Books with author . William Heinemann

Explaining the potential dangers facing our world, this series offers positive suggestions for securing our future. The books demystify terms such as "global warming", "acid rain" and "ozone layer" and discuss how real the dangers are, what is being done today and what can be done in the future. The titles should provide a useful resource for students studying areas of the curriculum involving science, technology, geography and environmental studies.

A unique series for this age group that looks at conditions and health problems that are not contagious. It introduces and explains to young children the conditions they are likely to encounter all about them in their everyday life. Examining how each condition occurs, who gets it and why, and how it affects general life, this book explores the physical symptoms and the social implications of each condition. It aims to dispel negative myths and stimulate a positive attitude about these conditions.

This series investigates scientific developments and theories that give rise to popular and widespread interest, concern and controversy. Each book looks at a different source of controversy and: introduces the personalities and interest groups; features details of the development or discovery; explains the underlying science and techniques; reviews the issues and opinions involved; and uses a variety of examples and evidence.