How to Vanquish a Virus: The Weird World of Viruses. Explained!

Cross, Paul Ian

3.82 out of 5 stars

17 ratings by Goodreads

ISBN 10: 1783127317 ISBN 13: 9781783127313

Published by Welbeck Children's, 2021

Language: English

Condition: Used - Very good Hardcover

Save for Later

Sold by ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.

AbeBooks Seller since May 14, 2010

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars

View this seller's items

View all copies of this book

Used - Hardcover

Condition: Used - Very good

Price: US$ 6.32 Convert Currency

Free shipping within U.S.A. Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Free 30-day returns

Save for Later

About this Item

Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.5.

Seller Inventory # G1783127317I4N10

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

How to Vanquish a Virus: The Weird World of Viruses. Explained!

Publisher

Welbeck Children's

Publication Date

2021

Language

English

ISBN 10

1783127317

ISBN 13

9781783127313

Binding

Hardcover

Illustrator

Brown, Steve

Condition

Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition

No Jacket

Seller catalogs

About this title

Synopsis

A funny and fascinating blend of facts, quotes, and science stories from the world of health research and science history, including COVID-19.

★ "Children will devour this book and hopefully be inspired to become the next super scientists." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review

In the wake of Covid-19, children and parents are keen to understand— and be reassured about— viruses and other health issues. With over twenty years' experience of scientific research, Dr. Paul Ian Cross sets out to answer all the questions we didn't know we needed answering until now.

What does a virus look like? How does a virus get passed from person to person? How have viruses changed the world? And who are the men and women who have beaten them?

Contents include:

Chapter 1: What is a virus?

Chapter 2: History goes viral

Chapter 3: Crafty COVID-19

Chapter 4: Battling bodies & magical minds

Chapter 5: Remarkable research, marvelous medicines

Chapter 6: Superhero scientists

Chapter 7: How to vanquish a virus

Chapter 8: The future: a new world

With children leading the revolution, now is the time to understand the importance of making medicines … and how to vanquish a virus. Any fans of Horrible Histories or Operation Ouch will love this book.

About the Authors

Dr Paul Ian Cross holds a degree in Microbiology, a Master's in Clinical Research and a PhD in science communication: presenting to non-scientists. Paul works in clinical research (developing new medicines). In 2020, he worked on the COVID-19 vaccine trials. He enjoys introducing children to the wonders of science. As a previous reluctant reader, he also aims to help them gain confidence with reading.

Steve Brown is an accomplished illustrator who has worked with many publishers in the UK and the US, including Welbeck, Scholastic, Franklin Watts, Harper Collins, Maverick, Oxford University Press and many more.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

ThriftBooks is a fully independent seller of used books, having sold more than 160 million used and new books since we started in 2003. Each quality used book is sorted, graded, shelved and shipped by hand by our team of dedicated employees in our seven warehouses across the US. We have the best selection of books, in the right condition and format, at everyday low prices. We also have a dedicated, US-based Customer Service team, ranked in the top three by Newsweek for Best Customer Service in 2018 and 2019, so you can shop with confidence. We support and invest in our employees, appreciate and value our customers, and truly believe in the power of the written word to educate, energize, and engage readers of all ages and interests.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Thrift Books Global LLC
18300 Cascade Ave S, Ste 150, Tukwila, WA, 98188, U.S.A.

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

We guarantee the condition of every book as it's described on the Abebooks website. If you're dissatisfied with your purchase or if the order hasn't arrived, you're eligible for a refund within 30 days of the estimated delivery date. If you've changed your mind about a book that you've ordered, please use the "Ask bookseller a question" link to contact us and we'll be happy to assist you.

Shipping Terms

All domestic Standard shipments are distributed from our warehouses by OSM, then handed off to the USPS for final delivery.

International shipments are tendered to the local postal service in the destination country for final delivery – We do not use courier services for international deliveries.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	4 to 8 business days	4 to 8 business days
First item	US$ 0.00	US$ 0.00

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.