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Unseen Jungle

The Microbes That Secretly Control Our World

By: Eleanor Spicer Rice, PhD, Rob Wilson (Illustrator)

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Paperback | 31 October 2023

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Format
Paperback

Age
7 - 10

Dimensions(cm)
21.5 x 15.5 x 1.5

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This lively peek into the amazing world of microbes, replete with a kid-pleasing "ick" factor, is bursting with fascinating facts, laugh-out-loud humour and fun illustrations.

Microbes are everywhere: outside, indoors, on your body, in your body. In fact, microbial cells outnumber your human cells three to one. Whether helping people digest their food or using mind-control techniques to lure mice into the path of hungry cats (no, really), microbes form an unseen jungle all around us.

Through zany facts, hilarious and sometimes disgusting illustrations, and interviews with experts in their fields, aspiring young scientists (or kids who just want to be grossed out) will discover a hidden world in which your health depends on a myriad of microbes, houseflies get zombified by fungi, and termites are saving the planet one fart at a time.

With such extras as sidebars, limericks, and even a lesson on how to draw E. coli, this âewwâ-worthy treasure trove for kids is an engrossing romp into the microbe drama unfolding where you might least expect it.

About the Author

Eleanor Spicer Rice, PhD, is an entomologist and the author of seven books, including Dr Eleanor's Book of Common Ants, Dr Eleanor's Book of Common Spiders,and Ants: Workers of the World. She lives in North Carolina, USA, with her husband, sons, dogs, hermit crabs, an assortment of spiders and insects, and a small but valiant flock of homing pigeons.

About the Illustrator

Rob Wilson is an award-winning illustrator and celebrated graphic designer who has created work for the Washington Post, New York magazine, the Wall Street Journal, Mother Jones, and the covers of bestselling books. He is the creator of the icon for the popular podcast Welcome to Night Vale, and his work has been featured in galleries in London and New York City, where he lives.

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