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Catching Fire

How Cooking Made Us Human

par Richard Wrangham ...

The groundbreaking theory of how fire and food drove the evolution of modern humansEver since Darwin and The Descent of Man, the evolution and world-wide dispersal of humans has been attributed to our intelligence and adaptability. But in Catching Fire, renowned primatologist Richard Wrangham presents a startling alternative: our evolutionary success is the result of cooking. In a groundbreaking ... En savoir plus

$17.99 CAD

The groundbreaking theory of how fire and food drove the evolution of modern humansEver since Darwin and The Descent of Man, the evolution and world-wide dispersal of humans has been attributed to our intelligence and adaptability. But in Catching Fire, renowned primatologist Richard Wrangham presents a startling alternative: our evolutionary success is the result of cooking. In a groundbreaking
... En savoir plus
Is Earth Exceptional?

The Quest for Cosmic Life

par Mario Livio, Ph.D., Jack Szostak, Ph.D. ...

A New York Times–bestselling astrophysicist and a Nobel laureate take us on "a mesmerizing exploration" (Jennifer Doudna) to discover how and where the universe breathed itself into lifeFor a long time, scientists have wondered how life has emerged from inanimate chemistry, and whether Earth is the only place where it exists. Charles Darwin speculated about life on Earth beginning in a warm little ... En savoir plus

$24.99 CAD

A New York Times–bestselling astrophysicist and a Nobel laureate take us on "a mesmerizing exploration" (Jennifer Doudna) to discover how and where the universe breathed itself into lifeFor a long time, scientists have wondered how life has emerged from inanimate chemistry, and whether Earth is the only place where it exists. Charles Darwin speculated about life on Earth beginning in a warm little
... En savoir plus
Where We Meet the World

The Story of the Senses

par Ashley Ward ...

The thrilling story of how our senses evolved and how they shape our encounters with the worldOur senses are what make life worth living. They allow us to appreciate a sip of an ice-cold drink, the sound of laughter, the touch of a lover. But only recently have incredible advances in sensory biology given us the ability to understand how and why our senses evolved as they have.In Where We Meet the ... En savoir plus

Prix courant $22.99 CAD Maintenant $2.99 CAD

The thrilling story of how our senses evolved and how they shape our encounters with the worldOur senses are what make life worth living. They allow us to appreciate a sip of an ice-cold drink, the sound of laughter, the touch of a lover. But only recently have incredible advances in sensory biology given us the ability to understand how and why our senses evolved as they have.In Where We Meet the
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Caesar's Last Breath

Decoding the Secrets of the Air Around Us

par Sam Kean ...

The Guardian's Best Science Book of 2017: the fascinating science and history of the air we breathe.It's invisible. It's ever-present. Without it, you would die in minutes. And it has an epic story to tell.In Caesar's Last Breath, New York Times bestselling author Sam Kean takes us on a journey through the periodic table, around the globe, and across time to tell the story of the air we breathe, ... En savoir plus

$17.99 CAD

The Guardian's Best Science Book of 2017: the fascinating science and history of the air we breathe.It's invisible. It's ever-present. Without it, you would die in minutes. And it has an epic story to tell.In Caesar's Last Breath, New York Times bestselling author Sam Kean takes us on a journey through the periodic table, around the globe, and across time to tell the story of the air we breathe,
... En savoir plus
NADH: The Biological Hydrogen

The Secret of Our Life Energy

par George D. Birkmayer ...

The most promising natural substance in our body is NADH, the biological form of hydrogen. It reacts with the oxygen present in every living cell, producing energy and water. The more energy it can produce the better it function, and the longer the cell, and the entire organism, lives. This book describes the many positive benefits of this new energy supplement that is a potent antioxident, lowers ... En savoir plus

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The most promising natural substance in our body is NADH, the biological form of hydrogen. It reacts with the oxygen present in every living cell, producing energy and water. The more energy it can produce the better it function, and the longer the cell, and the entire organism, lives. This book describes the many positive benefits of this new energy supplement that is a potent antioxident, lowers
... En savoir plus
The Demon in the Freezer

A True Story

par Richard Preston ...

**“The bard of biological weapons captures the drama of the front lines.”—Richard Danzig, former secretary of the navyThe first major bioterror event in the United States-the anthrax attacks in October 2001-was a clarion call for scientists who work with “hot” agents to find ways of protecting civilian populations against biological weapons. In The Demon in the Freezer, his first nonfiction book ... En savoir plus

$6.99 CAD

**“The bard of biological weapons captures the drama of the front lines.”—Richard Danzig, former secretary of the navyThe first major bioterror event in the United States-the anthrax attacks in October 2001-was a clarion call for scientists who work with “hot” agents to find ways of protecting civilian populations against biological weapons. In The Demon in the Freezer, his first nonfiction book
... En savoir plus
Hormones

A Very Short Introduction

par Martin Luck ...

Collections series Very Short Introductions
Hormones play an integral part in the balance and workings of the body. While many people are broadly aware of their existence, there are many misconceptions and few are aware of the nature and importance of the endocrine system. In this Very Short Introduction, Martin Luck explains what hormones are, what they do, where they come from, and how they work. He explains how the endocrine system ... En savoir plus

$4.58 CAD

Hormones play an integral part in the balance and workings of the body. While many people are broadly aware of their existence, there are many misconceptions and few are aware of the nature and importance of the endocrine system. In this Very Short Introduction, Martin Luck explains what hormones are, what they do, where they come from, and how they work. He explains how the endocrine system
... En savoir plus
Vital Question

Energy, Evolution, and the Origins of Complex Life

par Nick Lane ...

“One of the deepest, most illuminating books about the history of life to have been published in recent years.” —The EconomistThe Earth teems with life: in its oceans, forests, skies and cities. Yet there’s a black hole at the heart of biology. We do not know why complex life is the way it is, or, for that matter, how life first began. In The Vital Question, award-winning author and biochemist ... En savoir plus

$17.09 CAD

“One of the deepest, most illuminating books about the history of life to have been published in recent years.” —The EconomistThe Earth teems with life: in its oceans, forests, skies and cities. Yet there’s a black hole at the heart of biology. We do not know why complex life is the way it is, or, for that matter, how life first began. In The Vital Question, award-winning author and biochemist
... En savoir plus
Lose Pounds the Easy Way: A Complete Diet and Weight Loss Guide

A Practical Guide on How to Lose Pounds

par Mary Williams ...

Collections series Natural Weight Loss for 2016
Drop those pounds in a few days, get fit and become healthier, with a complete on how to lose pounds. Don't get caught up in the latest diet fad, use practical methods on eating the right way, the best exercise and a whole range of helpful tips that will guide you on your diet and weight loss journey. Obesity and being overweight is crushing to your self-esteem, become the new you by using these ... En savoir plus

$5.66 CAD

Drop those pounds in a few days, get fit and become healthier, with a complete on how to lose pounds. Don't get caught up in the latest diet fad, use practical methods on eating the right way, the best exercise and a whole range of helpful tips that will guide you on your diet and weight loss journey. Obesity and being overweight is crushing to your self-esteem, become the new you by using these
... En savoir plus
Why Him? Why Her?

How to Find and Keep Lasting Love

par Helen Fisher ...

This national bestseller shows how a better understanding of who you are will help you find and keep the love you want.Helen Fisher can often tell, almost instantly, the hidden strengths and weaknesses in a relationship that are likely to keep a couple together or pull them apart. The words they choose, their facial structure and body language, even their doodles and where they live give strong ... En savoir plus

$12.99 CAD

This national bestseller shows how a better understanding of who you are will help you find and keep the love you want.Helen Fisher can often tell, almost instantly, the hidden strengths and weaknesses in a relationship that are likely to keep a couple together or pull them apart. The words they choose, their facial structure and body language, even their doodles and where they live give strong
... En savoir plus
The Hour Between Dog and Wolf

How Risk-Taking Transforms Us, Body and Mind

par John Coates ...

A successful Wall Street trader turned Cambridge neuroscientist reveals the biology of financial boom and bust, showing how risk-taking transforms our body chemistry, driving us to extremes of euphoria or stressed-out depression.The laws of financial boom and bust, it turns out, have a lot to do with male hormones. In a series of startling experiments, Canadian scientist Dr. John Coates identified ... En savoir plus

$6.99 CAD

A successful Wall Street trader turned Cambridge neuroscientist reveals the biology of financial boom and bust, showing how risk-taking transforms our body chemistry, driving us to extremes of euphoria or stressed-out depression.The laws of financial boom and bust, it turns out, have a lot to do with male hormones. In a series of startling experiments, Canadian scientist Dr. John Coates identified
... En savoir plus
The Forever Witness

How DNA and Genealogy Solved a Cold Case Double Murder

par Edward Humes ...

“Thought-provoking true-crime thriller…the book raises urgent questions of balancing public and private good that we’ll likely be dealing with as long as the title implies.”—Wall Street JournalA relentless detective and a civilian genealogist solve a haunting cold case—and launch a crime-fighting revolution that tests the fragile line between justice and privacy.In November 1987, a young couple ... En savoir plus

Prix courant $16.99 CAD Maintenant $14.99 CAD

“Thought-provoking true-crime thriller…the book raises urgent questions of balancing public and private good that we’ll likely be dealing with as long as the title implies.”—Wall Street JournalA relentless detective and a civilian genealogist solve a haunting cold case—and launch a crime-fighting revolution that tests the fragile line between justice and privacy.In November 1987, a young couple
... En savoir plus
Essential Oils Beauty Secrets Reloaded: How To Make Beauty Products At Home for Skin, Hair & Body Care -A Step by Step Guide & 70 Simple Recipes for Any Skin Type and Hair Type

par Janet Evans ...

Essential Oils Are a Natural and Effective Way to Look beautiful and claim your perfect health! Do you want to find out how to create a healthier lifestyle for yourself and your family by using essential oils? Essential Oils Beauty Secrets Reloaded: How To Make Beauty Products At Home For Skin, Hair & Body Care Step by Step Guide is one of the most complete book on the subject, especially for the ... En savoir plus

$5.66 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Essential Oils Are a Natural and Effective Way to Look beautiful and claim your perfect health! Do you want to find out how to create a healthier lifestyle for yourself and your family by using essential oils? Essential Oils Beauty Secrets Reloaded: How To Make Beauty Products At Home For Skin, Hair & Body Care Step by Step Guide is one of the most complete book on the subject, especially for the
... En savoir plus
Atom

An Odyssey from the Big Bang to Life on Earth...and Beyond

par Lawrence M. Krauss ...

The story of matter and the history of the cosmos from the perspective of a single oxygen atom, told with the insight and wit of one of the most dynamic physicists and writers working today.Through this astonishing work, he manages to stoke wonder at the powers and unlikely events that conspired to create our solar system, our ecosystem, and us. ... En savoir plus

$12.99 CAD

The story of matter and the history of the cosmos from the perspective of a single oxygen atom, told with the insight and wit of one of the most dynamic physicists and writers working today.Through this astonishing work, he manages to stoke wonder at the powers and unlikely events that conspired to create our solar system, our ecosystem, and us.
... En savoir plus
Wetware

A Computer in Every Living Cell

par Dennis Bray ...

"A beautifully written journey into the mechanics of the world of the cell, and even beyond, exploring the analogy with computers in a surprising way" (Denis Noble, author of Dance to the Tune of Life).How does a single-cell creature, such as an amoeba, lead such a sophisticated life? How does it hunt living prey, respond to lights, sounds, and smells, and display complex sequences of movements ... En savoir plus

$17.27 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

"A beautifully written journey into the mechanics of the world of the cell, and even beyond, exploring the analogy with computers in a surprising way" (Denis Noble, author of Dance to the Tune of Life).How does a single-cell creature, such as an amoeba, lead such a sophisticated life? How does it hunt living prey, respond to lights, sounds, and smells, and display complex sequences of movements
... En savoir plus
Flavorama

A Guide to Unlocking the Art and Science of Flavor

par Arielle Johnson ...

“Arielle changed the way that I think about flavor, and in these pages, she will do the same for you” (René Redzepi, chef of Noma).A 2025 JAMES BEARD AWARD NOMINEENAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY BLOOMBERG • DELISH • KCRW/NPR GOOD FOOD • LOS ANGELES TIME • NEW YORK TIMES • SAVEUR • SCIENCE NEWS • TIMES UNION • WASHINGTON POST • ROBB RE... ... En savoir plus

$24.99 CAD

“Arielle changed the way that I think about flavor, and in these pages, she will do the same for you” (René Redzepi, chef of Noma).A 2025 JAMES BEARD AWARD NOMINEENAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY BLOOMBERG • DELISH • KCRW/NPR GOOD FOOD • LOS ANGELES TIME • NEW YORK TIMES • SAVEUR • SCIENCE NEWS • TIMES UNION • WASHINGTON POST • ROBB RE...
... En savoir plus
Life's Ratchet

How Molecular Machines Extract Order from Chaos

par Peter M Hoffmann ...

Life is an enduring mystery. Yet, science tells us that living beings are merely sophisticated structures of lifeless molecules. If this view is correct, where do the seemingly purposeful motions of cells and organisms originate? In Life's Ratchet, physicist Peter M. Hoffmann locates the answer to this age-old question at the nanoscale.Below the calm, ordered exterior of a living organism lies ... En savoir plus

Prix courant $24.99 CAD Maintenant $2.99 CAD

Life is an enduring mystery. Yet, science tells us that living beings are merely sophisticated structures of lifeless molecules. If this view is correct, where do the seemingly purposeful motions of cells and organisms originate? In Life's Ratchet, physicist Peter M. Hoffmann locates the answer to this age-old question at the nanoscale.Below the calm, ordered exterior of a living organism lies
... En savoir plus
Cancer as a Metabolic Disease

On the Origin, Management, and Prevention of Cancer

par Thomas Seyfried ...

The book addresses controversies related to the origins of cancer and provides solutions to cancer management and prevention. It expands upon Otto Warburg's well-known theory that all cancer is a disease of energy metabolism. However, Warburg did not link his theory to the "hallmarks of cancer" and thus his theory was discredited. This book aims to provide evidence, through case studies, that ... En savoir plus

$179.99 CAD

The book addresses controversies related to the origins of cancer and provides solutions to cancer management and prevention. It expands upon Otto Warburg's well-known theory that all cancer is a disease of energy metabolism. However, Warburg did not link his theory to the "hallmarks of cancer" and thus his theory was discredited. This book aims to provide evidence, through case studies, that
... En savoir plus
The Catalyst

RNA and the Quest to Unlock Life's Deepest Secrets

par Thomas R. Cech ...

**Exploring the most transformative breakthroughs in biology since the discovery of the double helix, a Nobel Prize–winning scientist unveils the RNA age."Lively and entertaining.…Biology will never be the same." —Adrian Woolfson, Wall Street JournalAn Economist Best Book of the Year**For over half a century, DNA has dominated science and the popular imagination as the “secret of life.” But over ... En savoir plus

$17.09 CAD

**Exploring the most transformative breakthroughs in biology since the discovery of the double helix, a Nobel Prize–winning scientist unveils the RNA age."Lively and entertaining.…Biology will never be the same." —Adrian Woolfson, Wall Street JournalAn Economist Best Book of the Year**For over half a century, DNA has dominated science and the popular imagination as the “secret of life.” But over
... En savoir plus
Life's Engines

How Microbes Made Earth Habitable

par Paul G. Falkowski ...

Collections Livre 24 - Science Essentials
The marvelous microbes that made life on Earth possible and support our very existenceFor almost four billion years, microbes had the primordial oceans all to themselves. The stewards of Earth, these organisms transformed the chemistry of our planet to make it habitable for plants, animals, and us. Life's Engines takes readers deep into the microscopic world to explore how these marvelous ... En savoir plus

$17.09 CAD

The marvelous microbes that made life on Earth possible and support our very existenceFor almost four billion years, microbes had the primordial oceans all to themselves. The stewards of Earth, these organisms transformed the chemistry of our planet to make it habitable for plants, animals, and us. Life's Engines takes readers deep into the microscopic world to explore how these marvelous
... En savoir plus
The Wisdom Paradox

How Your Mind Can Grow Stronger As Your Brain Grows Older

par Elkhonon Goldberg ...

The Wisdom Paradox explores the aging of the mind from a unique, positive perspective. In an era of increasing fears about mental deterioration, world-renowned neuropsychologist Elkhonon Goldberg provides startling new evidence that though the brain diminishes in some tasks as it ages, it gains in many ways. Most notably, it increases in what he terms “wisdom”: the ability to draw upon knowledge ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD

The Wisdom Paradox explores the aging of the mind from a unique, positive perspective. In an era of increasing fears about mental deterioration, world-renowned neuropsychologist Elkhonon Goldberg provides startling new evidence that though the brain diminishes in some tasks as it ages, it gains in many ways. Most notably, it increases in what he terms “wisdom”: the ability to draw upon knowledge
... En savoir plus
Dance to the Tune of Life

Biological Relativity

par Denis Noble ...

In this thought-provoking book, Denis Noble formulates the theory of biological relativity, emphasising that living organisms operate at multiple levels of complexity and must therefore be analysed from a multi-scale, relativistic perspective. Noble explains that all biological processes operate by means of molecular, cellular and organismal networks. The interactive nature of these fundamental ... En savoir plus

$25.91 CAD

In this thought-provoking book, Denis Noble formulates the theory of biological relativity, emphasising that living organisms operate at multiple levels of complexity and must therefore be analysed from a multi-scale, relativistic perspective. Noble explains that all biological processes operate by means of molecular, cellular and organismal networks. The interactive nature of these fundamental
... En savoir plus
Enzymes

Study Guide

par Roger Prior ...

Collections series Biology Study Guides
This study unit begins with an examination of the chemical nature of enzymes and how their structure contributes to their activity. The Lock and Key Analogy along with the induced fit hypothesis are explained before the need to control energy loss and gain by cells is considered. Included in this topic is activation energy and metabolic pathways. The unit then delves into factors that can affect ... En savoir plus

$1.79 CAD

This study unit begins with an examination of the chemical nature of enzymes and how their structure contributes to their activity. The Lock and Key Analogy along with the induced fit hypothesis are explained before the need to control energy loss and gain by cells is considered. Included in this topic is activation energy and metabolic pathways. The unit then delves into factors that can affect
... En savoir plus
DNA

Study Guide

par Roger Prior ...

Collections series Biology Study Guides
An examination of the structure of the huge polymer, DNA starts this study unit. From there, the focus turns to a consideration of the three essential functions of DNA, namely replication, protein synthesis (transcription and translation) and three types of gene mutations. Complete rationales for each function are included along with useful examples. A special feature of this unit is an ... En savoir plus

$1.79 CAD

An examination of the structure of the huge polymer, DNA starts this study unit. From there, the focus turns to a consideration of the three essential functions of DNA, namely replication, protein synthesis (transcription and translation) and three types of gene mutations. Complete rationales for each function are included along with useful examples. A special feature of this unit is an
... En savoir plus

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