What Makes Me, Me?
Big Questions About the Body
(Autor) Robert WinstonWhy do you have brown eyes, hairy fingers, dangly earlobes, or knuckles that crack? Are you a thrill-seeker, a people-person, a computer whizz, or a social wallflower with a morbid fear of spiders? And if so, who's to blame -- your parents or your genes? What Makes Me, Me? is an age-appropriate tour of the tricky subject of biology and how genetic make-up and experience makes everyone unique. Find out what genes and chromosomes are for, why some people are left-footed but right-eyed, and what it takes to become an Olympic athlete or a chess grand master. Diagrams, illustrations, updated images, and the easy-to-understand text in What Makes Me, Me? makes this difficult subject digestible, while tests and quizzes create a personal experience allowing children to see how the information relates to themselves.
Robert Winston
Robert Winston is a British scientist, medical doctor, and television presenter known for his work in the field of reproductive medicine. He has authored numerous books on science and medicine, with a clear and engaging writing style that makes complex topics accessible to a general audience. Winston's most famous work is "The Human Mind," a groundbreaking exploration of the brain and its functions. His contributions to literature have helped bridge the gap between scientific research and public understanding, making him a leading figure in popular science writing.