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Nature and Science June 2017
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| Astrophysics for People in a Hurry by Neil deGrasse Tyson"America's most approachable astrophysicist" (Kirkus Reviews) offers readers a concise and conversational introduction to cosmology. In 12 engaging chapters, Neil deGrasse Tyson explains, in straightforward and mostly jargon-free prose, the composition of the universe and the laws that govern it. |
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Art on skin : tattoos, style, and the human canvas
by Marcel Brousseau
This guide to, and celebration of, tattoo art highlights the many different styles of tattooing—including fine art, cartoon characters, quotations and personal mottos, wildlife and religious motifs—and provides inspiration to those considering new ink.
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| The Story of the Human Body: Evolution, Health, and Disease by Daniel E. LiebermanYou'd think that after six million years of evolution, humans would be less vulnerable to disease. However, as biologist Daniel Lieberman explains, we didn't evolve for optimal health, but rather to produce viable offspring in challenging environments. Cultural evolution creates mismatches between the bodies we inherited from our ancestors and the environments we create. |
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Body : the complete human : how it grows, how it works, and how to keep it healthy and strong
by Patricia Daniels
A lavishly illustrated overview of the complex organs, systems, and workings of the human body is organized according to body system and includes detailed diagrams, photographs, and high-tech multi-dimensional imagery to complement the text and features information on health, ailments, medical breakthroughs, glossaries, and helpful cross-references.
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