Gory Details: Adventures from the Dark Side of Science - Hardcover

$26.00

Gory Details: Adventures from the Dark Side of Science - Hardcover

Name: Gory Details: Adventures from the Dark Side of Science - Hardcover
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SKU: 9781426220975
Price: 26.00 USD
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by Erika Engelhaupt

$26.00

Book Overview

Infused with Mary Roach-style humor and science, this narrative illuminates the gross, strange, morbid, and outright absurd realities of our bodies, the Earth, and universe.

Filled to the brim with far-out facts, this wickedly informative narrative from the author of National Geographic's popular Gory Details blog takes us on a fascinating journey through an astonishing new reality. Blending humor and journalism in the tradition of Mary Roach, acclaimed science reporter Erika Engelhaupt investigates the gross, strange, and morbid absurdities of our bodies and our universe. From the research biologist who stung himself with every conceivable insect to the world's most murderous mammals, this entertaining book explores oft-ignored but alluring facets of biology, anatomy, space exploration, nature, and more. Featuring interviews with leading researchers in the field and a large dose of wit, this provocative book reveals the most intriguing real-world applications of science in all their glory.

ISBN	9781426220975
Author	Erika Engelhaupt
Publisher	National Geographic Society
Genre	Education
Format	Hardcover
Published	March 2021
Language	ENG- English
Pages	336
Weight	1.0 lb
Target Audience	Adults
Print Size	Standard Print

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