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? 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.
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.