"This book explains the science behind all the machines, gadgets, systems, and processes we take for granted. The perfect book for techies--young or old, male or female--who read Popular Science and Wired or watch "How It Works" and "How It's Made."

"Erika Engelhaupt, founding editor of National Geographic's Gory Details blog, explores oft-ignored but alluring facets of biology, anatomy, space exploration, nature, and more. Featuring reporting and interviews with leading researchers in the field, Gory Details illuminates the world's most intriguing real-world applications of science"--

Offers an illustrated encyclopedia of general science, with informative and fun facts on a broad array of scientific topics.

A global view of science and technology as it developed over the centuries.

"Information and photographs of scientific theories and facts, for young children"--

Shares in-depth information about all currently known dinosaur species organized under major periods, providing details on such topics as physical characteristics, diet, and discovery dates.