"Using clever examples, vivid imagery, and clear diagrams, this fun guidebook to muscles and bones will keep readers engaged while teaching them all about how their bodies hold together, move, and grow stronger."--
John Barndon Books
John Farndon is an internationally recognized author specializing in popular science, with a particular focus on nature and environmental issues. His expertise extends to works that explore the history of ideas and ignite intellectual curiosity. Farndon's books, often serving as reference works, have a global reach, engaging a wide audience from children to adults. His distinctive style simplifies complex subjects, establishing him as a significant voice in popular science literature.
"With clever text, vibrant illustrations, and simple diagrams, this book gives readers a look into their circulatory and respiratory systems. Humorous text and imagery make this complex topic fun and engaging."--
In Extreme Fire and Flood each of these twin disasters occupies half the book. The causes of fires (mostly human) are described, along with diverse effects on people and natural environments. The same pattern is followed for coastal and river flooding, with detailed stories of some of the most devastating disasters that have hit our planet.