Scientist and presenter Stefan Gates is back, answering the questions that everyone is too shy to ask! Rude Science follows in the flatulent footsteps of Fartology, taking on those unmentionable body substances with which we're all so familiar, but rarely talk about in polite company. Stefan tackles eternal questions such as: - How much snot can a person produce in one day? - Why do men have nipples - What's ear wax for? - What is toe cheese? It's packed with weird and wonderful facts about our bodies and the disgusting gloops and gunks we ooze every single day. Reclaim your bodily functions with fun and scientific facts that will fascinate kids and adults alike.
Stefan Gates Book order






- 2022
- 2021
Catology
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Explore the amazing world of cat science to discover whether your gorgeous cat is a loyal, loving furball... or a sociopathic ambush predator.
- 2021
Dogology
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Discover why man's best friend wags, walks, sniffs, barks, pees, behaves and thinks the way he does.
- 2019
Science You Can Eat
Putting what we Eat Under the Microscope
- 2019
Combining culinary arts with scientific exploration, this children's book invites young readers to uncover the fascinating science behind cooking, baking, and eating. It serves as both a cookbook and a science reference, making learning enjoyable and interactive. Through engaging recipes and experiments, children will discover how ingredients interact and transform, fostering curiosity and creativity in the kitchen.
- 2018
Fartology
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Stefan Gates asks and answers all the questions about farts, so that you don't have to
- 2017
Insects
- 141 pages
- 5 hours of reading
This adventurous and informative field guide provides the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful world of insects and tells you all you need to know about eating them!
- 2010
The Extraordinary Cookbook
How to Make Meals Your Friends Will Never Forget
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
This is a cookbook for food with extra sparkle, full of bold, delectable and sometimes surprising recipes to create unforgettable meals. It combines unusual-sounding meals that the author has invented or discovered on his culinary travels for the BBC, with simple classics that offer something magical.
- 2009
The Camping Cookbook
Quick and Tasty Recipes for Delicious Outdoor Cooking
- 189 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Sleeping under the stars is the perfect excuse for cooking fantastic food. Whether you're using a basic stove, barbeque or campfire, nothing beats the taste of food cooked outdoors. This new title is packed with loads of ideas for brilliant breakfasts, mighty mains, smashing sides and delicious desserts. It also provides essential advice on pitching your tent, what to do when the weather turns bad and plenty of other useful hints and tips to ensure your camping trip is a success!
- 2006
Gastronaut
Adventures in Food for the Romantic, the Foolhardy, and the Brave
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Exploring the culinary world's most unusual and extraordinary experiences, this book blends humor with adventurous cooking. It features a variety of bizarre recipes categorized by escalating difficulty, from gilded breakfast sausages to recreating the Last Supper, and even cooking a whole pig underground. With a playful approach, it invites readers to embrace the outrageous side of food, making it a delightful companion for both the kitchen and bedside reading.
