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Books with author David Jefferis

  • Mars

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, March 15, 2008)
    Describes the planet Mars, its physical characteristics, its moons, and the history of human exploration of the planet.
    R
  • Robots

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, Nov. 1, 1982)
    Discusses various kinds of machines which can perform some human or animal tasks, including space voyager robots, fantasy robots, and robot warriors. Includes glossary.
    N
  • Helicopters

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Warwick, April 1, 1990)
    Explains how helicopters function and describes the different types and their military and civilian uses.
    H
  • Helicopters

    David Jefferis

    Hardcover (Franklin Watts Ltd, May 15, 1987)
    None
  • Galaxies: Immense Star Islands

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 30, 2009)
    Introduces galaxies, including where they may have originated, what makes up a galaxy, and what can be found in the Milky Way, Earth's galaxy.
    U
  • All-Terrain Bikes

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Sept. 1, 2001)
    Examines the history, types of bikes, different terrains, and safety precautions for all-terrain biking.
    M
  • Cars

    David Jefferis

    Hardcover (Franklin Watts Ltd, Jan. 12, 2006)
    None
  • Star Spotters: Telescopes and Observatories

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Crabtree Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2009)
    In orbit and on the ground, star spotters are the eyes we use to explore deep into space. Star Spotters: Telescopes and Observatories answers questions such as: What is the most powerful telescope? What is radio astronomy? How big is the Hubble Space Telescope? and What future telescopes are planned?
    R
  • Battle Kings

    David Jefferis

    Hardcover (Franklin Watts Ltd, April 25, 1991)
    The story of the tank and its development this century is recreated in this text. As well as describing the effects of using tanks in wartime situations, the book looks at what it is like to control this machine and the future designs for smaller, lighter and more economical tanks.
  • BioTech: Frontiers of Medicine

    David Jefferis

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Dec. 31, 2001)
    This up-to-date book describes what happens when biology meets technology. This book explores the amazing leaps currently being made in medicine, from artificial organs and bio-chip sensors to bio-tech homes and smart food. The mapping of the genomes of living things and how they work are also explained along with the societal consequences. Full-color illustrations.
    R
  • Extreme Structures: Mega-Constructions of the 21st Century

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, April 30, 2006)
    Provides answers to such questions as "Where are the tallest skyscrapers?" and "Can our structures use less energy for a cleaner world?"
    R
  • Animal Kingdom

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Nov. 1, 2002)
    Presents, in brief text and illustrations, miscellaneous facts about some unusual characteristics of various animals.
    S