Engelhaupt Erika - Gory Details Adventures From The Dark Side Of Science - Hardcover

Binding: Hardcover
Description: Using humour and real science in the tradition of Mary Roach this groovy narrative from the author of National Geographic's popular Gory Details blog illuminates the gross strange morbid and outright absurd realities of our bodies our earth and our universe. Filled to the brim with far - out facts this wacky funny and informative narrative takes us on a fascinating journey through the astonishing world of science. With Erika Engelhaupt founding editor of National Geographic's Gory Details blog as your guide all your weirdest and wildest fascinations will be illuminated. From the biologist who endured countless honeybee stings to test which spot was the most painful to the dollhouse - sized replicas of crime scenes built to analyze blood splatter to NAS a's enduring dilemma - - do women need to have their periods in space? - - this entertaining book explores oft - ignored but alluring facets of biology anatomy space exploration nature and more. Featuring top - notch reporting interviews with leading researchers in the field and a healthy dose of wit Gory Details depicts the world's most intriguing real - world applications of science in all their glory - - making geekiness cool all over again!
Title: Gory Details Adventures From The Dark Side Of Science
Author(s): Engelhaupt Erika
Publisher: National Geographic Society
Barcode: 9781426220975
Pages: 304 Pages
Publication Date: 3/2/2021
Category: Popular Science