The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life by Schwarcz, Joe

The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781550226218)

Vendor: Joe Schwarcz
Product type: Books
Format: Paperback
$15.95
$15.95
$15.95
Subtotal: $15.95
The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life by Schwarcz, Joe

The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life

$15.95
The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life by Schwarcz, Joe

The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life

$15.95
Format: Paperback
Description
Description
x
Dr. Joe Schwarcz breaks down the fascinating chemistry all around us in this intriguing look at everyday science From pesticides and environmental estrogens to lipsticks and garlic, the science that surrounds us can be mystifying. Why do some people drill holes in their heads for "enlightenment"? How did a small chemical error nearly convict the unfortunate Patricia Stallings for murdering her son? Where does the expression "take a bromide" come from? Dr. Joe Schwarcz investigates aphrodisiacs, DDT, bottled water, vitamins, barbiturates, plastic wrap, and smoked meat. He puts worries about acrylamide, preservatives, and waxed fruit into perspective and unravels the mysteries of bulletproof vests, weight loss diets, and "mad honey." From the fanciful to the factual, Dr. Joe enlightens us all -- no drills attached.

Author: Joe Schwarcz, Joseph A. Schwarcz
ISBN-10: 1550226215
ISBN-13: 9781550226218
Publisher: ECW Press
Language: English
Published: 08/12/2004
Pages: 298
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 8.24h x 5.44w x 0.76d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 03/01/2005 pg. 1246
By Joe Schwarcz
By Joe Schwarcz
x
Dr. Joe Schwarcz is director of McGill University's Office for Science and Society, dedicated to demystifying science and separating sense from nonsense. He is a popular lecturer, both to students and to the larger public. He hosts The Dr. Joe Show on Montreal radio and is the author of over a dozen bestselling titles. Dr. Joe lives in Montreal, Quebec.

Recently Viewed Products