"Using clever examples, vivid imagery, and clear diagrams, this fun guidebook to muscles and bones will keep readers engaged while teaching them all about how their bodies hold together, move, and grow stronger."--
John Barndon Libros
John Farndon es un autor reconocido internacionalmente especializado en ciencia popular, con un enfoque particular en la naturaleza y los problemas medioambientales. Su experiencia se extiende a obras que exploran la historia de las ideas y despiertan la curiosidad intelectual. Los libros de Farndon, que a menudo sirven como obras de referencia, tienen un alcance global y atraen a un público amplio, desde niños hasta adultos. Su estilo distintivo simplifica temas complejos, estableciéndolo como una voz importante en la literatura de ciencia popular.
"With clever text, vibrant illustrations, and simple diagrams, this book gives readers a look into their circulatory and respiratory systems. Humorous text and imagery make this complex topic fun and engaging."--
In Extreme Fire and Flood each of these twin disasters occupies half the book. The causes of fires (mostly human) are described, along with diverse effects on people and natural environments. The same pattern is followed for coastal and river flooding, with detailed stories of some of the most devastating disasters that have hit our planet.