Everything Under the Sun : a curious question for every day of the year
(Author) Molly OldfieldHow much bamboo can a giant panda eat? Do aliens exist? What we would do if we didn't have a prime minister? Why do hammerhead sharks have such strange-shaped heads? Find out the answers to these curious questions and much, much more! Ponder where ideas come from with award-winning illustrator, Rob Biddulph. Find out why you taste things differently when you have a cold with Michelin star chef, Heston Blumenthal. Learn about everything from how astronauts see in the dark to what the biggest dinosaur was with experts from the Natural History Museum. Fascinating facts are accompanied by gorgeous illustrations making the perfect gift for Christmas. Whether you read a question a day, or dip into it whenever you are feeling curious, this is a book to treasure and share all year round. Illustrated by Momoko Abe, Kelsey Buzzell, Beatrice Cerocchi, Alice Courtley, Sandra de la Prada, Grace Easton, Manuela Montoya Escobar, Richard Jones, Lisa Koesterke, Gwen Millward, Sally Mullaney, and Laurie Stansfield.
Molly Oldfield
Molly Oldfield is a British writer and researcher known for her unique approach to storytelling and her ability to uncover fascinating facts and stories from history. She is best known for her work as a researcher on the popular BBC television series QI and as the author of the "Secret Museum" series, which delves into the hidden stories behind museum objects. Oldfield's writing style is engaging and informative, making her books accessible to readers of all ages. Her contributions to literature include shedding light on lesser-known historical events and figures, bringing them to the forefront of popular culture. Her most famous work, "The Secret Museum: Some Treasures Are Too Precious to Display," has been praised for its innovative storytelling and captivating content. Oldfield's impact on the literary genre of historical non-fiction is significant, as she continues to inspire readers to explore the hidden stories of the past.