Kingfisher Knowledge
6 total works
"Kingfisher Knowledge" is a groundbreaking series for readers hungry for information on today's hot topics. Lively, engaging text, packed with information, accompanies stunning photographs that enhance each chapter. Amazing, state-of-the-art digital artwork guides readers into the fascinating heart of the subject. This learning adventure does not stop there - information panels throughout lead the reader to further discovery. Each chapter offers website links, book lists, places to visit and career information. "Epidemics & Plagues" takes an in-depth look at epidemics and plagues past and present, finding out about the big killer diseases and what happens when they spread rapidly and affect large numbers of people. It conveys the sad yet gripping histories of the Black Death of 13th-century Europe, the Great Plague of London, the devastating smallpox epidemics of 18th-century America and the flu epidemic that followed the First World War. It peers under the microscope at the agents that cause smallpox, influenza, cholera, tuberculosis, AIDS and malaria, examines the science to find out why they spread so quickly and what might be done to stop them.
It also looks at history and legend to get an idea of why people have always been so frightened by the threat of epidemics and plagues.
It also looks at history and legend to get an idea of why people have always been so frightened by the threat of epidemics and plagues.
Did you know that in one drop of blood there are 250 million red cells and 16 million platelets but only 375,000 white cells? Marvel at the wonders of the human body, from the tiniest cells to the awesome power of the brain. DK Guide to Human Body is a vivid, cutting-edge look at how our bodies work and will change the way you look at yourself forever.
KFK Genes & DNA explores the intricate mysteries of this exciting science. From the basics of genes and their function as the code for life, through variations in families and inheritance, to the wide-ranging applications of DNA technology, find out how genes and DNA work. Investigate forensics, gene therapy, cloning, and genetic engineering, and discover fascinating insights into the biology of the world around us.
Explore a fascinating miniature world you never knew existed! This title explores the lives of the tiny creatures that live around youn, in you and even on you! Ages 9+.