Books with author Virginia B. Silverstein

Describes various kinds of robots and their uses and considers the relationship of robots and humans and the implications of a world increasingly run by robots.

Provides a close-up look at a beautiful bird of prey, while explaining how the peregrine falcons were brought to the brink of extinction by the effects of pesticides and recounting preservation efforts that have resulted in North American repopulation.

An up-to-date study of cancer discusses the origins and symptoms of the disease, diverse types of cancer, current therapies used, and research into the prevention and treatment of cancer

Describes the physical characteristics and habits of guinea pigs and gives instructions for keeping them as pets.

Describes the history, causes, prevention, and treatment of the common cold and flu, as well as the effects on people and society

Describes the purpose and components of the digestive system, traces the course of food through the system, and discusses diet, food poisoning, and common ailments

Describes the causes, symptoms, effects, and treatment of the various forms of epilepsy.

Examines the origins and effects of AIDS, dispels myths about the disease, and discusses recent treatments and research.

Discusses the history and symptoms of diabetes, causes, tests, and treatments, and preventing and possibly eliminating the disease

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Discusses the many different functions of the mouth and describes the physical characteristics and duties of the individual structures it contains.

Discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Lyme disease, as well as ways to protect against it.