"It was August 27, 1885. In a hospital in Lima, Peru, a student named Daniel Carrion was preparing to infect himself with a dreaded disease . . . He had a small, sharp lancet ready . . . Carrion's friends and teacher from the medical school thought it was a bad idea. They knew Carrion was eager to learn more about this mysterious disease.
But were the risks worth it?
"Science and medicine from the inside out-ten engrossing stories of self-experimentation
Who are these "guinea pig scientists"? Searching for clues to some of science's and medicine's bigger (and sometimes stranger) questions, they are all the men and women who devoted their lives to help find the answers. Spanning from the 1770s to the present--and uncovering the science behind digestion, the spread of yellow fever, the development of the first heart catheter, and more--their ten stories are at once scientifically detailed and fascinatingly personal.

Exam board: WJEC Eduqas Level: GCSE Subject: Design & Technology First teaching: September 2017 First exams: Summer 2019 Reinforce classroom learning and boost students' understanding of all materials with this textbook written for the WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Design & Technology specification. Written by leading D&T experts, this textbook will build your students' knowledge of the core principles, help to develop their designing and making skills and provide them with the opportunity to make sure they are ready to tackle both parts of the assessment. - Helps students clearly understand the core principles of all materials and general concepts of designing and making, as well as build their knowledge, understanding and skills for one material or system in more depth - Hones students' mathematical and scientific ability so they don't miss out on the easy marks - Features practice questions in the style of the written exam to make sure students are confident to tackle the written element of the assessment - Inspires and motivates students with stretch and challenge: activities designed to challenge the more able learners and to ensure progression to A-level

Why do we need to breathe? What happens to food after you eat it? Which grow faster, your toenails or your fingernails? Answer all these questions and more with over 100 incredible facts about your amazing body.

A rousing and radical investigation into the climate crisis, its causes, and how to fight for the most vulnerable people affected by it, This Book Will Save the Planet is a vibrantly illustrated study of one of humanity's most significant threats. With this third title in the NYT #1 best-selling Empower the Future series, you'll gain a deeper understanding of climate change and climate justice. Our planet is in crisis. The ice caps are melting, sea levels are rising, wildfires are raging... and those most affected by global warming are marginalised communities across the globe. But all is not lost - there's still time for each and every one of us to make a difference. Through the lens of intersectionality, author Dany Sigwalt lays out the framework for how we can come together to fight climate change, and how we can work to put people over profit. The planet is not protected if all its inhabitants are not; the people are not protected if the planet they inhabit is not. In this book, you will: Discover the core principles of climate justice Learn how solidarity, community and mutual aid can change the world Find out how to use your privilege to stand-up for other people At the end of each chapter, there are activities and calls to action to get you thinking and to grow your knowledge. All you need is a pen and a piece of paper. With kaleidoscopic and vibrant illustrations by artist Aurelia Durand, this book is written for everyone who lives on planet Earth. By the end, you'll have the tools you need to go out and make a difference. The Empower the Future series is a collection of vital and urgent books about how we can all build a better world. Other titles in the list include This Book is Feminist and This Book is Anti-Racist.

Designed around the Level 2 specification, this easy-to-use and relevant handbook is a vital success tool for Level 2 Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Learners. Covers Level 1 specification topics, so Level 1 learners can develop their knowledge using the handbook and bridge the gap between Level 2 and further study. Real-work focus fuels candidates' aspirations, helping them to put their learning into the context of real maintenance and repair scenarios. Straightforward and appropriate language is tailored specifically to the motorcycle industry and, with an attractive layout, keeps learners focused, engaged and provides them with an easy-to-reference working manual. Detailed assessment practice gives your learners the preparation they need to tackle assessments with confidence and achieve the best results they can.

Follow the fearless highs and dangerous lows of the Wright brothers in their quest to take to the skies in this courageous - and true - story of the pioneers of flight. The Wright brothers dared to dream of being the first men in the world to fly... but would they ever see their dreams take flight? The golden age of aviation is brought vividly to life in this story of determination, ingenuity, and courage from Adam Hancher.