Parker, Steve

A concise study of the various species of fish that inhabit the oceans and waterways of the world which discusses how they swim and breath, the functions of fins and scales, feeding habits, how they protect themselves against predators, and more.

"Shows the gory pitfalls and the miraculous breakthroughs of medical history. With ... illustrations, clear diagrams, and illumnated text, it charts fascinating developments in diagnosis, surgery, healing, and drugs through the ages, and tells the stories of ther men and women involved in the extraordinary evolution of this scientific field."--Back cover.

"From the secrets of weather forecasting to discovering 'animal rain', 'ice bombs' and 'ball lightning', this book is a ... journey through the world of weather. It also looks at the topics of pollution and climate change - how humans can affect the weather, the impact of global warming and, most importantly, what we can all do to help"-- Provided by publisher.

"Covering the key psychological theories from moral development to cognitive behavioral therapy, each easy-to-read, single-page entry explains the concept more clearly than ever before. Organized into chapters covering each branch of psychology, the book maps the development of psychological study, unpacking the complex ideas from the philosophers, psychologists, and scientists who have shaped our understanding of the human brain"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the history of medicine, including the beliefs and traditions from the beginning to 900; the rise of scientific medicine from 900-1820; medicine in the Industrial Age from 1820-1920; modern medicine from 1920-2000; and genes and future dreams from 2000-present.

Explains how powerful diesel-electric systems operate, describes the inner workings of fifteen giant machines, including a Bigfoot truck, tractor, bulldozer, and bucket wheel excavator, and features cutaway illustrations and a glossary.

Introduces ten different kinds of bugs, providing details about their physical features, behaviors, and eating habits.