Grady, Sean M.

This book discusses the different forms or degrees of illiteracy in the United States, how this problem affects people, and what is being done about it.

Explores the development of virtual reality; discusses its applications in the fields of architecture, science and engineering, medicine, business, the military, and entertainment; and considers the drawbacks, and future prospects of the technology.

Discusses the history and development of the ship, its influence on trade, types of ships, and the future of the ship.

Examines the life of the Polish-born scientist who, with her husband Pierre, was awarded a 1903 Nobel Prize for discovering radium.

Discusses the history and development of tectonic theory; how tectonics helps scientists predict earthquakes and volcanic eruptions; and how engineers can apply this knowledge to mining, cartography, and designing buildings.

Presents a history of explosives, showing how tools of war can actually be very useful tools for the development of civilization.

Discusses the development of submarines and the history of their uses.

Provides an overview of some of the world's most dangerous organisms, known as biohazards, looks at major outbreaks of disease throughout history, and discusses the threat of biological warfare, as well as ongoing battles against HIV/AIDS and other deadly diseases.

An overview of virtual reality that discusses the technology's history, tools, techniques, and possibilities.