Collection: Adult Non Fiction - Science and Technology

"Be prepared for your next escapade with this handy guide to the world of knots. Included are all the essential knots you need to know, plus more advanced ties, so you'll be all set for whatever you're planning. Find your adventure by location: The Woods, covering all your camping needs; The Sea,...

This volume is the unrivalled sports car anthology. It curates the most exquisite, remarkable, and desirable models from 1910 to the present. Settling for nothing less than the very best of the best, and presenting each model with stunning imagery taken by the world's leading car photographers al...

Science tells us a good deal about who we are, where we come from, the nature of the universe, how our brains work, and much, much more. Unfortunately, most people are largely unaware of this treasure trove of information. As a result, we are more prone to do things like aim nuclear weapons at ea...

In this fascinating foray into the millennia-long relationship between science and military power, acclaimed astrophysicist and "the world's best science communicator" (Times Literary Supplement) Neil deGrasse Tyson and writer-researcher Avis Lang examine how the methods and tools of astrophysics...

An entertaining and enlightening look at the discovery of twenty-five medical breakthroughs that changed the world--unintentionally.

Yottabytes, massive diamonds, the 1800s version of Fortnight - not to mention more pizza! These are just some of the marvels explained in Adam Spencer's Numberland. Yes folks, Australia's funniest and most-loved mathematician is back with a brand new book bursting with fascinating facts, perplexi...

"Adventures in Maps features twenty awe-inspiring journeys, ranging in distances from a few miles to great treks across land, sea, air, and space. Some chart the route a traveller followed, while some are the fruits of exploration, and others were made to help future travellers find their way. Am...