Scientific nomenclature and classification Books

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  • Spiders

    HarperCollins Publishers Spiders

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA handy, pocket-sized guide to 220 of the world's spiders, Gem Spiders is the perfect introduction to these creepy-crawlies'There are approximately 35,000 known species of spider in the world, but it is estimated that the true number in existence could be nearer 70,000. They occur everwhere naturally and, because of their sharp bite and venom, they are one of the most successful groups of animal. Each entry includes:A photograph of the spider and details of any distinguishing features which may help identificationInformation on size, web, habitat, distribution range and the times of the year when it is most likely to be spottedAn icon shows the potency of each spider's venomEach species is sorted by family and illustrated with a symbol, enabling you to quickly find what you are looking for. There is a detailed introduction which covers aspects of spiders' natural history, their relatives, anatomy, the production and uses of silk.From the Goliath Tarantula to the patu digua, this photographic guide is the perfect introduction for those who want to learn about these fascinating creatures.

    10 in stock

    £6.99

  • Collins Tree Guide

    HarperCollins Publishers Collins Tree Guide

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe definitive, fully-illustrated guide to the trees of Britain and non-Mediterranean Europe.This brand-new field guide to the trees of northern Europe contains some of the finest original tree illustrations ever produced. The introduction contains illustrations of the main leaves, buds, and firs you are likely to find, and these provide the starting point for identification by leading you to a ''key'' species.Within each tree family there is a list of key species and a guide to the most important features to look for when identifying a particular tree from that family. Then individual species are clearly described and a detailed illustration is given on the same page.Covering all the tree species found outside the major arboretums, from the olive tree to the eucalyptus, this is one of the most important tree guides to have appeared in the last 20 years. The illustrations are annotated with essential identification features, and the text highlights the most important things to look for

    4 in stock

    £21.25

  • The Periodic Table Illustrated

    Amber Books Ltd The Periodic Table Illustrated

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Collins Butterfly Guide The Most Complete Guide

    HarperCollins Publishers Collins Butterfly Guide The Most Complete Guide

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis classic guide to the butterflies of Britain and northern Europe enters its third edition as part of the authoritative Collins Guide series.This comprehensive guide to the butterflies of Britain and Europe features over 400 species, depicting both male and female insects. Species descriptions include details on taxonomic nomenclature, distribution, flight period, variation, habitat, behaviour and life cycle. Subspecies are included where there is significant variation, and distribution maps accompany each widespread species.Illustrated by Richard Lewington, the world''s leading butterfly illustrator, this is an ideal field guide for travelling naturalists and butterfly enthusiasts alike and is an essential addition to every nature lover''s bookshelves.Trade Review'Richard Lewington's illustrations are magnificent…Tom Tolman's text is excellent’New Scientist 'The identification plates are without equal in any modern field guide to butterflies'Centre for Biodiversity Studies, Milwaukee Public Museum

    10 in stock

    £17.99

  • The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known

    Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Inc The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisWith more than 1 million copies sold worldwide, The Elements is the most entertaining, comprehensive, and visually arresting book on all 118 elements in the periodic table.Includes a poster of Theodore Gray's iconic photographic periodic table of the elements!Based on seven years of research and photography by Theodore Gray and Nick Mann, The Elements presents the most complete and visually arresting representation available to the naked eye of every atom in the universe. Organized sequentially by atomic number, every element is represented by a big beautiful photograph that most closely represents it in its purest form. Several additional photographs show each element in slightly altered forms or as used in various practical ways. Also included are fascinating stories of the elements, as well as data on the properties of each, including atomic number, atomic symbol, atomic weight, density, atomic radius, as well as scales for electron filling order, state of matter, and an atomic emission spectrum.This of solid science and stunning artistic photographs is the perfect gift book for every sentient creature in the universe.

    2 in stock

    £15.19

  • Insects

    HarperCollins Publishers Insects

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.Trade Review‘ … is a gem.’Carmarthen Journal

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Collins Complete British Mushrooms and Toadstools

    HarperCollins Publishers Collins Complete British Mushrooms and Toadstools

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisCollins Complete Guide to British Muchrooms and Toadstools allows everyone to identify mushrooms found in Britain and Ireland. The book is illustrated with beautiful photographs throughout, featuring the species you are most likely to see.By only covering Britain and Ireland, fewer species are included than in many broader European guides, making it quicker and easier for the reader to accurately identify what they have found.Extensive details on size, shape and colour are given and over 1,500 photographs help you identify each species.This is the essential photographic guide to the mushrooms and toadstools of Britain and Ireland.Trade ReviewPraise for the Collins Complete series: 'Wonderfully descriptive photographs'BBC Wildlife ‘Whether you are a keen amateur or someone with a passing interest, this book will satisfy your needs.’The Sea 'Packs in lots of well-chosen detail in compact form'British Wildlife Magazine

    Out of stock

    £17.09

  • British Insects A photographic guide to every

    HarperCollins Publishers British Insects A photographic guide to every

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA photographic field guide to 1,500 species of insects found in Britain and IrelandA photographic field guide to all the common and some unusual species of insects across Britain that the keen amateur naturalist is likely to spot. Over 1,500 species are illustrated with detailed photographs chosen for their help in identification.Includes photographs of larvaeEach section is coded with a symbol for easy referenceDifferences between similar species are highlighted to avoid confusionInformation given on when to look and where to find each speciesInsect groups dealt with include butterflies and moths, mayflies, dragonflies, damselflies, grasshoppers, crickets, earwigs, lacewings, bugs, bees, wasps, ants and beetles, all with keys to ensure accurate identification.Trade Review‘An excellent resource’BBC Wildlife ‘The best starting point for any insect study’Wildlife and Countryside

    7 in stock

    £17.99

  • Collins Fungi Guide The most complete field guide

    HarperCollins Publishers Collins Fungi Guide The most complete field guide

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe sixth title in the bestselling Collins Guide series, this book covers the fungi of the British Isles, with considerable relevance for Europe and the wider temperate world.Leading mycological artists have been specially commissioned to ensure accurate, detailed illustrations. Where possible, species are described and illustrated on the same page, with up-to-date authoritative text aiding identification. Nearly 2,400 species are illustrated in full colour, with detailed notes on how to correctly identify them, including details of similar, confusing species. Illustrations of young and mature fruiting bodies are included where necessary, and key features are highlighted for quick and easy reference.Written by one of Europe''s leading mycologists and horticultural scientists, Stefan Buczacki, and illustrated by two of the world''s leading natural history illustrators, Chris Shields and Denys Ovenden, this is the ultimate field guide for mushroom and toadstool lovers.Trade Review‘What a great book. It adds a needed publication for the amateur's library which goes beyond other field guides. The illustrations of crust fungi are excellent and it is a pleasure to see them receive their rightful place in a fungal manual. I am sure you will stimulate many to look at the lower Basidiomycetes in a different light and overcome that fear of looking for and at them. Great stuff! […] A book which should be in lots of naturalists’ hands, not just field mycologists. I would gladly recommend [it] to anyone attending my forays and to my apprentices.’ Prof Roy Watling MBE, DSc., FRSE [Former Head of Mycology and Plant Pathology and sometime Acting Regius Keeper at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Edinburgh] ‘There are some great images here to delight us […] this book will bring hundreds of new, rare or unusual species to the attention of the general reader, with the added bonus of their up-to-date names.’ Field Mycology journal (British Mycological Society)

    4 in stock

    £23.39

  • The Variety of Life

    Oxford University Press The Variety of Life

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe Variety of Life can be read at many levels. Not least it is an extraordinary inventory - an illustrated summary of all the Earthly creatures that have ever lived. Whatever living thing you come across, from E coli to an oak tree or an elephant, The Variety of Life will show you what kind of creature it is, and how it relates to all others. Yet there are far too many creatures to present merely as a catalogue. The list of species already described is vast enough - nearly two million - but there could in reality be as many as 30 million different animals, plants, fungi and protists - and perhaps another 400 million different bacteria and archaea. In the 4,000 million years or so since life first began on Earth, there could have been several thousand billion different species. The only way to keep track of so many is to classify - placing similar creatures into categories, which nest within larger categories, and so on. As the centuries have passed, so it has become clear that the difTrade ReviewReview from previous edition The first part of The Variety of Life provides an excellent discussion and explanation of the systematisation of life, which is far from being static and boring. * The Herald 09/02/00 *This is much more thatn a beautifilly illustrated, engagingly written catalogue * The Independent 09/03/2002 *..wonderful encyclopedic "labour of love". * The Herald 09/02/2000 *Hopefully, the success The Variety of Life deserves will help encourage us "to share (our planet) with so many goodly creatures". * The Herald 09/02/2000 *The Variety of Life is far more than just another good popular science book. It's a celebration of the "huge privilege" it is to share the planet with so many fantastical creatures. * Independent Weekend 08/04/00 *Taxonomy may sound dull, but Tudge makes a brilliant case for it. A seasoned science writer with a delightfully light touch, he can make the most arcane subject appealing... a beautifully illustrated introduction to everything that's ever lived. * Independent Weekend 08/04/00 *...exceptionally clear, user-friendly, and up-to-date...a valuable introduction to the higher classification of organisms and an easily accessible reference work to the entire spread of biodiversity. * Edward O. Wilson, Harvard University *...For all natural historians and anyone professing biology The Variety of Life is a must * Douglas Palmer, Amazon.co.uk January 2000 *Throughout the book, which one might expect to be dryly taxonomical, he inserts adjectives like "fascinating", "marvellous", and "extraordinary". I will let his own words describe his book. * Richard Ellis, The Times 16th March 2000 *This book is a remarkable achievement, giving an authoritative overview of the whole of life in a readable way that should be accessible to anyone with an interest in natural history. Find an excuse to buy it. * Bulletin of the British Ecological Society 2000 *...this is a lovely and accessible book...It will be hugely valuable as a source-book for student libraries, and highly informative for any enthusiastic lay naturalist curious about the life around them and the fossils beneath them. * Nature September 2000 *The book is excellently produced, can be recommended unreservedly to all interested in the life sciences (especially molecular biologists), and is remarkably good value for money. * Galton Insitute Newsletter September 2000 *Table of ContentsCLASSIFICATION AND THE SEARCH FOR ORDER; THE NATURAL ORDER: DARWIN'S DREAM AND HENNIG'S SOLUTION; DATA; CLADE, GRADE, AND A PLEA FOR NONLINNEAN IMPRESSIONISM ; THE DOMAIN OF THE PROKARYOTES: BACTERIA AND ARCHAEA;THE DOMAIN OF THE NUCLEUS: THE EUCARYOTA; MUSHROOMS, MOULDS AND LICHENS: RUSTS, SMUT AND ROT: THE KINGDOM OF THE FUNGI;THE ANIMALS; ANEMONES, CORALS, JELLYFISH AND SEA-PENS; CLAMS AND COCKLES, SNAILS AND SLUGS, OCTOPUS AND SQUIDS; ANIMALS WITH JOINTED LEGS; LOBSTERS, CRABS, SHRIMPS, BARNACLES AND MANY MORE BESIDES; THE INSECTS; SPIDERS, SCORPIONS, MITES, WATER-SCORPIONS, HORSESHOE CRABS, AND SEA SPIDERS; STARFISH AND BRITTLE STARS, SEA URCHINS AND SAND DOLLARS, SEA LILIES, SEA DAISIES AND SEA CUCUMBERS; SEA-SQUIRTS, LANCELETS, AND VERTEBRATES; SHARKS, RAYS AND CHIMAERAS; THE RAY-FINNED BONY FISH; LOBEFINS AND TETRAPODS; THE REPTILES; THE MAMMALS; LEMURS, LORISES, TARSIERS, MONKEYS AND APES: THE ORDER OF THE PRIMATES; HUMAN BEINGS AND OUR IMMEDIATE RELATIVES; THE BIRDS; THE MODERN BIRDS; THE PLANTS; THE FLOWERING PLANTS; DAISIES, ARTICHOCKES, THISTLES AND LETTUCE ; EPILOGUE ; INDEX

    15 in stock

    £38.47

  • Dows Fire and Explosion Index Hazard Classification Guide

    Wiley-Blackwell Dows Fire and Explosion Index Hazard Classification Guide

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis popular safety best-seller is designed to help the user quantify the expected damage of potential fire and explosion incidents in realistic terms, identify the equipment likely to contribute to the creation or escalation of an incident, and communicate the fire and explosion risk potential to management. Based on Dow''s Fire and Explosion Risk Analysis Program, the index provides a step-by-step, objective evaluation of the actual fire and explosion, as well as reactivity potential of process equipment and its contents.Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction: The Fire & Explosion Index System. Procedure for Risk Analysis Calculations. Selection of Pertinent Process Units. Determination of Material Factor. Process Unit Hazards Factors. General Process Hazards. Special Process Hazards. Determination of Processes Unit Hazards Factor. Determination of Fire and Explosion Index. Loss Control Credit Factors. Process Unit Risk Analysis Summary. Discussion of MPPD, BI and Plant Layout. Manufacturing Unit Risk Analysis Summary. Risk Analysis Package. Tables. 1. Material Factor Determination Guide. 2. Material Factor Temperature Adjustment. 3. Dust Explosion Penalty. 4. High Pressure Penalty for Flammable and Combustible Liquids. 5. Hot Oil Heat Exchange System Penalty. 6. Degree of Hazard for F&EI. Figures. 1. Procedure for Calculating F&EI and Other Risk Analysis Information. 2. Pressure Penalty for Flammable and Combustible Liquids. 3. Liquids or Gases in Process. 4. Liquids or Gases in Storage. 5. Combustible Solids in Storage/Dust in Process. 6. Fired Equipment Penalty. 7. Radius of Exposure. 8. Damage Factor. 9. Maximum Probable Days Outage. Forms. Fire and Explosion Index Form. Loss Control Credit Factors Form. Process Unit Risk Analysis Summary Form. Manufacturing Unit Risk Analysis Summary Form. Appendices. A. Material Factors. B. Special Material Factor Considerations for Mixtures. C. Basic Preventive and Protective Features. D. Loss Prevention Checklist. E. Equations for Damage Factor Data. F. Acronyms and Abbreviations.

    15 in stock

    £75.95

  • WCMcKern and the Midwestern Taxonomic Method

    The University of Alabama Press WCMcKern and the Midwestern Taxonomic Method

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis volume explains the deep influence of biological methods and theories on the practice of Americanist archaeology by exploring W.C. McKern's use of Linnaean taxonomy as the model for development of a pottery classification system.

    1 in stock

    £30.56

  • Computer Assisted Identification Scheme for

    CABI Publishing Computer Assisted Identification Scheme for

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisMycological paper on the computer-assisted idenfication scheme for Tervercillare Penicilliume Isolates

    Out of stock

    £72.40

  • Nomenclature of Organic Chemistry

    Royal Society of Chemistry Nomenclature of Organic Chemistry

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    Book SynopsisChemical nomenclature is used to identify a chemical species by means of written or spoken words and enables a common language for communication amongst chemists. Nomenclature for chemical compounds additionally contains an explicit or implied relationship to the structure of the compound, in order that the reader or listener can deduce the structure from the name. This purpose requires a system of principles and rules, the application of which gives rise to a systematic nomenclature. Of course, a wide range of traditional names, semisystematic or trivial, are also in use for a core group of common compounds. Detailing the latest rules and international practice, this new volume can be considered a guide to the essential organic chemical nomenclature, commonly described as the Blue Book. An invaluable source of information for organic chemists everywhere and the definitive guide for scientists working in academia or industry, for scientific publishers of books, journals and databases, Table of ContentsGeneral Principles, Rules, and Conventions; Parent Hydrides; Characteristic (Functional) and Substituent Groups; Rules for Name Construction; Selecting Preferred IUPAC Names and Constructing Names of Organic Compounds; Applications to Specific Classes of Compounds; Radicals, Ions, and Related Species; Isotopically Modified Compounds; Specification of Configuration and Conformation; Parent Structures for Natural Products and Related Compounds; References; Appendix 1; Appendix 2; Appendix 3

    Out of stock

    £166.25

  • Science Communication

    John Wiley and Sons Ltd Science Communication

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisDesigned to help the novice scientist get started with science communication, this unique guide begins with a short history of science communication before discussing the design and delivery of an effective engagement event.Trade Review“This book is an effective manual of how scientists can – and should – engage with the public.” (Watershed Sentinel, 1 July 2013) “The book is easy to read and contains many references and consulting it will improve any science communication event.” (TCE Today.com, 1 November 2013) “If you want to know more about the history of science communication, how it fits with your day job, or about other people’s experiences then this book will be of value. It is written in an academic style with references to further reading throughout. . . I would recommend this book as an introduction to sci-com.” (Microbiology Today, 30 August 2013) “Science Communication – A practical guide for scientists will be an invaluable resource for any scientist wishing to develop their scientific career by starting to engage in science communication or for those who already have experience in science communication and wish to refresh their skills.” (Nutrition Bulletin, 1 June 2013) Table of ContentsAbout the Authors ix About the Contributors xi Foreword xix Prologue xxi Acknowledgements xxiii 1 A Guide to Science Communication 1 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 The Influence of Science Societies, Charities and Organisations 2 1.3 Modern Societies and Organisations 7 1.4 Science Communication as a Discipline 7 1.5 Phases of Science Communication 9 1.6 Recent Initiatives 18 1.7 A Way Forward 19 References 19 2 Scientists Communicating with the Public 23 2.1 Introduction 23 2.2 What does ‘Science and Society’ mean for Scientists? The Changing Environment 23 2.3 Are Academics Involved in Public Engagement? 34 2.4 What is the Current Level of Science Communication by Scientists? 39 2.5 Concluding Remarks 43 References 44 Useful Websites 45 3 Encouraging Scientists to Communicate with the Public 46 3.1 Introduction 46 3.2 Science Communication: the Barriers 48 3.3 Removing Barriers and Providing Incentives 52 3.4 Seeking Advice and Support 63 3.5 Embedding PE in Your Job 67 3.6 Personal Benefits and Benefits to the Wider Society 70 References 72 4 Communication, Learning and Writing 74 4.1 Communication Theories 74 4.2 Learning and Learning Theory 75 4.3 Learning Theory Frameworks 77 4.4 Constructivism and How it Applies to Science Communication Events 77 4.5 Learning Styles 78 4.6 Model of Family Centred Learning 83 4.7 Successful Scientific Writing for the Public 85 4.8 Concluding Remarks 91 Recommended Additional Reading for Writing for the Public 91 References 91 5 Monitoring and Evaluating your Event or Activity 93 5.1 Introduction 93 5.2 Key Stages in Undertaking an Engagement Project 94 5.3 Monitoring and Evaluating 97 5.4 Undertaking Evaluation 100 5.5 Interviews 107 5.6 Focus Groups 108 5.7 Observational Research 109 5.8 Deciding Which Evaluation Tools to Use for Your Project 109 5.9 Analysing the Results 113 5.10 Reporting the Results 117 5.11 Assessing Impact 118 5.12 Ethical Issues Associated with Evaluation Projects 119 Other Useful Resources and References 119 6 Getting Started with Public Science Communication 121 6.1 Introduction 121 6.2 Understanding Your Audience 123 6.3 Taking Your First Steps 136 6.4 Planning Your Own Event or Activity 136 6.5 How to Design Hooks for Your Event or Activity 143 6.6 Designing a Science Communication Activity 145 6.7 Consider Your Resources – Consumables Equipment Expertise and People (CEEP) 148 6.8 How to Get Your Project Funded 149 6.9 Top Tips for Successful Marketing 158 6.10 Health and Safety 159 6.11 Concluding Remarks 164 References 164 7 Direct Public Communication 166 7.1 Introduction 166 7.2 Direct Communication Delivering Information 166 7.3 Information through Conversation 182 7.4 A Focus on Policymakers 209 7.5 Concluding Remarks 225 References 225 8 Indirect Public Communication 227 8.1 Introduction 227 8.2 A Focus on Science and Television 227 8.3 A Focus on Radio and Science 232 8.4 A Focus on Newspapers 235 8.5 A Focus on Science and Writing 238 8.6 A Focus on Science Advocacy 244 8.7 A Focus on Citizen Science 245 8.8 Public Involvement in Health Research 259 8.9 A Focus on Web 2.0 Tools and Services 261 8.10 Concluding Remarks 274 References 274 9 Getting Started with Science Communication in Schools 277 9.1 Introduction 277 9.2 School Science Education and Scientific Literacy 278 9.3 A Skills Shortage in Science 280 9.4 Attitudes and Knowledge of Young People about Science 280 9.5 The Importance of Extra-curricular Science to Achievement 284 9.6 Getting Started with Science Communication in Schools 285 9.7 Think about your Resources, Consumables and Equipment 302 9.8 School Years and Qualifications 302 9.9 Concluding Remarks 305 References 305 Useful Websites 306 10 Demonstrating Interactions between Scientists and Schools 307 10.1 Introduction 307 10.2 Enhancing the Curriculum within the School Environment 308 10.3 Developing Cross-Curricular Activities for Primary and Secondary Schools 329 10.4 Enhancing the Curriculum with Activities with a School Audience but Outside the School Environment 333 10.5 Influencing Curriculum Change 337 10.6 Embedding Scientists into Schools 338 10.7 Training Teachers 343 10.8 Concluding Remarks 344 References 344 Epilogue 347 Abbreviations and Acronyms 349 Index 351

    15 in stock

    £32.36

  • Plant Names

    CSIRO Publishing Plant Names

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisAn invaluable guide to the use of scientific, commercial and common names for plants and the conventions for writing them. The book covers the naming of wild plants, plants modified by humans, why plant names change, their pronunciation, along with updated sections on trademarks and plant breeder's rights.Trade Review"This book is extremely aesthetically pleasing, as the authors harness their knowledge of the wonderful flora of Australia to highlight plant names and features stunning photographs of some of these iconic plants." -- Nora Mitchell * Plant Science Bulletin 66(3) *"I found it engaging and informative; and I've actually learned quite a few things from it, which is a good thing!" -- Glenn Leiper * Native Plants Queensland 59(1) *

    Out of stock

    £24.71

  • The Science of Doctor Who: The Scientific Facts

    Skyhorse Publishing The Science of Doctor Who: The Scientific Facts

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    Book SynopsisGeek out over the TARDIS, aliens, alternate timelines, parallel worlds, and all your favorite characters from the Doctor Who Universe!Doctor Who arrived with the Space Age, when the Doctor first began exploring the universe in a time-traveling spaceship. Over half a century since, the Doctor has gone global. Millions of people across this planet enjoy Doctor Who in worldwide simulcast and cinema extravaganzas. Doctor Who has infused our minds and our language and made it much richer.What a fantastic world we inhabit through the Doctor. The program boils over withballsy women, bisexual companions, scientific passion, and a billion weird and wonderful alien worlds beyond our own. The show represents almost sixty years' worth of magical science-fiction storytelling. And Doctor Who is, despite being about a thousands-of-years-old alien with two hearts and a spacetime taxi made of wood, still one of our very best role models of what it is to be human in the twenty-first century.In The Science of Doctor Who, we take a peek under the hood of the TARDIS and explore the science behind questions such as: What does Doctor Who tell us about space travel? Could the TARDIS really be bigger on the inside? In what ways does the Doctor view the end of our world? Is the Doctor right about alternate timelines and parallel worlds? Will intelligent machines ever rule the earth? Is the earth becoming more like Doctor Who's matrix? Is the Doctor a superhero? How do daleks defecate? So welcome to The Science of Doctor Who, where the Doctor steps smoothly in and out of different realities, faces earthly and unearthly threats with innovation and unpredictability, and successfully uses science in the pay of pacifist resistance!

    Out of stock

    £9.89

  • The Science of Witchcraft: The Truth Behind

    Skyhorse Publishing The Science of Witchcraft: The Truth Behind

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisA scientific discovery of witches in fiction—Chilled Adventures of Sabrina, Sleeping Beauty, Wicked and so many more! Kelly Florence and Meg Hafdahl, authors of The Science of Women in Horror and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast called “the best horror film podcast out there” by Film Daddy, present a guide to the history of witchcraft through the stories and characters we all know and love. Reveal the spellbinding science behind the legends and lore surrounding fiction’s most iconic witches, answering such questions as: What is the science behind divination and spellcraft? When did witchcraft begin to show up in literature and media? Has science made it possible to uncover the truth behind the powers of necromancy and employing familiars? How has witchcraft been thought of throughout the world? Through interviews, film and literary analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries, join Kelly and Meg as they learn about the complicated and rich science of witchcraft throughout the centuries and discover why now is the season of the witch!Trade Review"Florence and Hafdahl have done it again! No toil and trouble here. They cast an enchanting and page-turning spell on their readers."—Paul McGuire Grimes, film critic "Wicked fun and absolutely fascinating. Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence have put together an extensive, engaging read that's a must for every horror lover's bookshelf."—Rachel Harrison, author of Cackle

    Out of stock

    £10.99

  • The Science of Minecraft: The Real Science Behind

    Skyhorse Publishing The Science of Minecraft: The Real Science Behind

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisAge range 6 to 9Discover the science behind the Minecraft phenomenon! With more than 200 million units sold, Minecraft is the undisputed bestselling video game of all time. Since it first launched, the game’s groundbreaking mix of open-world exploration, creative construction, and stunningly simple graphics have kept players old and young alike constantly coming back to explore, survive, and create. Even now, a decade after its release, there are still more than 126 million active users supporting not only the game, but an entire universe of movies, comics, conventions, classes, and so much more.A perfect gift for any Minecraft enthusiast, The Science of Minecraft explores some of the game’s most popular topics and gameplay mechanics, including: Resources Mining Construction Crafting Mechanical Devices Biomes Weapons and Armour And So Much More This book explains how the game’s famous construction mechanics would function in real life, what its many natural resources share (or do not share) with their terrestrial counterparts, and what the deal is with the mysterious alternative dimensions of the Nether and the End. Whether you’re a fan of creative or survival mode, The Science of Minecraft will illuminate and inspire you with the scientific realities behind this iconic game.

    10 in stock

    £12.74

  • The Science of Sherlock: The Forensic Facts

    Skyhorse Publishing The Science of Sherlock: The Forensic Facts

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    Book SynopsisAn essential read for the legions of Sherlockians about the globe. Sherlock Holmes is the world’s greatest-ever consulting detective. The huge popularity of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s fictional creation, and his sixty stories, made Sherlock one of the most famous characters of Victorian London. All evidence suggests Sherlock’s fan adoration has lasted almost one and a half centuries through many adaptations. There is Sherlock fan fiction in China, Sherlock manga in Japan, and tribute pop songs in Korea. Guinness World Records awarded Sherlock Holmes the title of most portrayed literary human character in film and television thanks to the popular Sherlock Holmes movies starring Robert Downey Jr., series like Elementary starring Lucy Liu, Sherlock starring Benedict Cumberbatch, and so many more. Sherlock’s enduring appeal shows that his detective talents are as compelling today as they were in the days of Conan Doyle. The Science of Sherlock gives you an in-depth look at the science behind the cases Sherlock cracked in those Ripper streets of old.

    Out of stock

    £10.44

  • The Science of Strong Women: The True Stories

    Skyhorse Publishing The Science of Strong Women: The True Stories

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover all there is to know about strong women in fiction: Hermione Granger, Wonder Woman, Princess Leia, and more!A strong woman is not just a badass lady who solves her problems with a high kick and a sassy comeback, all the while looking fabulous in a cape (although the cape is a plus!). A strong woman is a pioneer for bravery, intelligence, determination, and social justice for all.Compelling, humorous, and brilliantly illustrated in equal measures, The Science of Strong Women showcases a collection of fifty fantastic fictional feminists we all know and love. Through media analysis and awe-inspiring discoveries, this inspirational guide delves deeper into female-forward fiction and features a truly diverse collection of strong women including: June Osborne Star Carter Katniss Everdeen Elizabeth Bennet Éowyn Jo March Buffy Summers And many more Here’s to strong women. May we know them, may we be them, and may we learn from them with The Science of Strong Women.Trade Review“Rhiannon Lee has compiled the ultimate collection of fictional feminist heroes across literature and pop culture without shying away from problematic histories—a master class in the deeply feminist tension of critiquing and celebrating cultural icons in the same breath. From the characters we met in high school lit to the characters in our Netflix queue, The Science of Strong Women is a must-read book for all the Starr Carters, Leslie Knopes, and Leia Organas out there.”—Renee M. Powers, founder of FeministBookClub.com“A total sensation! Beautifully illustrated frank, funny, and an inclusive guide to true feminism and some of the world’s greatest badass babes. Girl power!”—Ella Norman, The Pink Room

    1 in stock

    £10.44

  • The Science of the Paranormal

    Skyhorse Publishing The Science of the Paranormal

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover the truth behind ESP, paranormal powers, and psychic abilities—the perfect gift for curious minds and bold scientists alike. Some paranormal phenomena and powers of the mind are real, but mainstream science dismisses it all as fantasy. The Science of the Paranormal looks toward the overwhelming evidence that something weird and wild lies behind our everyday reality. Credible witnesses have seen paranormal activity with their own eyes. Scientists have studied it in their labs. And everyday we see depictions of it in popular media like Stranger Things and X-Men. Separate fact from fiction in this book and get answers to questions like: Can objects be moved with psychokinesis? Is the future foreseeable? Can we communicate telepathically? What does science say about ESP? Where is the evidence for reincarnation and spirits? And much more! Explore the fascinating discoveries behind the paranormal with The Science of the Paranormal.

    10 in stock

    £12.34

  • The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known

    Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Inc The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisWith more than 1 million copies sold worldwide, The Elements is the most entertaining, comprehensive, and visually arresting book on all 118 elements in the periodic table.Includes a poster of Theodore Gray's iconic photographic periodic table of the elements!Based on seven years of research and photography by Theodore Gray and Nick Mann, The Elements presents the most complete and visually arresting representation available to the naked eye of every atom in the universe. Organized sequentially by atomic number, every element is represented by a big beautiful photograph that most closely represents it in its purest form. Several additional photographs show each element in slightly altered forms or as used in various practical ways. Also included are fascinating stories of the elements, as well as data on the properties of each, including atomic number, atomic symbol, atomic weight, density, atomic radius, as well as scales for electron filling order, state of matter, and an atomic emission spectrum.This of solid science and stunning artistic photographs is the perfect gift book for every sentient creature in the universe.

    2 in stock

    £23.75

  • Compendium of Terminology and Nomenclature of

    Royal Society of Chemistry Compendium of Terminology and Nomenclature of

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This book groups and updates the recommendations and will be appropriate for laboratory scientists, medical professionals and students in this area.Trade ReviewThe Silver Book should be on the shelf of every laboratory, which has anything to do with clinical or biological measurement. -- David B. Hibbert * Accreditation and Quality Assurance (Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg) *This second edition of the Silver Book comes 20 years after the first edition and has been extensively reworked to cover modern metrological principles and some new techniques that are now used in clinical chemistry. The new text takes into account the latest ISO rules for terminology work [not the PAC (Pure and Applied Chemistry) rules] and, not surprisingly as one of the authors (RD) was the IUPAC representative on the Joint Committee for Guides in Metrology (JCGM) Working Group 2 for many years, the International Vocabulary of Metrology (VIM) [1]. By virtue of its membership of the JCGM, IUPAC is signed up to the VIM, although the Chemistry and Human Health Division is possibly the only part of the organization that has wholeheartedly embraced this standard. A section (4: Fundamental Concepts in Communication of Clinical Laboratory Information) stresses the need for a set of rules for transmission of information (4.1.2), and the whole work consistently applies a systematic approach. The perceived need to create a complete system of terms for the concepts in clinical chemistry has led to correct but sometimes awkward terminology. This raises the question of how much new terminology should be introduced if the existing, but not optimally systematic, terms are well used and known. The use of massic, entitic, kelvic, volumic and aeric correctly and systematically expresses kinds-ofquantity of dimension M-1, 1-1, T-1, L-3 and L-2 (see 5.4.6 for all denominator kinds of quantity), but I know of few chemists who call density volumic mass, or the Boltzmann constant entitic kelvic energy constant (although to be fair mass density and Boltzmann constant are, respectively, allowed synonyms). Well known, and acknowledged by the Green Book [2], is the clinical chemists preference for the short-form substance concentration for amount-of-substance concentration, rather than the recommended amount concentration. It will be interesting to see what the recommendation becomes if IUPAC succeeds in changing the name of amount of substance to chemical amount. However, the clinical chemists are not beyond improving on present accepted standards. I note the preference to hyphenate, against existing authority, amount-of-substance and kind-of-quantity. Section 5 is a short treatise on metrology, perhaps wasted on many readers, but which underpins the whole approach of the book. The Silver Book goes much further than the Green Book, perhaps where such a discourse might be expected, and is somewhat at odds with the Green Book, which does not mention kind of quantity at all, being happy to refer to quantity throughout. Section 6 on the transmission of clinical information revolves around the established NPU format for reporting data as Component—System; kind of property with various specifications [3]. It contains approaches for requesting and reporting and will be particularly useful as a concise aide memoire in clinical teaching. Section 7 Choice and Use of Kinds-of-property for Different Examination Purposes is an eclectic mix going through some fairly obvious quantities (e.g. amount of substance and amount concentration) and then a subsection on thermodynamic quantities followed by optical spectroscopy, centrifugation, electrophoresis, and enzymology. Quite where modern techniques of magnetic resonance, chromatography/mass spectrometry for the –omics, DNA sequencing or immunoassays would be treated I do not know, but their absence gives the book an old-fashioned feel. About half the book is a list of kinds of quantity arranged in increasing dimension, starting with kinds of quantity of dimension 1 (Section 8) and then progressing to kinds of quantity of dimensions not 1 (Section 9). I have highlighted unusual systematic terms but at least some of the better known terminology is allowed. I note a serious error in the description of measurement uncertainty (6.10.5), which reads ‘‘The positive square root of such a variance is termed standard -- David B. Hibbert * Accreditation and Quality Assurance (Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg) PART 1 *measurement uncertainty, u, and the positive square root of the sum of the variances and possible covariances is termed the combined standard measurement uncertainty, uc [VIM, concept 2.31]’’. The VIM reference is the definition of combined standard measurement uncertainty ‘‘standard measurement uncertainty that is obtained using the individual standard measurement uncertainties associated with the input quantities in a measurement model’’. Unfortunately, the method of ‘‘obtaining’’ uc from individual u is taking the square root of the sum of the variances only in the unlikely case of the measurand being a simple sum of independent input quantities. Covariances are never just added either, the appropriate method being the equation for the so-called propagation of error, which includes the partial differentials of the measurand as functions of each input quantity (see GUM [4], Section 5). I am aware that the IUPAC-reviewing procedure for these recommendations was to send the whole book to the panel of reviewers. Although this is usual practice, at the time this reviewer complained that a book of 209 pages densely packed with important information across a whole sub-discipline of chemistry could not be reviewed like a typical PAC paper covering a narrow topic in perhaps 40 or 50 pages. Enough of criticism. The Silver Book should be on the shelf of every laboratory, which has anything to do with clinical or biological measurement. Especially fascinating is Section 1, which traces the history of recommendations back to the early 1950s. In this reviewer’s opinion, the present Silver Book is a tribute to the work of Rene´ Dybkaer who gave a lecture in Danish in 1957 ‘‘Standardizing unit symbols in work of the clinicochemical laboratory’’, and who has continued with his tireless work ever since, now of course being one of the authors of this edition. Read also 5.1.3 which goes back 10 000 years to the earliest evidence of humans’ appreciation of quantities. To conclude I give a closing sentence of Section 1 ‘‘A history is not complete without a word about the correspondents from many parts of the world, some irate or emotional, others coldly logical.’’ For such an apparently coldly logical book, I am sure the reception of the new edition of the Silver Book will generate at least some amount-of-heat (7.1.1). References 1. JCGM 200:2012 International vocabulary of metrology—basic and general concepts and associated terms (VIM). BIPM, Se`vres. www.bipm.org/vim 2. Cohen ER, Cvitas T, Frey JG, Holmstrom B, Kuchitsu K, Marquardt R, Mills I, Pavese F, Quack M, Stohner J, Strauss HL, Tamaki M, Thor A (2007) Quantities, units and symbols in physical chemistry (Green Book). The Royal Society of Chemistry, Cambridge 3. Petersen UM, Dybkær R, Olesen H (2012) Pure Appl Chem 84:137–165 4. JCGM 100:2008 Evaluation of measurement data—guide to the expression of uncertainty in measurement (GUM). BIPM, Se`vres. www.bipm.org/en/publications/guides/gum.html -- David B. 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