Books in Science of Life series

Part of the Time Life Science Series, which is a great series explaining the history of specific subjects, this is one of a series of books covering all aspects of science. This edition includes many later chapters detailing the specific "how things work" and aspects of many common machines. Included: The Machine Made Fabric of the American Dream, A Seasoned Instrument for War and Peace, The Revolution Fomented by Simple Steam, Assembly-line Avenues to Abundance, The Quickened World of Internal Combustion, Electrical Servants of Every Man, Master Keys to an Age of Communication, The Promise and Problems of Automation

The perfect guide for preparing scouts, explorers, and budding survival experts for any eventuality while adventuring in the great outdoorsFull of inspiring true life survival stories, this helpful guide teaches top tips for surviving out in the wilderness—or even in the backyard. Taking inspiration from the experts, it covers a multitude of survival techniques both historical and cultural, from how the SAS approach survival during wartime to how the Bedouin survive with barely any water in the intense desert heat. So switch off that computer game, step outside, and use this invaluable guide to learn how to plot a map, make a weatherproof shelter, navigate using the stars, leave tracking signals for others to follow, bake high-energy survival snacks, and more!