Monster Science: The Science Behind Zombies, Mummies and Frankenstein's Monster - Hardcover

Lin, Joy

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1526313332 ISBN 13: 9781526313331

Publisher: Wayland, 2021

Synopsis

The myth-busting Monster Science series explores the science behind the hottest monsters in pop culture.

Could electricity really bring Frankenstein's creature to life? Could a zombie even move about without living flesh on its bones? What methods through time have been used to mummify people? Discover whether the scariest monsters could exist when you apply the hard facts of science.

Perfect for the reluctant scientist in your life - draw them in with the graphic novel feel and spooky details of this series! Science principles come to life through quirky and humorous explanations paired with illustrations that strike a balance between the right amount of gory and funny.

Author Joy Lin, named one of the most inspirational science teachers by TED Ed, has a featured series on their website. She is also a screenwriter, comedian and presents superpower science theories at various Comic Cons. Joy is also author of the series Superpower Science.

About this title

About the Authors

Until recently, Joy Lin was a high school science teacher in Austin, Texas. She has a BA in Biology, a BS in Chemistry and another BS in Biochemistry from UT Austin. In 2013, TED and Kohl's Cares teamed up to look for 18 most inspiring lessons to animate, and her Hollywood vs. Science lessons were selected. She wrote a series of six videos: If Superpowers Were Real. She is also the author of the four-book series Superpower Science.
She is now in the process of becoming an entertainer. She is a stand-up comedian who's been featured in four comedy festivals and competitions, most recently in NYC.

Violet Tobacco illustrates from her small apartment in Atlanta. She grew up drawing and performing in theatre, so when she was originally choosing her career path, she took up a degree in theatre studies. On the cusp of her college career, Violet realised that her true love was storytelling - illustration is where her heart has found a home. She loves illustrating children's books, portraits, character designs, concept work, and anything that blends teamwork with new experiences. Violet loves working with other creative individuals and creating wild and whimsical worlds that help us better understand who we are.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wayland
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1526313332
• ISBN 13: 9781526313331
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Tobacco Violet
• Number of pages: 32