Most Popular Books by Melvin Berger

Apples can be green, red or yellow.

Discusses the daily activities of oceanographers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and some of the current problems in oceanographic research.

Learn about how grasshoppers make their chirp noises.

"Bees are busy insects. Read this book and learn all about bees."--Back cover

An introduction to the big cats including lions, tigers, cheetahs, jaguars, and leopards.

An accomplished violinist, Berger has played in orchestras under many famous conductors, supplied program notes for concerts and recordings, taught at the City University of New York, and lectured widely. Intent on providing a guide that would help others enjoy orchestral music to the fullest, Berger (Guide to Choral Masterpieces, LJ 10/1/93) chose the entries by studying the programs of orchestral concerts and music radio stations, perusing CD catalogs, and seeking the opinions of various eminent musicians, as well as drawing from his own background in music. Each entry begins with a short sketch detailing the circumstances surrounding the creation of a composition; a brief analysis of its form and occasionally a delightful anecdote are also included. An appendage of "75 more masterpieces" generally given a sentence each seems like a tease. Perhaps Berger should think of doing a supplement that would give proper treatment to those additional works. Essentially an endeavor of personal taste, this guide may inspire readers to investigate similarly well-done works, such as D. Kern Holoman''s Evenings with the Orchestra (Norton, 1992). Recommended as a succinct guide for academic and public libraries. Kathleen Sparkman, Baylor Univ., Waco, Tex. -- Library Journal.

Explains how to learn about stars, constellations, comets, and other astronomical phenomena by studying the sky without a telescope.

Introduction to turtles and where they live.

Simple explanations of confusing concepts about space.

A scientific approach to viewing the world of music, including the role of physics in sound, chemistry in creating an instrument, or technological advances in recording and playback.

Discusses garbage removal and recycling.

Jokes with a Halloween theme.

Covers the history of flight, from Leonardo da Vinci to modern jumbo jets.

Student Book

Provides answers to such questions about various species of whales and dolphins as "Do all whales have teeth?", "How long do most whales live?", "Why do dolphins whistle?", and "Can dolphins save humans?"

Wintertime survival strategies of several different animals.

Describes the activities of foxes during different seasons of the year.

Describes in simple scientific detail how the body heals itself when cuts, scratches, and scrapes occur.

Many animals migrate to warmer places in the fall.

Introduction to penguins and where they live.

Describes various tools and methods used by scientists in studying biology.

Book about metamorphosis.

Describes the work done in clinical and research laboratories within medical centers and the specific jobs of the various lab personnel.

Some animals hibernate in fall.

Introduction to bears and where they live.

Discusses the uses of computers in such areas as crime fighting, space flight, and medicine.

The moon is our closest neighbor in the solar system. Read and discover all about the moon. -- back cover.

Basic information on our solar system, its components, their movements, and their likely history.

Leaves turn different colors in autumn.

Describes the characteristics of spiders and the methods they use to trap their prey in webs.

Weather can be wild. Thunderstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes, and other storms can cause accidents, damage property, and injure people. Learn about what makes wild weather and what you can do to keep safe.

Glaciers start as piles of snow. The snow turns to ice.

Entries include name, acronym, formula, description, exposure standards, uses, and health effects. Also includes a listing of federal laws and agencies, terms used in the field, and sources for further information.