Nathan Paul Turner – лучшие книги

The human brain is an amazing organ controlling our speech, making our heart beat, and solving problems. Come and explore how our brains work and make us who we are.

Avalanches are frightening natural disasters that can seem to come out of nowhere. There are things that you can do to increase your chances of survival, though. This reader explores one of the worst avalanches in history and discusses the causes of such disasters.

This reader tells the story of Aron Ralston, who cut off his own arm to save his life after it was pinned under a boulder. This heroic and inspiring story invites students to consider what they would do in a similar situation. Use your unique code to access the online reader, complete with videos and interactive exercises. Plus, download a free e-book version of the reader!

Robots have a long history in Japan, and a big impact on its economy. Explore Japan's cultural fascination with robots and the connections between robots and religion.

Poison has often played a part in fictional and real-life mysteries. This reader goes into the history of poison, from the everyday dangers in our food to the elaborate murders of the past.

It looks simple, but nothing has changed the way we live more than the wheel. Could it be our greatest invention?

How do you travel? By plane, boat, bicycle ...elephant? Discover the many efficient and unusual methods people have invented to get from place to place.

From science fiction to actual space exploration, we have always been fascinated by our universe. Landing on the moon and exploring Mars aren't science fiction anymore. What will humans do in space next?

Is eating organic foods healthy or just trendy? Does the future of the world depend on it? Read the arguments for and against organic living.

Humans have never been content to just stay on the ground. Learn about the history of flight from the early planes of the Wright Brothers to the thrilling sport of BASE jumping.