Mason, Paul

Describes the history of body piercing and tattooing, as well as what motivates people to get a piercing or a tattoo, how to care for them, problems that can arise, and legal issues surrounding them.

Investigates reports of aliens and unidentified flying objects, looking at possible explanations for sightings around the world.

A biography of astronomer Galileo Galilei, who invented the first telescopes and clocks with pendulums, among many other devices still used in modern astronomy; and who came to the attention of the Inquisition for arguing that the Earth was not the center of the universe.

Examines roller coaster designs and the physical principles that make them work.

Examines some famous cases involving UFOs and describes how forensic science can sometimes be used to explain such events.

Presents an introduction to underwater diving, in simple text with illustrations, describing its equipment, technique, and safety, with information on famous divers.

Provides an introduction to tae kwon do, discusses the history of the martial art form, and looks at moves, discipline, clubs, competition, and the Olympics. Includes profiles of famous fighters.

This book tells about judo, including the origins of the sport, judo superstars, and the top ten judo moves.

This book tells about boxing, including the origins of the sport, boxing superstars, and the top ten boxing moves.