"An inviting and accessible introduction to neuroscience and brain function." —Booklist (starred review)This third book in the Extraordinary Animals series delves into the mind-bending world of amazing animal brains.Real-life animal brainiacs and the scientists who study them come to life in this detailed look at how animal—and human—brains work and the incredible things they can do. Meet goldfish who drive their own special car in...

Most people believe the only way to acquire a million dollars is by purchasing a winning lottery ticket. The authors of Future Millionaires’ Guidebook contend that making smart and deliberate financial decisions can help anyone achieve this goal. Written by the reporters and editors of the award-winning personal finance website Bankrate.com, Future Millionaires’ Guidebook is designed to help readers learn about every facet of their financial lives. Chapter topics include organizing your fi...

Das Unbewusste als Territorium kultureller und politischer Konflikte und wie die Psychoanalyse heute helfen kann, sie zu lösen.Die Rede vom Unbewussten begann mit dem Niedergang der Religion um 1800. Hundert Jahre später entstand die Psychoanalyse, die von Anfang an nicht nur Therapieform, sondern auch Instrument des Erkenntnisgewinns und der Kulturkritik war. Die Kulturwissenschaftlerin Christina von Braun und der Psychoanalytiker Tilo Held beleuchten die Bedeutun...

Meet incredible animals with all kinds of highly developed senses and learn about the jobs they do in this book full of amazing facts, cool science, and activities.Fly alongside a photo-delivery pigeon, discover a honeybee’s electric secrets, and sail the high seas with a poop-sniffing dog detective on a mission to save endangered killer whales. All of these animals use their super senses, from echolocation to electroreception, to help human coworkers tackle real-w...