Solway, Andrew

Describes the music types, musical styles, sounds, and instruments characteristic of Latin America and the Caribbean, discusses the role of music in the culture and religion of the regions, and looks at how new technologies, as well outside influences, have changed Latin American and Caribbean music.

Discusses how civil engineers contribute to the design and construction of structures such as high-rise buildings, dams, bridges, and stadiums, and explains the steps they follow in the engineering design process.

Presents magnified photographs and information about some of the microscopic organisms that live in the soil, on plants, in ponds, and other outdoor environments.

Examines the lives of deadly snakes such as anacondas, king cobras, gaboon vipers, and rattlesnakes, and provides information on their habitat, prey, life cycles, and classification.

Explores the evolution of medical imaging from early x-rays to modern technologies including a miniature camera that is swallowed. Includes coverage of computer-aided imaging, radioactivity, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, and endoscopic image. Includes a timeline of advances in medical imaging and a glossary of terms used in the book.

Looks at how spiders and other invertebrates have adapted to their environments in order to survive, discussing feeding habits, defenses, breeding, and other topics.

A brief introduction to the habitats, habits, and characteristics of a variety of species of snakes and other reptiles.

Looks at how lions and other mammals have adapted to their environments in order to survive, discussing feeding habits, hunting and hiding skills, defenses, breeding, and other topics.

Looks at how poison frogs and other amphibians have adapted to their environments in order to survive, discussing feeding habits, defenses, breeding, and other topics.

Explains the story of chemical reactions from gunpowder to laser chemistry, and profiles leading scientists in the field of chemistry.