Discover the most DISGUSTING and world-changing discoveries in the history of science! Did you know ancient surgeons used hungry leeches and maggots to help heal wounds? Or that a mysterious ingredient used in perfume comes from whale vomit?
From parasites and pus to mould, maggots and poo, many of history's greatest scientific breakthroughs began with something bizarre. Award-winning author Polly Owen introduces 29 scientists who found answers in the most unexpected - and disgusting - places. Told through hilarious comic-style storytelling, fascinating facts and vibrant illustrations, Super Disgusting Science Discoveries proves that curiosity, creativity - and, most importantly a strong stomach - can change the world.
This is the perfect read for curious kids who love science, history and all things gross!
| ISBN: | 9781836009276 |
| Publication date: | 18th February 2027 |
| Author: | Polly Owen |
| Illustrator: | Gwen Millward |
| Publisher: | Wide Eyed Editions |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 64 pages |
| Reading age: | 7+ |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage general interest: Discovery and exploration Children’s / Teenage general interest: Inventors, inventions and experiments General Knowledge & Trivia |
Discover the most DISGUSTING and world-changing discoveries in the history of science! Did you know ancient surgeons used hungry leeches and maggots to help heal wounds?
Super-Disgusting Science Discoveries is aimed at readers aged 7 and over.
Super-Disgusting Science Discoveries features in the following genres: Children’s / Teenage general interest: Discovery and exploration, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Inventors, inventions and experiments, General Knowledge & Trivia
Hardback. £13.49, down from the £14.99 cover price. Pre-order. 18th February 2027.
Super-Disgusting Science Discoveries was written by Polly Owen and published by Wide Eyed Editions
Super-Disgusting Science Discoveries has 64 pages
£13.49, reduced from £14.99. Pre-order. 18th February 2027.