Books with author Richard Wake

When the curtain rises, a bevy of Norwegian Girls, among whom are Daland’s daughter, Senta and her nurse Mary, are discovered turning their spinning wheels and singing a spinning song. A picture of the “Flying Dutchman” adorns the wall, and Senta, after singing a ballad sketching in incoherent, passionate strains, a story of the subject of the picture, solemnly vows that she will become the means of terminating the torment, to which the “Flying Dutchman” is subjected, and who can only be saved by a woman unwaveringly constant in her love. During the confusion which ensues upon this avowal, the father’s arrival is announced. In the time intervening between this announcement and Daland’s arrival, Erik, Senta’s lover, pleads for his love, and endeavors to persuade Senta that her infatuation for a phantom lover will lead to her irretrievable ruin; but to no avail. Daland arrives and presents the “Flying Dutchman” to his daughter. Senta accepts him as her affianced husband.

Richard Walker is an award-winning author of books about natural history and human biology for both children and adults, including Kingfisher Knowledge: Human Body. He has a Ph.D. in zoology. As a former biology teacher he has a practical understanding of the importance of accessible reference materials. Featuring stunning photography and fact-filled, easy-to-read text, The Human Body explores the intricate connections between body systems, from digestion to respiration to reproduction. Photographs show the CAT scan images and computer models that doctors use to diagnose and understand disease, and the text explores the science of genetics, the base of all life on earth.Kingfisher Knowledge takes readers into the heart of a subject. Vivid photographs and thought-provoking digital artwork capture the essence of each topic, while compelling text guides the reader through a wealth of information. Each chapter encourages the reader to discover more through links to web sites, books, and places to visit and even suggests possible career opportunities. Golden Photo Guides from St. Martin's Press are a series of natural history books introducing younger students to fascinating subjects through beautiful, full-color photography and simple, engaging text.

This interactive Science Lab Kit teaches kids everything they need to know about the organs, structure, and functions of the human body. A 32-page manual is divided into 14 different "laboratories" (sections) that cover a variety of topics and include over 40 experiments that teach about the basic systems and functions of the human body. Step-by-step instructions are given for activities ranging from exploring reflexes to discovering why your recorded voice sounds different from your speaking voice. Anatomy lessons are made fun and memorable by the easy-to-follow experiments that include taking fingerprints, measuring lung capacity, and building a stethoscope. A full-sized anatomy chart and stickers are included.

Gilbert and Jade despite their differences are the very best of friends. Gilbert is serious and aloof and fancies himself to be the world's greatest scientist one day. Jade on the other hand is imaginative, loves to daydream and is naturally caring, but won't stand for any nonsense. Gilbert would never admit it, but Jade is the one that really wears the trousers. Here the pair meet the eccentric Professor Boson who inadvertently takes them to a future world where the only people are robots. The friends also get an interesting lesson in recycling...

Did you know that in one drop of blood there are 250 million red cells and 16 million platelets but only 375,000 white cells? Marvel at the wonders of the human body, from the tiniest cells to the awesome power of the brain. DK Guide to Human Body is a vivid, cutting-edge look at how our bodies work and will change the way you look at yourself forever.