Description
| Product ID: | 9780753449059 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | CN |
| Series: | Basher |
| Title: | Basher Science: Rocks and Minerals |
| Authors: | Author: Dan Green, Simon Basher |
| Page Count: | 128 |
| Subjects: | Educational: Geography, Educational: Geography, Educational: Sciences, general science, Children’s / Teenage reference material, Educational: Sciences, general science, Reference material (Children's / Teenage), For reluctant readers (children) |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Bestselling illustrator Basher brings you his unique, colourful take on the mysteries of rocks and minerals. <p><b>Discover the secrets of geology, from the ancient wonder of fossilized plants and animals through to the curious beauty of minerals and crystals.</b><br><br><i>Basher Science: Rocks and Minerals</i> is a compelling guide to a community of characters who come together to create the foundations of our planet. Unlock the mysteries of the ground beneath our feet, from the difference between sedimentary and metamorphic rocks, to the origins of rocks that help fuel nuclear power stations. Learn how the island of Surtsey was created from a volcanic eruption in just a few days, and which mineral can be found on Mars.<br><br>Finally, discover how rocks and minerals form essential parts of our daily lives: sparkly diamond earrings, copper wires, graphite pencils and even in talcum powder.<br><br>Basher's unique illustrations combine with chatty, first-person text by expert author Dan Green to hook even the most reluctant readers and help them to understand the science behind the headlines.<br><br>Perfect for home or school, Basher's highly original books make difficult concepts tangible, understandable and even lovable. With sales of over 3 million copies around the world, they are a brilliant way to communicate science, history and geography.</p> |
| Imprint Name: | Kingfisher Books Ltd |
| Publisher Name: | Pan Macmillan |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2023-03-16 |
