Best Selling Books by Steve Parker

Presents experiments and projects to demonstrate the principles of light and color.

By the time he died in 1912, Daniel H. Burnham was one of the most famous architects in America as well as an internationally renowned city planner. A contemporary of Louis Sullivan and his student, Frank Lloyd Wright, Burnham has often been characterized as a betrayer of the Chicago school of architecture that Sullivan and Wright were instrumental in defining. Thomas Hines''s book gives long-due emphasis to the artistry of Burnham and places his accomplishments in a new perspective. "Professor Hines has written what may prove to be an epoch-making book in the study of American civilization."—Reyner Banham, Times Literary Supplement "Indeed, the book as a whole is a model of the balanced portrait, sure of Burnham''s importance but always conscious of his failings."—Paul Goldberger, New York Times Book Review "In every sense this is the definitive biography, and it is long overdue."—Harry Weese, Chicago Tribune "This is a many-faceted book. Even if one were not interested in architecture or city planning, nor especially in Burnham the man, one would likely find the book rewarding because of the window it provides on a significant period of American history. . . . Hines brings alive many of the forces that were beating upon Burnham and his contemporaries, and which are shaping our lives today."—Edmund M. Bacon, Architectural Record "Hines has provided an intelligently organized, well-written, and fascinating account of Burnham''s entire career. The analysis [is] a model of scholarship, good judgment, and literary grace that satisfies a long felt need."—Kenneth T. Jackson, American Historical Review

This book considers reproduction as a central feature of all living things. We will look at the reproductive systems of men and women, showing how the parts of each system link together for the process of reproduction. We will also trace the stages in the development of a new individual, from the merging of male and female genetic material to birth and beyond.

Introduces the reader to the most well-know group of animals, from the mighty whale to the tiny shrew.

Depicts the anatomy and internal structure of twenty-one animals and explains the intricate workings of each.

Four amazing chapters in The Animal Book: In Prehistoric Giants, meet the mega monsters that have ruled our planet throughout history. Awesome Animals shows how many creatures go to extremes to rise above the rest in the fight for survival. Find out which animals are prepared to fight tooth and claw when it comes to the crunch, with weapons ranging from lethal toxins to electro-senses in Deadly Nature. Finally, Amazing Nature takes a look at the breathtaking drama of nature''s spectacular events, such as elephant processions.

Discover the story of human and animal skeletons-their evolution, structure, and function with DK Eyewitness Books: Skeleton. The skeleton is the framework of the body as it supports, moves, and protects us. It examines in detail the construction of the skull, spine and rib cage, hands, arms, legs, and feet and comapres us to the bones of birds, reptiles, fish, and mammals. Learn about the 206 different bones and how they function in you! The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures.

"This leveled text is a version of Freestyle: Body talk: Pump it up!"--T.p. verso.

This book explains how the body''s circulatory and respiratory systems work and shows how they are essential for life. We take a close look at how we breathe and speak, how the heart beats, and how blood works. We will also consider problems that can occur with the heart and lungs and what can be done to keep them healthy.

Provides a biography of Albert Einstein, traces the development of his ideas, and assesses their impact on science and society

Describes the characteristics and behavior of sharks, marlin, tuna, catfish, piranhas, rays, monkfish, pufferfish, and anglerfish

Looks at how the human brain works, including memory and learning as well as brain and nerve diseases.

Take a new look at the human body. Find out how your body''s control systems work and how you can affect them. Using interesting photos and facts, this book will really make you think about your body and the amazing things that go on inside you every second. You''ll never feel the same way about yourself!

Originally published: London: David West Children''s Books, 2005.

Examines the world of fishes--from terrifying sharks to graceful seahorses--using a series of questions such as What if a lungfish crawled out of the water? and What if a coral didn''t build reefs?

Explains the workings of the major parts of the human body.

Even though the air can seem clear and clean, sometimes there is something lurking where the human eye cannot see. Read this title to find out about the type of microlife that makes us ill.

Explores the lives of dinosaurs and how they disappeared. See & Explore Library.

These four Factfinders titles introduce an exciting new reference series that are sure to entice young readers by putting the wonders of the world at your fingertips. With over 30,000 terms and more than 4,000 detailed, eye-catching illustrations, these comfortable and comprehensive reference volumes provide definitions, diagrams, maps, and handy fast facts throughout. From the habits and habitats of the earth''s animals to the mysterious reaches of outer space, from the marvels of human anatomy to the drama of the past, Factfinders are your guides to knowledge and discovery.

New Look! Relaunched with new jackets and 8 pages of new text! The skeleton is the framework of the body. It supports, moves, and protects, allowing us to walk, run, jump, and swim. Eyewitness Skeleton brings its complexity and ingenuity of design vividly to life. Starting with the human skeleton, it explains how each set of bones functions. It examines in detail the construction of the skull, spine and rib cage, hands, arms, legs, and feet. Comparisons are drawn with the bones of birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, and mammals. See the 206 different bones in the human body, how your skull differs from a lion''s or a chimp''s, how teeth grow, and what each one is for, and what the inside of a bone looks like. Learn how bones mend themselves when they break, why half the bones in your body are in your hands and feet, how many toes a horse has and what has happened to the tail you once had. Discover which are the smallest bones in the human body, why some creatures wear their skeletons on the outside and what animal once owned the oldest bones ever found on Earth. And much, much more!

Describes what causes things to rot, and examines the types of insects and microlife that survive on rotting items.

Take a journey into the weird and wonderful world of the weather! Prepare to be swept off your feet by the wind and experience all the different types of wild weather first hand! From sunshine to snow, rain to hurricanes, brush up on how our weather works, and find out exactly how it shapes our planet. With a quiz included at the back of the book, readers can test themselves on the knowledge they have learned! Packed with lively illustrations to reveal the wonderful weather, this delightful factual picture book is perfect for a child to read with a parent or to explore independently.

The great white shark is the biggest predatory fish on Earth. Its formidable teeth and ability to swim up to 37 miles (60 km) per hour make it a deadly enemy. Readers can check out the great white shark up close, as well as 19 other amazing species of shark. Full-color photographs introduce readers to the teeth, fins, and other body adaptations that make sharks some of the coolest animals out there. Fact boxes detail each sharku0092s behaviors, including hunting practices, and statistics telling their lifespan, size, and range.

Discover the properties and uses of water with these experiments.

A complete guide to the one organ in the body that makes each of us what we are - unique individuals.

Every time you visit a garden you walk over a microjungle! The soil under your feet is wriggling with living things. Some are too small for our own eyes to see. This title gives you a close-up look at the types of microlife that lives n the soil all around us.

World in Newton''s time.

One of the most famous events in Warhammer 40,000 history is explored in depth. See the fall and rise of the Crimson Fists as they battle orks on their home world. When the ork hordes of Warlord Snagrod lay waste to the planet of Badlanding and wipe out the Crimson Fists sent to stop them, Chapter Master Kantor prepare a hasty line of defence on the Fists home planet of Rynn''s World. Tragedy strikes when an errant missile destroys the Space Marine''s Chapter monastery, killing most of their warriors. With a handful of Crimson Fists left, Kantor must fight the campaign of his life, to defeat Snagrod''s orks and prevent his Chapter''s annihilation.

"Provides an in-depth look at the M109A6 Paladin, with detailed cross-section diagrams, action photos, and fascinating facts"--Provided by publisher.

Explains how lasers work, describes ways in which they have revolutionized our lives, and predicts how they may be used in the future.

This book explains how the human body takes in food and breaks it down, absorbs the useful parts from it, and then gets rid of the waste. We will look at digestive problems and consider what makes up a healthy diet. We will discover how properly balanced nutrition can benefit all the systems of the body.

How do you know if you are allergic to something? What kinds of things are people allergic to? What happens when a person has an allergic reaction? This book examines a broad range of allergies, including hay fever, rhinitis, food allergies, skin allergies, and allergies to chemicals or insect stings. Read about the causes of allergies and the current medications available. Get the facts about what it is like to live with allergies every day.

Discusses traditional and developing ways of using water power and ways to preserve this precious resource.

This book introduces the microscopic world of bacteria and examines how bacteria move, feed, and reproduce.

Eyewitness: Electricity presents the story of electricity — from the earliest discoveries to the technologies of today — explaining how our eyes receive light rays and turn them into electrical signals, how the chemicals in batteries work, how the invention of electric motors allowed for the creation of household appliances, what happens when you tune in the radio, and more. The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures.