Gory Details: Adventures from the Dark Side of Science Book – National Geographic
Filled to the brim with far-out facts, Gory Details: Adventures from the Dark Side of Science provides a wickedly informative narrative. Erika Engelhaupt, 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.
- Written by Erika Engelhaupt
- Illustrated by Briony Morrow-Cribbs
- Hardcover
- 304 pages
- Ages 12+
- Published by National Geographic
- Paper
- 8 3/5'' H x 5 9/10'' W
- Printed in U.S.A.
Item No. 477414287776
Express shipping not available for this item. This item cannot be shipped internationally. This item cannot be shipped outside the contiguous United States. It can only be shipped to a physical address, not to a P.O. Box, APO or FPO address. Please allow 5-7 business days for delivery.
Filled to the brim with far-out facts, Gory Details: Adventures from the Dark Side of Science provides a wickedly informative narrative. Erika Engelhaupt, 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.
- Written by Erika Engelhaupt
- Illustrated by Briony Morrow-Cribbs
- Hardcover
- 304 pages
- Ages 12+
- Published by National Geographic
- Paper
- 8 3/5'' H x 5 9/10'' W
- Printed in U.S.A.
Item No. 477414287776
Express shipping not available for this item. This item cannot be shipped internationally. This item cannot be shipped outside the contiguous United States. It can only be shipped to a physical address, not to a P.O. Box, APO or FPO address. Please allow 5-7 business days for delivery.
