Your definitive guide to the heart of all life - The Cell.
None of the fabulously diverse range of all life on Earth could exist without the astonishing workings of cells, so join Dr Ben Martynoga and Moose Allain as they explain the fascinating story of life's building blocks!
Watch author Dr Ben Martynoga introduce Explodapedia!
Prepare to be amazed! Easy to read for anyone curious about science - Sir Paul Nurse, Nobel Prize winning scientist
A totally fascinating book, brimming with amazing scientific knowledge and fab illustrations. I had no idea cells were so interesting (or funny)! - Greg Jenner
The perfect balance between charm, quirkiness and wonder - Siddhartha Mukherjee, Pullitzer Prize Winner
Accessible and funny [...] a clever way to introduce young readers to some very complicated ideas that underpin [...] the basis of our understanding of all life today - Prof Venki Ramakrishnan (President of the Royal Society)
[These books] should lead their readers willingly to the wonders of the biological world - Professor Richard Fortey
I am a huge fan of the potential of narrative nonfiction, supported by solid science to inspire children's engagement and understanding of the natural world. The scientific detail and narrative approach of Explodapedia is an exciting new series in this field. - Catherine Barr
Praise for The Virus;
Fascinating . . . I can't think of a more interesting or relevant book for our times - LoveReading4Kids
A riveting read for young readers and adults alike - The Letter Press Project
Mixing hard scientific fact, stories and humour - British Journal of General Practice
Author
About Ben Martynoga
Dr Ben Martynoga is a neuroscientist and science writer. After more than a decade at the forefront of brain research, he swapped his white coat for a pen. He has written on everything from the history of biology through to the latest technological innovations, running, stress and creativity. Always working to open up the hard science and find a compelling angle, he publishes books, chapters, blogs, videos and podcasts. His work appears in the Guardian, New Statesman, the i newspaper, the Financial Times and beyond. He lives, works, wanders and wonders in the Lake District.
