Boy Scientist, The - 160 Extraordinary Experiments & Adventures

Science has never been so much fun! Taken from the turn-of-thetwentieth-century issues of Popular Mechanics magazine, these 160experiments are based on chemistry, maths and physics. Even thoughtechnology has changed and our knowledge of how things work hasgrown, the underlying scientific principles behind these activitiesremain sound. The projects include constructing a homemade marinerscompass; microscope without a lens; telescopic rangefinder;figuring out the height of a tall tree with the help of the sun;magnetising watches and metal tools; crystallising minerals in thelab and building a simple radio transmitting set. Plus, there arethought-provoking experiments with gravity, pressure and vacuumsand information on carrying out all these activities safely. Asalways, charming illustrations throughout add to the nostalgicappeal. This classic collection is the perfect gift for everybudding young mad scientist!