Anne Rooney

Most young people only study physics through practical applications, such as equations, experiments and observations. This title, contrarily, brings physics to life and engages readers in a way that they've never experienced before. Readers will learn about the evolution of physics, from prehistory to the 21st century, including Newton and Einstein. Along the way, they gain a firm understanding of the laws of the universe, including the subatomic

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Which other planets have moons? Is it colder at the moon's poles? Could the moon crash into the Earth? Do you have a lot of curious questions? This book is full of amazing answers! Humorous illustrations and astounding facts explore all that is exciting, extraordinary and just plain odd about the moon.

Hurricane! describes how and where hurricanes, cyclones and typhoons happen.

What kinds of machines are used to explore outer space? The answer to this question and many more are waiting for readers to discover in this relatable guide to a high-interest STEM topic. Common and creative questions about space machines are presented through clear text and simple sentences, allowing even reluctant readers to find information and entertainment with each turn of the page. As readers travel through the fun and fact-filled text and...

This book traces the development of psychology from its origins as a branch of philosophy to the present day, when it is a discipline in its own right, closely allied with neurology and physiology. Taking in aspects of religious thought and belief, philosophy, anthropology, medical science, psychology, and psychotherapy, the book takes as its subject matter the understanding of the mind. Topics include the study of the soul, how the mind was perceived...

Think Like a Philosopher is a fun introduction to the main concepts of philosophy, showing how the subject has a clear, practical, and vital purpose to our daily lives and thinking. Using a Q&A format and written in an amusing, easy-to-understand style, the author explains the philosophical arguments around questions such as: • Should I eat meat? • Does God exist? • Is capital punishment wrong? • Will a new iPhone make you happy? A light-hearted...

Following on from the popular 15-Minute Philosopher, Psychologist, Mathematician and Economist, 15-Minute Scientist takes a look at some fascinating and topical questions in science. Ranging across biology, physics, astronomy, chemistry and geology, 15-Minute Scientist asks questions that are serious and questions that are quirky, some that will have an impact on how you live now and some that will change how you view the world and the future.

Think Like a Psychologist is a fun introduction to the fascinating questions thrown up by everyday life concerning how our brains work. It shows how the world's great thinkers have tackled the issues we all face concerning the nature of the human mind and why we do the things we do. It attempts to answer a series of psychological - and life-related - questions in an entertaining and informative way.

Shows how many insects are beneficial to humans.