Books with title Hissing Cockroaches

When the Norwegian ambassador to Thailand is found dead in a Bangkok brothel, Inspector Harry Hole is dispatched from Oslo to help hush up the case. But once he arrives Harry discovers that this case is about much more than one random murder. There is something else, something more pervasive, scrabbling around behind the scenes. Or, put another way, for every cockroach you see in your hotel room, there are hundreds behind the walls. Surrounded by round-the-clock traffic noise, Harry wanders the streets of Bangkok lined with go-go bars, temples, opium dens, and tourist traps, trying to piece together the story of the ambassador's death even though no one asked him to, and no one wants him to, not even Harry himself.

This engaging science book examines the body parts, behavior, and likes and dislikes of one of the oldest creatures in the world. Fun experiments are described, including how to stage cockroach fights. Now back in print, this new edition, revised and updated, will enchant readers seeking narrative science nonfiction. AWARDS Named to the list of Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 REVIEWS ". . . a lively text make[s] this a choice browsing title for those interested in science, insect pests--and the revolting." Kirkus ". . . well-organized text describes the structure and behavior of various species of cockroaches. Includes suggestions for experimentation and observation." Science Child

Cockroaches may be creepy-crawly, but these resilient insects once shared the world with dinosaurs! Eager young readers will find out where cockroaches live, how they grow, and what they eat in this title featuring up close, crisp photography. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Captions identify insect behaviors. Picture glossaries offer visual supports. Size diagrams show the actual size of insects. Labeled bubbles call out favorite foods. Labeled bubbles identify insect life spans.

This engaging science book examines the body parts, behavior, and likes and dislikes of one of the oldest creatures in the world. Fun experiments are described, including how to stage cockroach fights. Now back in print, this new edition, revised and updated, will enchant readers seeking narrative science nonfiction. AWARDS Named to the list of Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 REVIEWS “. . . a lively text make[s] this a choice browsing title for those interested in science, insect pests—and the revolting.” Kirkus “. . . well-organized text describes the structure and behavior of various species of cockroaches. Includes suggestions for experimentation and observation.” Science Child