New Releases by Melvin Berger

release date: Jan 01, 1986

An explanation of the composition, behavior, and uses of atoms, molecules, and quarks, the building blocks of the universe.

Hazardous Substances, a Reference

release date: Jan 01, 1986

Entries include name, acronym, formula, description, exposure standards, uses, and health effects. Also includes a listing of federal laws and agencies, terms used in the field, and sources for further information.

Star Gazing, Comet Tracking, and Sky Mapping

Explains how to learn about stars, constellations, comets, and other astronomical phenomena by studying the sky without a telescope.

Space Shots, Shuttles, and Satellites

Discusses the first quarter-century of our space program, what is happening now, and what is planned for the future.

Computers in Your Life

Explains how computers work and discusses their increasing importance in more and more areas of day-to-day life.

The Stereo-Hi Fi Handbook

A guide to hi fi equipment and the selection, operation, and maintenance of the various components.

The Trumpet Book

Introduces the history and construction of the trumpet, related instruments, composers, musicians, and music written for the trumpet and offers the beginning player advice on instruction and careers.

The Supernatural

Discusses ESP, parapsychology, astrology, psychokinesis, spiritualism, faith healing, witchcraft, and UFO''s.

Medical Center Lab

Describes the work done in clinical and research laboratories within medical centers and the specific jobs of the various lab personnel.

Cancer Lab

An introduction to cancer, cancer research, and associated career opportunities. Discusses the particular activities of some leading scientists in their research laboratories.

The Clarinet and Saxophone Book

Discusses the history of the clarinet and saxophone, how they are made, music that has been composed for them, outstanding performers on these instruments, and advice for the would-be student.

Animal Hospital

Discusses the varied activities of veterinarians and their assistants in animal hospitals and of researchers in animal medicine.

Oceanography Lab

Discusses the daily activities of oceanographers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and some of the current problems in oceanographic research.

The Flute Book

An introduction to the flute from the first lessons to career opportunities and from the scientific principles of the instrument to its history.

Those Amazing Computers!

Discusses the uses of computers in such areas as crime fighting, space flight, and medicine.

The National Weather Service

Tools of Modern Biology

Describes various tools and methods used by scientists in studying biology.

Triumphs of Modern Science

Science and Music

by: Melvin Berger, Frank Clark