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Why Rattlesnakes Rattle : ...and 250 Other Things You Should Know
Overview
A follow-up to Helterbran's popular Why Flamingos Are Pink: ...and 250 other Things You Should Know, this entertaining volume identifies more of the surprising explanations for the facts, tales, and lore associated with day-to-day living and the world around us. Organized into seven categories, this book tells you why birds perched on power lines aren't electrocuted; the origins of such expressions as "swan song" and "willy nilly;" and the science behind such phenomena as ball lightning, blue glaciers, red tide, and thunder snow. More than a mere compendium of trivia, this book is a springboard for learners of all ages.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781589796485
- ISBN-10: 1589796489
- Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
- Publish Date: February 2012
- Dimensions: 8.93 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.63 pounds
- Page Count: 252
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