Books with author Andrew Mills

From brainy biologists and clever chemists to magnificent mathematicians and phenomenal physicists. Discover 100 remarkable scientists who shaped our world.Containing a universe of knowledge, this amazing kids' educational book tells the story of the extraordinary people who revolutionized our understanding of the world. A stunning way for children to meet science's most important people.Read through information-packed mini-biographies of 100 brilliant scientists and innovators who have shaped our society and how we see the world around us. A perfect "everything you want to know in one place" about the history of science for children aged 8-12.Readers learn about discoveries that laid the groundwork for some of the most impressive innovations in history. Biologists, chemists, physicists, doctors, coders, and astronauts are all featured including Hippocrates, Da Vinci, Alan Turing, Stephen Hawking, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and more. An attractive and engaging kids book that may inspire the next Einstein or Curie! Made for those always curious children and those who need encouragement to aspire to greatness and see the marvels of science. Put children inside the minds of scientific heroes through clever speech bubbles alongside portraits with first-person fun facts about their lives. It's a cool way to personalize these incredible people and engage children while giving them a solid base in science. Did you know that Marie Curie's notebooks are still radioactive? They're too dangerous to touch and even glow! And Louis Pasteur, who furthered the development of vaccinations and more, liked to paint in his spare time? Who knew!Learn About The Minds Who Shaped The World!Dive into the world of theories and experiments, reactions, and equations, as we meet the figures who have helped us understand our universe and our place in it. Find out why Copernicus shook the world, what elements Marie Curie discovered, and how Franklin, Crick, and Watson unlocked the secrets of our DNA. It's divided into Pioneers, Biologists, Chemists, Physicists, and Innovators, whose innovations have changed the world and continue to change it now. Discover amazing facts about the world and the people behind some of humanity's most impressive advancements. Some of the amazing trailblazers you'll meet:- Alan Turing- Marie Curie- Barbara McClintock- Leonardo da Vinci- And so many more! This fabulous title is one of five children's books in the 100 In History series. Add 100 Women Who Made History, 100 People Who Made History, 100 Events That Made History, and 100 Inventions That Made History to your bookshelf and learn more about the significant people, events, and inventions that shaped the world we live in today.

These are the combat experiences of the first Marine to command a special operations task force, recounted against a backdrop of his journey from raw Second Lieutenant to seasoned Colonel and Task Force Commander; from leading Marines through the streets of Mogadishu, Baghdad, Fallujah and Mosul to directing multi-national special operations forces in a dauntingly complex fight against a formidable foe. The journey culminates in the story’s centerpiece: the fight against ISIS, in which the author is able to use the lessons of his harsh apprenticeship to lead the SOF task force under his command to hasten the Caliphate’s eventual demise. Milburn has an unusual background for a US Marine, and this is no ordinary war memoir. Very few personal accounts of war cover such a wide breadth of experience, or with so discerning a perspective. As Bing West comments: “His exceptional skill is telling each story of battle and then knitting them into a coherent whole. By the end of the book, the reader understands what happened on the ground in the wars against terrorists over the past twenty years.” Milburn tells his extraordinary story with self-effacing candor, describing openly his personal struggles with the isolation of command, post-combat trauma and family tragedy. And with the skill and insight of a natural story teller, he makes the reader experience what it’s like to lead those who fight America’s wars.

In 1755, George Washington is given a sash by a dying General Edward Braddock. Twenty-two years later, the sash is stolen. Washington, fearing the theft is part of a plot by his political enemies, orders Lieutenant Archibald Mercer to recover the sash and thwart the plot. Mercer is suddenly thrust into a perilous intrigue involving the most powerful men of the day. He must use every bit of his cunning to protect himself and his loyal, but bumbling, brother Smith.

Michael Kiggins was a man everyone in Alexandria, Virginia, wanted as a friend. When he is murdered while performing his duties as a nightwatchman, it is up to Archibald Mercer to solve the murder. With a new sheriff in Alexandria trying to prevent him from solving the case, Archibald must use all of the cunning and skill he has accumulated over a lifetime to find a killer and show a new generation of crime solvers that old detectives still have a few tricks up their sleeves.

Improve your reading skills while learning about myths, legends, fairytales, and folklore.These fantastic retellings feature great stories from mythology about terrifying dragons and monsters, magical winged animals, the undead, gods and goddesses, and shapeshifters. Mythical Beasts is a new title in the exciting and engaging four-level DK Readers series. Developing a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects featuring DK's stunning photography, to support children as they learn to read.

In 1824, the presidential election ended in controversy as Andrew Jackson, John Quincy Adams, William Crawford, and Henry Clay were unable to receive enough votes to be declared the winner. What followed was a controversial vote in the House of Representatives which led to the presidency of John Quincy Adams. However, when a letter reaches Archibald Mercer about a potential scandal involving the election, it is up to him to determine whether or not John Quincy Adams really did win the election or if he found a way to steal from Andrew Jackson.

Meet Ophelia. Ophelia is a vampire who has lived for centuries. She likes cruising the club scene, classical literature, and men who know their place. Meet Emma. Emma is a werewolf who lives above the pack owned garage. She likes bacon, working on bikes, bacon, cute boys with big brown eyes, and bacon. Meet Sajan. Sajan is a Herbad, an apprentice Magi, who lives with his Dastur. He likes making people happy, hot girls in leather, and serving Ahura Mazda as a light shining against the darkness. Meet Jan. Jan is a Veiðimaðr, a monster hunter, who lives with his grandmother. He likes working out, making friends, and not getting knives thrown at him by his grandmother. Meet Agent Smith. Agent Smith works for the Federal government, keeping an eye on people like Ophelia, Emma, Sajan, and Jan. Agent Smith likes it when the people he keeps an eye on don't do anything... dramatic. This week Ophelia, Emma, Sajan, and Jan are going to meet for the first time. Drama is about to ensue.

Is your child interested in turtles? Then this will be the perfect picture book.You and your child will discover fun and fascinating facts about these awesome, cool, and often downright strange pets.Including…*FULL-COLOR pictures of turtles of all shapes, sizes, and colors - your child will love them.*Why turtles have different types of shells.*How sea turtles can drink salt water.*Why some turtles have eyes on top of their head.*Can turtles crawl out of their shell?*Turtles don't have teeth - so how do they chew their food?*How to tell how old a turtle is.*How big is the biggest turtle?*Why turtles fold their necks into their shells.…and so much more!Includes FULL-COLOR photos of the most awesome, coolest, and weirdest turtles you and your child have ever seen.So get ready to spend quality time together with your child as you enjoy seeing these amazing creatures and learning fun and intriguing facts about turtles.

In 1755, George Washington is given a sash by a dying General Edward Braddock. Twenty-two years later, the sash is stolen. Washington, fearing the theft is part of a plot by his political enemies, orders Lieutenant Archibald Mercer to recover the sash and thwart the plot. Mercer is suddenly thrust into a perilous intrigue involving the most powerful men of the day. He must use every bit of his cunning to protect himself and his loyal brother Smith from the lurking dangers surrounding a lone piece of clothing which has the power to change the leadership of the American army.

Is your child a fan of giraffes? Then this will be the perfect picture and early readers book.You and your child will discover fun and fascinating facts about these amazing, majestic, and gigantic animals that stand as high as a two-story house and weigh more than a car!Including…*FULL-COLOR pictures of the tallest, most breath-taking, and most eye-catching giraffes - your child will love them.* Why giraffes chew their food twice.* What giraffes eat and how much of it (you'll be surprised).* How fast can giraffes run? (faster than the speed limit in many streets!)* How giraffes can see better and farther than other animals.* Where giraffes get most of their water from (not from rivers or lakes).* The ingenious way that giraffes get up from the ground.* The interesting way that giraffes keep sand and ants out of their nose.…and so much more!Includes FULL-COLOR photos of the most fascinating, most interesting, and most awesome giraffes you and your child have ever seen.So get ready to spend quality time together with your child as you enjoy seeing these amazing creatures and learning fun and intriguing facts about giraffes, the tallest animals that walk on the Earth.