David B. Books

Insects walk on water, snakes slither, and fish swim with remarkable grace and speed. How do they achieve this, and what can we learn from their movements? David Hu takes readers on an enlightening journey into animal motion, exploring how various species have adapted to their environments by leveraging physical laws in astonishing ways. From MIT labs to Panama's rainforests, Hu showcases the latest discoveries in animal mechanics, which are inspiring innovations in robotics and technology that emulate nature's efficiency. He examines diverse movements, such as the sandfish's undulations and dogs shaking off water in seconds, alongside the crash-resistant flight of insects. Hu also investigates swarm intelligence, highlighting how army ants link their bodies to form bridges across ravines. The book delves into nature's surprising feats, including flying snakes and rainstorm-resistant mosquitoes, revealing insights into energy, flexibility, and water repellency. As researchers gain a deeper understanding of these phenomena, they apply this knowledge to cutting-edge technology, integrating biology, engineering, physics, and robotics to unravel the fascinating mechanics of animal locomotion.

Barry Mullins isn't the sharpest tool in the box. But he has a particular talent - he knows how to fight.

"In this inclusive, illustrated history and guide to skin care and beauty, journalist and founder of Very Good Light David Yi teaches us that self-care, wellness, and feeling beautiful transcends time, boundaries, and binaries - and that pretty boys can change the world."-- Provided by publisher

The most acclaimed European graphic novel of the last ten years, Epileptic is David B.'s story of his brother's battle with epilepsy - but it turns into a penetrating and sometimes lacerating self-examination on the author's part, as he delves into his own complex emotions and his family's troubled history, as well as his own youthful fantasy life.

Heir to the wise Daniel, Hasib is a young woodcutter promised to a great future. When his greedy companions abandon him in the middle of the forest, he meets the Queen of the serpents. She then tells her story, a fabulous adventure filled with gods and demons, princes and prophets. We find Prince Janshah madly in love with Shamsa, the bird woman of King Solomon. Love and perjury, epic battles and giant spiders ensue... From Kabul to Cairo, journeys intertwine with intrigues and spiritual quests while the fabulous nights follow one another. An enchanting and intricately designed interpretation of the story of Hasib Karim ad-Dim, through which fragment of the giant tale David Beauchard opens us the gates of the Thousand and One Nights.

An historical/political thriller/romance comic book set in the port city of Fiume that was separated from Italy and given to the newly formed nation of Czechoslovakia after World War 1.

Whitewashing the Movies addresses the popular attention of excluding Asian actors from playing Asian characters in film. Including movies such as Ghost in the Shell and Aloha, media activists and critics have denounced contemporary decisions to cast White actors to play Asians and Asian Americans. The purpose of this book is to theorize the popularly used concept of "whitewashing" in stories that subjectify White identities at the expense of Asian/American stories and characters.

The Auntie & Niece Book celebrates the very special bond shared between auntie and niece! Written by a real-life auntie, The Auntie & Niece Book was inspired by her beautiful niece, and captures the love, fun, hopes and dreams that all aunties can share for their own niece. With its beautiful illustrations, this picture book can be gifted on special occasions, or simply enjoyed whenever an auntie and niece get together!

In the beginning, there was a light. The small glow of an immortal firefly. He was tasked with watching and relaying the story of the human race. Now, after many millennia, the firefly speaks... Return to the start. Meet the first boy to ever live as described by an insect who knew him. Then traverse the cosmos. Explore myriad little legends, tiny tales from across all time. In his second collection of poetry and short fiction, Mo David crafts a wandering world of new mythologies, aching despairs, and wavering hopes. This book is an act of treason, an act of disobedience, and most of all, an act of faith.

In this continuing spin-off of his award-wining masterpiece Epileptic, David B. focuses once again on his relationship with his ailing brother, but delves deeper into their fantasy life and obsession with history. In the second installment, the two become fascinated by the Papuan Wars, and David discovers odd metaphorical parallels between those long-ago events and rituals and his brother's struggle with his disease. Part of the Ignatz Series.