Hand, Carol

Provides readers with all they need to know to start and maintain a garden in a small, urban space.

In the search for other habitable planets, perhaps the most fascinating question that has persistently captivated humans has been: is there life out there? Eschewing science fiction fantasies, this title looks at the hard research behind the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Theories, studies, and advances of exobiologists-scientists who study life in outer space-are presented, alongside more philosophical questions on the implications of life beyond Earth. Discussions of the definition of life, personhood, and the qualities of extremophiles (animals that survive under extreme conditions) bring this discussion to intriguing and unexpected places.

Presents an introduction to twelve poisonous animals.

This title seeks to present young women with various career options available in the tech sector, including communications, aerospace and defense, green technology, and biotechnology.

"While there are some Americans who are inclined to evaluate the moral, ethical, and medical legitimacy of abortion on a case-by-case basis, many others are strictly, unwaveringly pro-choice (favoring abortion rights) or pro-life (antiabortion). Over the last few decades, whether abortions should be legal at all--under any circumstances--has created a deep political rift across the United States. This book, which charts the shifts in interpretation of the U.S. Constitution on this matter, is a must-read for anyone hoping to understand where the nation and its laws have stood on the issue, its current state of play, and what the future of the abortion rights vs. right to life struggle may hold"--Provided by the publisher.

Looks at the history of global warming.

Uses the 2014 Ebola outbreak to explore the field of epidemiology and its origins and development from historical times to today. Examines various epidemics, notable people and events in epidemiology, new ways scientists are fighting epidemics, modern pandemics, and the future of epidemiology. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.

From working with dogs to horses to elephants, there is a job out there for every person who loves working with animals. And the ones in this volume don't require college! Readers are given all the tools they need to begin a career working with animals.

Discusses the causes of depression, how it is diagnosed and treated, and lifestyle changes that can be adopted to cope with it.