Knowledge in a Nutshell: Cognitive
Cognitive psychology is at the heart of the human experience and helps explain why we perceive the world as we do. This beginner's guide draws on the latest scientific research to present this hugely important subject in a new and exciting manner and brings the subject to life for the general reader. Learn the difference between short- and long-term memory, understand how the brain processes language, discover what consciousness really is and much more.
Topics discussed include:
• Visual Perception
• Attention
• Memory and Learning
• Language
• Reasoning and Decision-Making
Economics: 50 Key Ideas Unpacked
In Economics: 50 Key Ideas Unpacked accessible and entertaining guide, readers can explore the key questions and theories that top economists have sought to answer, and gain valuable insights into the complex world of economics.
Ranging from demand and supply to globalization and international trade to game theory, and featuring ideas from such esteemed economists as Adam Smith, John Maynard Keynes and Milton Friedman, this essential guide will bring you up to speed on the core themes and theories of this great subject and understand how world economies function.
Psychology: 50 Key Ideas Unpacked
Gain fascinating insights into human behavior with this comprehensive and accessible guide to psychology and its 50 key ideas.
How do we think? What do our dreams mean? Why do we see things in different ways? Questions such as these have plagued the world's greatest thinkers throughout history, from Aristotle and Descartes to Freud and Carl Jung. This accessible guide introduces the most crucial quandaries in psychology and how we have tried to answer them.
Philosophy: 50 Key Ideas Unpacked
Find out how they have sought to answer them and more in this captivating guide to philosophy, unpacking the subject's most intriguing and profound reflections, including:
Plato's cave
The Stoic elimination of emotion
Descartes's Cogito Ergo Sum
Nietzsche's Superman
Logical Positivism
The world as a computer simulation
Let’s Explore The Ocean
Let's Explore The Ocean Life reveals the wonders beneath the ocean and the curious creatures that call it home. Kids can discover where creatures such as octopuses and sharks live, how they look for food, how they survive in different habitats, and much, much more!Habitats , including the sea floor, coral reefs, rock pools and the Arctic OceanMammals , including killer whales, sea otters and dolphinsCephalopods , including octopus and squidFish , including sharks, clown fish and porcupinefishQuiz : True or FalseFeaturing simple, easy-to-understand text and charming full-colour illustrations with lots to spot, this is the ideal introduction to the ocean and its wildlife for children aged 5+.
The Ultimate Book of the Human Body
The Ultimate Book of the Human Body is the perfect accompaniment to the school syllabus and an essential addition to every family library. Ideal for children aged 8+.
ABOUT THE SERIES : In order to create reference books deserving of the title 'Ultimate', we have brought together world-class children's authors to present STEM topics with clarity, passion and intelligence. Each title brought to life by exceptional photography, illustrations and infographics.
The Story of Human
The Story of Humans presents information in a clear, easy-to-understand and entertaining way.
Subjects include:
• How speech first emerged
• How cooking helped our large brains to develop
• Why we stopped hunting, and became farmers
• How dogs and livestock came to live alongside us
• The origins of money
• The invention of the written word
• The rise of cities
• The rise of the nation
• The industrial revolution
• How modern technology has reshaped the planet in humans' image
Covering topics including biology, geography and history, this book is packed with stories and facts that will captivate young readers and inspire a lifelong love of learning. Perfect for readers aged 8+.
The Extraordinary Ideas of Leonardo Da Vinci
The Extraordinary Ideas of Leonardo fascinating guide explores da Vinci's life, inventions, and cultural legacy, breaking down scientific principles into clear, easy-to-follow language that is approachable for young readers.
Readers can:
Explore Leonardo's life story, his years spent doodling sketches of early versions of the parachute, helicopter, diving suit, machine-gun, self-driving car and many more.
Take a tour through the other achievements of this great polymath, his work in mathematics, anatomy, astronomy, geology and civil engineering, not to mention his world famous paintings.