John Farndon

John Farndon

  • 5 stars across 122 books
John Farndon is an author of exciting and accessible science books for children. His 'What Happens When?' was short-listed for the Rhone-Poulenc science prize in 1997. He has contributed to numerous science encyclopaedias. His book 'The Complete Book of the Brain' has been short-listed for 2001 Junior Aventis Prizes for Science Books.
16th July 2019

The Natural World

Get ready for the journey of a lifetime... up in the sky! Bird's Eye View: The Natural World takes you on an amazi... MoreThe Natural World

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1st January 2014

100 Facts Great Scientists

100 Facts Great Scientists is the ultimate science book for children! Bursting with exactly 100 amazing facts, fascina... More100 Facts Great Scientists

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25th October 2007

Do Not Open

Psst! Want to know a secret? Do you dare open me up? Because inside you'll find the incredible 'truth' about mind-boggli... MoreDo Not Open

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31st May 2009

100 Facts on Spies

100 Facts Spies covers key topics about secret agents and their missions in concise numbered facts. Information is sur... More100 Facts on Spies

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2nd June 2011

What Do We Know About Stars and Galaxies?

How do we know Earth isn't flat? What are the benefits of space exploration, and is it good value? How and why do scient... MoreWhat Do We Know About Stars and Galaxies?

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9th June 2015

Earth Lab: World Atlas

"Earth Lab: World Atlas" takes children around the globe to discover our planet s rich diversity of cultures, wildlife, ... MoreEarth Lab: World Atlas

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30th April 2009

100 Facts on Archaeology

This title explores some of the oldest and most amazing archaeological finds, as well as explaining what they tell us ab... More100 Facts on Archaeology

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12th March 2013

Explore the Deadly World of Bugs, Snakes, Spiders, Crocodiles

The dramatic lives and conflicts of the world's strangest creatures are shown in 1500 amazing close-up photographs. It i... MoreExplore the Deadly World of Bugs, Snakes, Spiders, Crocodiles

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