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• Storm in a Teacup

  the Physics of Everyday Life

  Czerski, Helen, 1978-

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  Uses everyday objects—like teacups and toast—to explain fundamental physics concepts.

• Why We Sleep

  Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams

  Walker, Matthew P,

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  Explores the science of sleep and why it’s essential to human health and function.

• Gulp

  Adventures on the Alimentary Canal

  Roach, Mary

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  A fascinating look at the weird science of eating, digestion, and the human gut.

• The Disappearing Spoon

  and Other True Tales of Madness, Love, and the History of the World From the Periodic Table of the Elements

  Kean, Sam

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  Explores the surprising and sometimes bizarre stories behind the elements of the periodic table and how they impact daily life.

• How Things Work

  the Inner Life of Everyday Machines

  Gray, Theodore W,

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  A visually rich exploration of the science behind everyday objects, from refrigerators to clocks.

• Stuff Matters

  Exploring the Marvelous Materials That Shape Our Man-made World

  Miodownik, Mark,

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  A deep dive into materials like glass, steel, and plastic that shape modern life.

• What If?

  Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions

  Munroe, Randall,

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  Explores bizarre yet fascinating hypothetical scenarios using real science.

• The Body

  a Guide for Occupants

  Bryson, Bill,

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  A humorous yet informative journey through the human body and how it works.

• The Joy of X

  a Guided Tour of Math, From One to Infinity

  Strogatz, Steven H. (Steven Henry)

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  Explains the surprising role of mathematics in our everyday experiences.