The Science of Why, Volume 4: Answers to Questions About Science Facts, Fables, and Phenomena

The Science of Why #4

by Jay Ingram

Back by popular a brand-new volume of science queries, quirks, and quandaries in the mega-bestselling Science of Why series, sure to enlighten and entertain readers of all ages.Have you ever wondered why we close our eyes when we sneeze? Or how far underground things can live? Or if there’s a way to choose the fastest lineup at the grocery store? Yes? Then fasten your seat belts! Bestselling author Jay Ingram is here to take you on a rollercoaster ride through science’s most perplexing puzzles. From the age-old mysteries that have fascinated us to the pressing unknowns about our future and all the everyday wonderings in-between, Jay answers questions that confound and dumbfound, such Why do zebras have stripes? How many universes might there be? Can we live for 200 years? ...along with everything you ever wanted to know about alien civilizations, photographic memories, nanobots, poop, and (conveniently) toilet paper. Bursting with laugh-out-loud illustrations, jaw-dropping marvels, and head-scratching science fictions, The Science of Why, Volume 4 will give readers of all stripes a real thrill.

Genres: Nonfiction

204 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 19, 2019

About the author

Jay Ingram CM (born March 20, 1945) is a Canadian author and broadcaster. He was host of the television show Daily Planet (originally titled @discovery.ca), which airs on Discovery Channel Canada, since the channel's inception in 1995. Ingram's last episode of Daily Planet aired on June 5, 2011. Ingram announced his retirement but stated he will make guest appearances on Daily Planet. He was succeeded by Dan Riskin. His book The End of Memory: A Natural History of Aging and Alzheimer’s is forthcoming from St. Martin's Press in 2015.

Reviews

[Steve · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great and entertaining look at things sciency by Jay Ingram

I had previously read Jay Ingram’s “Why Do Onions Make Me Cry” and loved it so I had high expectations for The Science of Why #4. I was not disappointed. It consists of short snippets on things sciency, along with rather cute illustrations. The snippets are extremely well written and amusing, with Ingram showing a good sense of humor. Ingram writes in a conversational tone and the book felt more like Ingram was talking to me over a cup of coffee, than I was reading his book. Although science, Ingram explains everything very clearly and does not use jargon. I recommend this book for anyone interested in science and I look forward to reading more books by him.
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this book via Netgalley for review purposes.

[Andy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Damn! I had an absurd amount of fun reading this. It was a good balance of informative and funny, and the little Illustrated Ingram really helped. I'm tempted to pick up volumes 1-3 now for a great afternoon scientific marathon.

[Sara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Large printing mistake on page 111.