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Roman Mars and co-author Kurt Kohlstedt zoom in on the various elements that make our cities work, exploring the origins and other fascinating stories behind everything from power grids and fire escapes to drinking fountains and street signs. With deeply researched entries and beautiful line drawings throughout, The 99% Invisible City will captivate devoted fans of the show and anyone curious about design, urban environments and the unsung marvels of the world around them. You are about to see stories everywhere, you beautiful nerd. Now get out there.

Viruses are the world's most abundant life form, and now, when humanity is in the midst of a close encounter with their immense power, perhaps the most feared. But do we understand viruses? Possibly the most enigmatic of living things, they are sometimes not considered a life form at all...

Own the room with this hilarious collection of fact-tastic myth-busters and jaw-dropping trivia exploring science, history, sport and lesser-known facts from across the universe. Did you know that the Moon has a Bishop? That ostriches DON'T bury their heads in the sand? And that powdered rice was used as cement in the Great Wall of China? What do souls weigh? What can't 60% of the human population smell? And what on earth is rhinotillexomania? And the big one . . . are farts actually invisible? The answers to these questions are all here.

Unlock the fascinating science of weather and turn your daily commute into an awe-inspiring atmospheric adventure. This relaxing, educational listen demystifies the invisible forces shaping our skies, from gentle backyard breezes to the powerful jet stream circling the globe. Step outside with...

Uncover the science of Earth's invisible shield in an engaging environmental success story made for curious beginners. Break down complex atmospheric physics into relatable analogies that make learning feel effortless. This guided tour demystifies the protective veil of gas that makes all life...

Revenons sur terre, à la terre, au sol, cette matière meuble sous nos pieds et nos bitumes. Les liens forts que nous entretenons avec les sols depuis des milliers d’années s’effilochent. Dans nos villes, nous n'apercevons presque plus leur surface, nous les connaissons de moins en moins. Dans ces chroniques, Tiphaine Chevallier propose de creuser et d'observer tout ce que les sols ont à nous offrir.