Most Popular Books by Steve Parker

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.

Examines some of the fastest vehicles, including stock cars, rocket planes, powerboats, and high speed trains.

Provides an introduction to the endocrine system, focusing on the human body''s major hormones, the organs affected by them, and various illnesses that can occur.

Details the life and work of Marie Curie from early childhood to the discovery of radium and her two Nobel Prizes.

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

Introduces the reader to one of the most common groups of animals, from the large, flightless ostrich to the tuneful nightingale.

Birds, mammals and waterlife are portrayed in their habitats, such as the Arctic, a European woodland, and American desert, African grasslands, South American tropical rainforest, Australian outback, and polar seas.

Discover how living things evolve or change over time to become more suited to their environment.

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.

100 things you should know about Dinosaurs takes you on a journey of discovery through one of the most thrilling periods of natural history. Exactly 100 facts, accompanied by detailed artwork, reveal what life for dinosaurs was really like. Throughout there are puzzles, quizzes, and projects--design a dinosaur mask, make a moving model, and create a meteorite smash.

In the distant future, the enemies of mankind threaten Earth''s existence, and only superhuman warriors serving the glory of the Emperor can defend humanity against the invading hordes.

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.

On the brutal battlefields of the 41st millennium, the life of an Imperial Guardsman is harsh and short, yet they take their place in the massed ranks of the Emperors armies and against all enemies--at all costs. Original.

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.

A look at our respiratory system.

100 of nature’s most colourful creatures are profiled and photographed in a major new book on animal disguise and display.

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

An introduction to the fungi kingdom that discusses the main kinds of fungi, physical features, reproductive methods, human fungal diseases, and other related topics.

Take a new look at the human body. Find out what happens to the food you eat as it makes its journey through your body. 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!

Describes how different kinds of vehicles and their wheels have developed throughout history, from chariots to trucks to the Bullet Train.

Describes the history of the procedure, discusses when and how it is done, and relates the reasons why it is used and the reasons it may fail.

Here is an original and exciting new look at the fascinating natural world of ponds and rivers. Stunning real-life photographs of fish, water beetles, frogs, underwater weeds and more offer a unique "eyewitness" view of the natural history of plants and animals that live in and around freshwater habitats. See how a trout develops from its egg, how a dragonfly nymph changes into a dragonfly, what plants look like under the water, and how waterbirds camouflage themselves. Learn how a dragonfly nymph catches its food, why a caddis fly makes a case from sticks and shells, why kingfisher eggs have no camouflage markings. Discover how to distinguish the difference between toad spawn and frog spawn, how underwater nests are made, how a salmon climbs a weir, which insect can walk on water, and much, much more.

Takes children on a gripping journey of discovery. Young minds will be amazed by fascinating facts about powerful machines, mysterious magnets, and towering buildings. -- back cover.

Investigates the internal workings of animals, with drawings of dissections and cartoons illustrating how the animals'' bodies work, including chapters on invertebrates, insects, fish, amphibians, birds, and mammals.

How do forces work in the world? Find out the different ways in this fact-filled title.

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

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

Describes the scientific principals of electricity and magnetism by using experiments and real-life examples.

In the grim Warhammer 40,000 universe, an armored company is sent to recover a long-lost battle tank from a planet overrrun with orks, in a tale of savage warfare by the author of Rebel Winter. Original.

Text and photographs trace the evolution of the written word, how the alphabet grew out of pictures, the development of papermaking, bookbinding, children''s books, and more.

Illustrations and text present information about various types of aircraft: hot-air balloons, airships, gliders, helicopters, cargo planes, and airliners.

Photographs and text detail how mammals, birds, fishes, and insects disguise themselves with different kinds of camouflage in order to survive.

"Presents the science behind sound including dragster races, rock concerts, and rockets"--Provided by publisher.

Why do bugs stay so small, have lots of legs, lay lots of eggs, live in groups, change shape, or need wings? Children are fascinated by insects and other creepy crawlies, and this book will answer the questions they often ask - as well as some they might not have thought of! Simple and informative text explains how different bugs live and why they behave as they do.

Discusses the evolution, structure, and function of the human and animal skeletal systems.