Freaky Stories About Plants

Freaky Stories About Plants
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Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Total Pages : 34
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ISBN-10 : 9781482448313
ISBN-13 : 1482448319
Rating : 4/5 (13 Downloads)

Synopsis Freaky Stories About Plants by : Janey Levy

There are stories of meat-eating plants, but are they really true? Yes! Plants are just as freaky as animals in many ways. This book dives into jungles, forests, and fields all over the world that contain some of the wildest plants on the planet. From Venus flytraps and pitcher plants to a plant that smells like a rotting corpse, these organisms are as diverse as they are weird. Toxic mosses and poisonous plants like the New Zealand tree nettle show that plants can be just as dangerous—and freaky—as anything in the animal kingdom.

Botanical Folk Tales of Britain and Ireland

Botanical Folk Tales of Britain and Ireland
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Publisher : The History Press
Total Pages : 199
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ISBN-10 : 9780750987325
ISBN-13 : 0750987324
Rating : 4/5 (25 Downloads)

Synopsis Botanical Folk Tales of Britain and Ireland by : Lisa Schneidau

The islands of Britain and Ireland hold a rich heritage of plant folklore and wisdom, from the magical yew tree to the bad-tempered dandelion. Here are traditional tales about the trees and plants that shape our landscapes and our lives through the seasons. They explore the complex relationship between people and plants, in lowlands and uplands, fields, bogs, moors, woodlands and towns. Suitable for all ages, this is an essential collection of stories for anyone interested in botany, the environment and our living heritage.

Freaky Stories About Inventions

Freaky Stories About Inventions
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Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Total Pages : 34
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ISBN-10 : 9781482448290
ISBN-13 : 1482448297
Rating : 4/5 (90 Downloads)

Synopsis Freaky Stories About Inventions by : Michael Canfield

Some of the wildest inventions came from clever minds that wanted to change the world. But some of these inventions are truly strange. From crazy early flying machines to wacky mash-ups like a gun that takes pictures, there are many crazy creations that lived short lives. Even practical inventions of the past—like the phonograph—look strange compared to modern inventions such as televisions and MP3 players. This book takes a look at some of the strangest inventors and inventions made throughout time, as well as why these inventions failed or evolved into something we use today.

Plant Horror

Plant Horror
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 291
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ISBN-10 : 9781137570635
ISBN-13 : 1137570636
Rating : 4/5 (35 Downloads)

Synopsis Plant Horror by : Dawn Keetley

This collection explores artistic representations of vegetal life that imperil human life, voicing anxieties about our relationship to other life forms with which we share the earth. From medieval manuscript illustrations to modern works of science fiction and horror, plants that manifest monstrous agency defy human control, challenge anthropocentric perception, and exact a violent vengeance for our blind and exploitative practices. Plant Horror explores how depictions of monster plants reveal concerns about the viability of our prevailing belief systems and dominant ideologies— as well as a deep-seated fear about human vulnerability in an era of deepening ecological crisis. Films discussed include The Day of the Triffids, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, The Wicker Man, Swamp Thing, and The Happening.

Native Plant Stories

Native Plant Stories
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Publisher : Fulcrum Publishing
Total Pages : 164
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ISBN-10 : 1555912125
ISBN-13 : 9781555912123
Rating : 4/5 (25 Downloads)

Synopsis Native Plant Stories by : Joseph Bruchac

A collection of Native American nature stories which focus on the importance of plants.

The Ruins

The Ruins
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Publisher : Vintage
Total Pages : 385
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ISBN-10 : 9780307266040
ISBN-13 : 0307266044
Rating : 4/5 (40 Downloads)

Synopsis The Ruins by : Scott Smith

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Trapped in the Mexican jungle, a group of friends stumble upon a creeping horror unlike anything they could ever imagine in "the best horror novel of the new century" (Stephen King). Also a major motion picture! Two young couples are on a lazy Mexican vacation—sun-drenched days, drunken nights, making friends with fellow tourists. When the brother of one of those friends disappears, they decide to venture into the jungle to look for him. What started out as a fun day-trip slowly spirals into a nightmare when they find an ancient ruins site ... and the terrifying presence that lurks there. "The Ruins does for Mexican vacations what Jaws did for New England beaches.” —Entertainment Weekly “Smith’s nail-biting tension is a pleasure all its own.... This stuff isn’t for the faint of heart.” —New York Post “A story so scary you may never want to go on vacation, or dig around in your garden, again.” —USA Today

Freaky Stories While You Sleep

Freaky Stories While You Sleep
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Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Total Pages : 34
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ISBN-10 : 9781482448511
ISBN-13 : 1482448513
Rating : 4/5 (11 Downloads)

Synopsis Freaky Stories While You Sleep by : Caitie McAneney

Everyone needs sleep, but some of the weirdest things about living happen when people try to get some shut-eye. Sleepwalking and lucid dreams are just the start of the odd things that can happen to people when they are asleep. Exploding head syndrome, for instance, is not something people want waking them up in the middle of the night! This book explores all the weird wonders that sleep can bring. From sleep disorders to paralysis and even breathless sleep, there are plenty of freaky facts to explore about life after people close their eyes and say good night.

Freaky Stories About the Paranormal

Freaky Stories About the Paranormal
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Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Total Pages : 34
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ISBN-10 : 9781482448504
ISBN-13 : 1482448505
Rating : 4/5 (04 Downloads)

Synopsis Freaky Stories About the Paranormal by : M. H. Seeley

Aliens, ghosts, and cryptids may all fall under the category of "strange" or "unusual," but all are classified as paranormal. There are plenty of spooky and scary stories throughout history. From Abraham Lincoln's doppelganger to the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle and even the feeling of déjà vu, there are many unexplained phenomena. Even some aspects of history itself are still a mystery, like the Antikythera mechanism found in a Greek shipwreck. This book shows readers that there is often a blurry line between fact and the paranormal, and sometimes fact is even stranger than fiction.

Freaky Stories About Technology

Freaky Stories About Technology
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Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Total Pages : 34
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ISBN-10 : 9781482448382
ISBN-13 : 1482448386
Rating : 4/5 (82 Downloads)

Synopsis Freaky Stories About Technology by : Ryan Nagelhout

Technology has made modern life as we know it possible, but there’s always a downside to technological advances. Some technology can be helpful, but some is downright freaky. From secret computer viruses made by the government to incredible technology that keeps buildings safe during windstorms or earthquakes, this book explores the world of technology with an eye on the weird fringes that spark some of the most useful and wild inventions in the world. After all, the weird of today just may be the ordinary of the future.

Freaky Stories About Electricity

Freaky Stories About Electricity
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Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Total Pages : 34
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ISBN-10 : 9781482448177
ISBN-13 : 1482448173
Rating : 4/5 (77 Downloads)

Synopsis Freaky Stories About Electricity by : Amy Hayes

Electricity is one of the most important discoveries of the modern world. But sometimes electricity can do truly freaky things. From ball lightning to Nikola Tesla's amazing lightning rod and other inventions, the power of lightning has fascinated many throughout history. Stories about Ben Franklin discovering electricity and how Tesla coils work will fascinate readers eager to explore the history of electricity and the technological advances scientists have discovered while working with this powerful natural force.