Best Selling Books by Paul Mason

Explores the basics of computer search and research, explaining the difference between search and research, how to search and how to organize the results of a search to turn them into research.

Presents an overview of the sport of skiing, including technique, equipment, guidelines, resources, and safety concerns.

As twentieth-century city planners invested in new transportation systems to deal with urban growth, they ensured that the automobile rather than mass transit would dominate transportation. Combining an exploration of planning documents, sociological studies, and popular culture, Paul Fotsch shows how our urban infrastructure developed and how it has shaped American culture ever since. Watching the Traffic Go By emphasizes the narratives underlying our perceptions of innovations in transportation by looking at the stories we have built around these innovations. Fotsch finds such stories in the General Motors "Futurama" exhibit at the 1939 World''s Fair, debates in Munsey''s magazine, films such as Double Indemnity, and even in footage of the O. J. Simpson chase along Los Angeles freeways. Juxtaposed with contemporaneous critiques by Lewis Mumford, Theodor Adorno, and Max Horkheimer, Fotsch argues that these narratives celebrated new technologies that fostered stability for business and the white middle class. At the same time, transportation became another system of excluding women and the poor, especially African Americans, by isolating them in homes and urban ghettos. A timely, interdisciplinary analysis, Watching the Traffic Go By exposes the ugly side of transportation politics through the seldom-used lens of popular culture.

Can you lick your own elbow? Could you pick up a car? Can you sneeze faster than a cheetah? This book takes a fun look at the human body by asking and answering a series of quirky yet thought-provoking questions such as these Although primarily a recreational read, the book nevertheless contains a wealth of fascinating information and bizarre facts about the human body that readers will be sure to find captivating."

Sharks—sleek, fast-moving predators with powerful jaws—can take care of themselves, right? Wrong! Thanks to humans, many shark species are officially endangered and some iconic sharks even face extinction. This has happened through demand for shark fin soup, big-game fishing, ocean pollution, and other threats to their survival. Discover why sharks need our protection and why we need them. True stories and fascinating science combined with superb photographs explain how these incredible hunters have become the hunted—and also how we can protect them in the future.

Describes the issues with the growing urbanization of the world, including unsafe and unsanitary conditions, shortages of resources, and pollution problems.

Sharks are powerful, super-efficient eating machines. But how do they hunt? Discover the specialized features and tactics they use to capture prey, such as touch-sensitive teeth to identify food, an upper jaw that unhinges from the skull, and a vast array of specialized teeth. Meet all kinds of species, from the fearsome great white and hammerhead to the super-fast shortfin mako and the attack-launching angel shark. Brilliant photographs, clear diagrams, and spellbinding facts tell all about these mighty, deep-sea operators.

Examines mankind''s exploration of outer space, from early rockets, through the competition to land on the moon first, to the cooperative efforts leading to an international space station.

Discusses the characteristics of the pop art movement which began in the 1950s and 1960s and presents biographies of eleven pop artists.

Lammas (or Lughnasa) is now one of the most obscure of the eight festivals of the witches'' Wheel of the Year. This book features practical advice on how to celebrate the festival, themes to explore, recipes, incense, spells, traditional types of divination, and information about several full rituals.

This engaging series examines places around the globe where life is anything but serene.

Chances are, when you think of sharks, it''s the great white or hammerhead that swim into view! But the world''s oceans hold around 500 different species of sharks, and some are extremely bizarre. Check out sharks with strong fins used to crawl on land, a whip-like tail to stun fish, a saw-like snout, and cunning seaweed camouflage. Meet the owners of these cool features and find out how they use them. Superb photographs and action-packed text take you down to the depths to view an array of fascinating but rarely seen creatures.

Explore the unique world of dinosaurs in coastal habitats. Spread-by-spread match-ups pit different dinosaur species against one another in battles that are scientifically accurate. Fact files give report writers all the info they need at a glance.

An authoritative and highly readable book on this popular species.

Contents: Battle with Gravity; What is mountain biking?; Getting started; Bike Types; Biking Equipment; Bike Setup; Riding Style; Technique; Mountain Bike Muscle; Training Diary; Cross Training; Eating for Fitness; Racing Fuel; Support Crew; The Biking Year; Starting to Race; Race preparation; Big Competitions; The Racing Experience; Pro Rider; World Champions.

Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, from wolves down to tiny chihuahuas. Join your canine guide for a trip through his family album. You''ll meet all sorts of interesting breeds along the way, and find out a few family secrets as well!

Engage with the people in your community through 25 activities and projects designed to get you out into your neighborhood. Clean a neighbor''s car, walk a dog, organize a block party, clean up the trash, and more. Discover great ways to make new friends and give back.

Discover a habitat filled with steaming swamps and crawling with dinosaurs fighting to survive. Spread-by-spread match-ups pit species against one another in scientifically accurate battles, while fact files give report writers all the info they need at a glance.

A dark, triangular fin slicing through the water can be a terrifying sight. Read the stories of the brave (and lucky) people who have survived real-life shark attacks, such as spearfisher Rodney Fox, who was grabbed by a great white, and Mick Fanning, attacked during a surfing contest. Find out which shark species are involved, what causes attacks, how dolphins have saved people, how to fight back, and much more. Fascinating facts and brilliant photography capture the drama, but don''t worry—you are more likely to be struck by lightning than to be bitten by a shark!

The awesome tricks and skillful moves of street soccer athletes are taking the urban sports scene by storm. Make sure it''s on your radar! Inside you''ll find these features: Blog Spot Read about a week in the life of a professional street soccer player! Five-Minute Interview Get the lowdown from street soccer coach and On the Radar expert Darren Laver. Top Five Check out five of the best street soccer games!

The windswept prairie was once a dramatic landscape where dinosaurs roamed. Spread-by-spread match-ups pit dinosaur species against each other in scientifically accurate battles. Fact files give report writers all the info they need at a glance.

The world is full of amazing animals, but some u0093factsu0094 about them often seem too strange to be true. Do goldfish really have short memories? Is cow flatulence really ruining the ozone layer? This book takes a magnifying glass to some of the wildest things people say about animals to find the truth behind the exaggerations, misunderstandings, or even lies we accidentally spread as fact. Fact boxes throughout the book help readers separate the facts from fiction, and entertaining cartoons and illustrations add to the animal fun.

Turn off the screens and reconnect in real life with friends and family. Readers will be inspired to host a tea party, draw a family tree, interview interesting people, and save the planet before bedtime with 25 activities and projects to do with others.

Take a peek beneath the canopy of prehistoric forests to discover the world of dinosaurs. Spread-by-spread battles pit species against one another in scientifically accurate battles, while fact files give report writers the info they need at a glance.

Budding filmmakers, television producers, directors, writers, and students get a crash course on the independent production scene in this riveting account of the business and its key players. Now revised to reflect the latest production trends in the entertainment industry, this book is packed with never-before-revealed secrets about the challenging and exciting role producers play in bringing a film or television pilot to the screen, told by two veteran, award-winning producers. Readers will learn what skills and traits they need to succeed as the mastermind behind an independent production, including insider tips on how to assemble and manage a talented ensemble of writers, directors, actors, and crew-members. The book also includes up-to-date contact information for film festivals and foreign distributors, as well as sample budgets, film partnership proposals, and other forms. Aspiring film and television artists will find the practical understanding and insight vital to success.

What sort of footprint are you leaving on the environment? Do you have a heavy footprint or a light footprint? Everything we do and everything we use has an impact on the environment. Heavy footprints harm the environment and use lots of natural resources. Light footprints harm the environment as little as possible and use fewer natural resources. Read the Environmental Footprints series to decide what type of footsteps you want to take in the future! In How Big Is Your Water Footprint? read about what makes up a travel footprint and the effect this has on the environment. Discover ways to reduce your travel footprint and live sustainably. Special Features Rethink! feature offer ways to lighten your footprints Case studies give real-life examples of heavy-footprint and light-footprint actions. Book jacket.

What sort of footprint are you leaving on the environment? Do you have a heavy footprint or a light footprint? Everything we do and everything we use has an impact on the environment. Heavy footprints harm the environment and use lots of natural resources. Light footprints harm the environment as little as possible and use fewer natural resources. Read the Environmental Footprints series to decide what type of footsteps you want to take in the future! In How Big Is Your Food Footprint? read about what makes up a food footprint and the effect this has on the environment. Discover ways to reduce your footprint and live sustainably. Special Features Rethink! feature offer ways to lighten your footprints Case studies give real-life examples of heavy-footprint and light-footprint actions. Book jacket.

Policing and the Media provides an up-to-date overview of the changing dynamics and dimensions of the relationships that exist on the British police-media nexus. Factual, fictional and factional representations of policing in the media are the major - and for a great many citizens probably the sole - influence in shaping their perceptions and opinions about crime, law and order, community safety, police efficiency and integrity, not to mention the efficacy of criminal justice and penal policy. This book deals with all three representations, noting the lines between such clear divisions are increasingly blurred and the concepts of reality, realism and representation, slippery and complex.

What sort of footprint are you leaving on the environment? Do you have a heavy footprint or a light footprint? Everything we do and everything we use has an impact on the environment. Heavy footprints harm the environment and use lots of natural resources. Light footprints harm the environment as little as possible and use fewer natural resources. Read the Environmental Footprints series to decide what type of footsteps you want to take in the future! In How Big I Your Clothing Footprint? read about what makes up a clothing footprint and the effect this has on the environment. Discover ways to reduce your clothing footprint and live sustainable. Special Features Rethink! feature offer ways to lighten your footprints Case studies give real-life examples of heavy-footprint and light-footprint actions. Book jacket.

Cars are fascinating. They''re often quick, sleek, and complex. For many automobile lovers, American supercars are a favorite. Readers of this engaging volume will learn about some of the most well-known cars made in the country. A unique and easy-to-understand layout presents stats and facts about each car in a concise way. Detailed photographs are paired with informative captions and labels that help readers understand the different features of each car. Curious readers of all ages will love learning about these exciting vehicles.

Topics covered include: equipment, technique (freestyle, butterfly, breaststroke, and backstroke), training, food and diet, competition, championships, race tactics, major competitions, being a champion.

What is snot? How is it useful? What do animals do with it? Why is there so much? Find out the science behind the green goo and it''s fascinating uses in the animal kingdom with this gross-filled guide! Highly accessible text from expert non-fiction author Paul Mason combines with fun photographs and highly amusing artwork from Tony De Saulles to create a visual feast of information. Extra facts are packed into the back of the book so you can top trump friends on your snot knowledge! Full of scientific facts, it''s also a perfect teaching tool for curious minds aged 7+ Other unmissable books in this yuk-filled series: The Poo that Animals Do The Wee that Animals Pee The Farts that Animals Parp

Chances are when you think of sharks, it’s the great white or hammerhead that swim into view. But there are more than four hundred species of sharks swimming in the oceans today. Some are very bizarre with super-long snouts or detachable jaws; others are powerful, super-eating machines. Imagine a dark, triangular fin slicing through water coming towards you! Check out . . . A shark that has a mouth big enough to fit around a double bed The special features and tactics they use to catch prey The stories of brave (and lucky) people who have survived shark attacks Why sharks need our protection to avoid extinction True stories alongside the incredible science facts take you down into the oceans'' depths to view some spectacular and fascinating sharks. Stunning photographs complete this all-around shark fest for kids!