and how the ear interprets sound. These properties are illustrated by the making and hearing of music. Colorful infographics make decibels, amplitude, frequency, and ear anatomy easily accessible, and prominent contributors such as Ludwig van Beethoven are featured. A fun...
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From a young age we have been told to take our vitamins, eat our fruits and vegetables, and limit sugar and fat. Readers examine what makes certain foods better nutritionally than others and how various foods affect the human body, including the role they can play in disease and illness. Tables in the appendix provide quick reference on vitamins and common food-related illnesses.
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Colorful gems sparkle and shine. Where do these precious stones come from? Learn about gemology, the science and study of gems, with this informative book created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for makerspaces and that guides students step-by-step through the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM...
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Based on a three-year course prepared by Leon MacLaren for the School of Economic Science in London in the late 1960s, this book reassesses the first principles of economics. Leon MacLaren (1910—1994) was a barrister, politician, philosopher, and the founder of the School of Economic Science. In his view, science is a study of laws that exist in nature, while economics is a study of the humanities with the interaction between human nature and the...
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For many centuries people have wondered how our world works. In early times, mythical beings and magical powers were used to explain how and why certain things happened. Only much later did awareness of energy in its many forms come to be accepted. This book follows the search for an understanding of what energy is, from the ancient Greek philosophers to the scientific discoveries of the early 21st century. It also looks at how science might help...
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Explore the "science" behind monsters! Showcasing creatures that continue to frighten and fascinate us, this fascinating book examines imaginary monsters from mythology, movies, comics, and literature. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, and featuring TIME content, this book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The detailed sidebars, fascinating images, and Dig Deeper section prompt...
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For thousands of years, the planets and stars have fascinated people on Earth. Prehistoric people scanned the heavens and tried to make sense of what they saw. They believed that the movement of the stars and planets could foretell future events. Their studies would lead to the discipline of astronomy, in which scientists work to increase our understanding of space. In recent years, complex probes and sophisticated telescopes have revealed a great...
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For all those young scientists who aren't mountain climbers, this lively look at high-altitude ecosystems takes us to the highest peaks to learn about the amazing interactions between plants and animals of the mountains. From high-flying bees that pollinate the flowers to lumbering bears who spread seeds for plant growth, mountain organisms need each other in a multitude of ways. Flowcharts throughout this brightly designed book elucidate important...
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Audiences around the world have been enchanted by James Cameron's visionary Avatar, with its glimpse of the Na'vi on the marvelous world of Pandora. But the movie is not entirely a fantasy; there is a scientific rationale for much of what we saw on the screen, from the possibility of travel to other worlds, to the life forms seen on screen and the ecological and cybernetic concepts that underpin the 'neural networks' in which the Na'vi and their sacred...
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There's much more to grasslands than grass. This fascinating book introduces readers to the intriguing plant and animal life that call grasslands home. They'll learn about the weird adaptations of the baobab tree, clever animal camouflage, and the many other plants and animals of grasslands that rely on each other for their very survival. Accessible flowcharts further explain essential and surprising concepts such as why wildfires can actually be...
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There are many kinds of deserts, and not all are hot and sandy. In fact, there's a desert in Antarctica! This eye-opening book takes readers into various deserts around the world where they'll learn about the incredible adaptations that make desert life possible. They'll also discover much about desert food webs and the interactions that plants and animals depend on to survive in this ecosystem. Flowcharts help crystalize new concepts, such as how...
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Earthquakes are some of the most powerful natural disasters on Earth. They can swallow people, cars, and buildings. This exciting book explores the ways earthquakes form, how they're measured, and what people on the ground can do when the room starts to shake. Using carefully leveled text and engaging full-color graphics and photographs, this book introduces readers to the science behind earthquakes and details ways people can prepare for and stay...
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An amplification by Paramahansa Yogananda of his maiden speech in America-the historic talk that introduced his teachings to the Western world. He points out the universality of the world's religions and explains why the answers to the ultimate questions of life lie in the direct personal experience of a Higher Reality. Includes a detailed discussion of the scientific basis of yoga meditation. Updated in 2020 on the 100th anniversary of Paramahansa...
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The Science of Transgenderism has been a labor of love for me. I consider myself to be an amateur scientist, Science Enthusiast. My love of science and respect for spirituality have combined during my research and experimentation. This paper is a resource I wish I would have had, during my self-discovery.
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As the foundation for other natural sciences, physics helps us interpret both our most basic and complex observations of the natural world. Physics encompasses such topics as mechanics, relativity, thermodynamics, and electricity, among others, all of which elucidate the nature of matter, its motion, and its relationship to force and energy. This engaging volume surveys some of the major branches of physics, the laws, and theories significant to each....
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The world has some amazing weather. Wind and rain aren't the only events that plague citizens around the world. Snow also plays a big role in the winter for many. One of the worst winter events is the blizzard, but what is a blizzard? In this entertaining book filled with fun facts, history, and science, readers will discover the ins and outs of this powerful storm. This book explores the mechanics of blizzards and the science behind them. It describes...