(Paperback)

Money is one of the most important inventions in the history of human civilisation, allowing people to exchange goods and services, and amass great wealth and power. This book tells the story of money, from its origins to the rise of the banking system and beyond.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

You might not like numbers when you have to do your maths homework but it would be hard to live without them. Read all about what numbers do for us allowing us to count measure and calculate. Find out how numbers have helped us to transform the world build computers and even change the way we go shopping

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

Learn the surprising truth about just how important poo really is: it keeps our bodies healthy, and can also be used to power our cars, heat our homes and help grow our crops. You Wouldn't Want to Live Without Poo! is part of a brand-new science and technology strand within the internationally acclaimed You Wouldn't Want to Be series.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

Robots are machines that can be programmed to carry out a series of complex actions automatically or under the control of an operator. They come in all shapes and sizes from driverless vehicles to artificial people. Discover how robots are helping humanity by doing dangerous jobs exploring remote places and becoming our companions.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

A satellite is a small object travelling around something bigger. The Moon is a natural satellite of Earth. A spacecraft launched into orbit around Earth is an artificial satellite. Discover how we use satellites every day to talk on the telephone watch TV use the Internet predict the weather and run businesses.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

Sleep is very mysterious. No one really knows why we do it. What scientists do know is that sleeping is essential for health and happiness. You Wouldn't Want to Live Without Sleep! is part of a brand-new science and technology strand within the internationally acclaimed You Wouldn't Want to Be series.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

Besides being gross what is the point of snot and mucus Read all about how these slimy substances help us digest our food and prevent us from becoming ill. You'll also find out just what this sticky stuff is made of why we produce more of it when we've got a cold and what animals like slugs and snails do with their mucus

(Paperback)

The Internet has become one of the most important inventions in our daily lives, revolutionising everything from the way businesses work to the friendships people share. This book tells the story of the internet, from its early development to the creation of the World Wide Web, and today's broadband culture.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

Vegetables provide us with vitamins that make us healthier and are used to make things like dyes and adhesives. You Wouldn't Want to Live Without Vegetables! is part of a brand-new science and technology strand within the internationally acclaimed You Wouldn't Want to Be series.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

(Paperback)

This special extended edition in the popular You Wouldn't Want to Be series tells you everything you need to know about the Titanic, featuring full-colour illustrations which combine humour and accurate technical detail.

(Hardback, Illustrated edition)

Watch out life in ancient Rome can be deadly This survivor's guide will help you to get to grips with life as a Roman. Dip in and out or read from cover to cover. Packed with facts. Timeline of Rome's history. Maps of the Roman empire. Quiz glossary and index.