Isbn: 9781836005452 - boo!: everything you ever wanted to know about fear (but were afraid to ask) (11 resultados)

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Hardback. Condición: New. '. . . sure to be a hit, whether for Halloween or any old time.' - BooklistJoin this fascinating thrill-ride to discover everything you ever wanted to know about fear, but were too afraid to ask. What are you afraid of??Maybe it's heights, public speaking, spiders or the things that go bump in the night. Whatever makes your stomach flip, have you ever wondered why it affects you so much? Boo! answers that question and many more.  Across thirteen chapters discover: Historical figures with surprising phobias, such as Emperor Augustus and his fear of lightning. Some of the eeriest real-life hauntings ever reported, from the ghostly Roman legions of York's Treasurer's House to the vengeful spirits of Ireland's Leap Castle. The long history of telling scary stories, with tips on how to craft your own featuring insights and quotes from some of the best storytellers. How your favourite horror films work, and the techniques that make them so effective. Some of the most common modern fears, from FOMO to everyday anxiety. Clear, practical advice for identifying, managing and overcoming your fears, helping you build confidence in day-to-day life. From the depths of the human brain to the voices from beyond the grave, and tackling the fears familiar to us all,?Boo! is a must-have guide to this endlessly interesting yet little understood topic.  Whether you're after a dose of psychology, pop-culture, folklore, mental wellbeing tips or just a good old-fashioned scare, this is the book for you! 'Part history, part guidebook to the world of scary. Hand this page-turning romp to fans of nonfiction ­series like "­Eyewitness".' - School Library Journal'Equal parts informative and entertaining, this visually enticing compendium invites readers to embrace the thrill of being scared.' - Publishers Weekly. Eason, Rohan (ilustrador).…

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. What are you afraid of? Maybe it's heights, public speaking, spiders. or things that go bump in the night. Whatever your biggest fear, have you ever wondered why it gets to you so much? Boo! will answer that question and loads more, on a fascinating thrill-ride where you'll discover everything you ever wanted to know about fear, but were afraid to ask.Boo! explores the science and history of fear in engrossing - and often just plain gross - detail, with illustrations throughout that will appeal to any curious 10-13-year-old. Across thirteen chapters, learn why fear is an evolutionary advantage, what hoaxes and hysteria reveal about the human psyche, and how fear has been used for both good and ill over the centuries. You'll meet historical figures with surprising phobias, such as Emperor Augustus and his fear of lightning. And you'll creep through some of the eeriest real-life hauntings ever reported, from the ghostly Roman legions of York's Treasurer's House to the vengeful spirits of Ireland's Leap Castle. Other chapters unravel the long history of telling scary stories and even teach you how to tell your own, with quoted wisdom from some of the best to ever do it. You'll also take a peek behind the workings of your favourite horror films and learn what makes them work.But fear is more than ghosts and ghouls: Boo! takes a serious look at the kinds of fears we all deal with every day, from FOMO to anxiety. Tips and tricks for identifying, managing and conquering your fears are laid out in clear terms, giving you the confidence to be courageous in your day-to-day life.From the depths of the human brain to the voices from beyond the grave, and tackling the fears familiar to us all, Boo! is a must-have guide to this endlessly interesting yet little understood topic. Whether you're after a dose of psychology, pop-culture, folklore, mental wellbeing tips or just a good old-fashioned scare, this is the book for you. Get to know what makes you scared with Boo!, an in-depth look at the topic of fear from its evolutionary origins to modern-day horror flicks, by way of haunted houses, Mongol khans and your own brain. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Eason, Rohan (ilustrador).…

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Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - '. . . sure to be a hit, whether for Halloween or any old time.'BooklistJoin this fascinating thrill¿ride to discover everything you ever wanted to know about fear, but were too afraid to ask.What are you afraid of ¿Maybe it's heights, public speaking, spiders or the things that go bump in the night. Whatever makes your stomach flip, have you ever wondered why it affects you so much Boo! answers that question and many more.Across thirteen chapters discover:- Historical figures with surprising phobias, such as Emperor Augustus and his fear of lightning.- Some of the eeriest real¿life hauntings ever reported, from the ghostly Roman legions of York's Treasurer's House to the vengeful spirits of Ireland's Leap Castle.- The long history of telling scary stories, with tips on how to craft your own featuring insights and quotes from some of the best storytellers.- How your favourite horror films work, and the techniques that make them so effective.- Some of the most common modern fears, from FOMO to everyday anxiety.- Clear, practical advice for identifying, managing and overcoming your fears, helping you build confidence in day¿töday life.From the depths of the human brain to the voices from beyond the grave, and tackling the fears familiar to us all,¿Boo! is a must-have guide to this endlessly interesting yet little understood topic.Whether you're after a dose of psychology, pop-culture, folklore, mental wellbeing tips or just a good old-fashioned scare, this is the book for you!'Part history, part guidebook to the world of scary. Hand this page-turning romp to fans of nonfiction series like "Eyewitness'.' School Library Journal'Equal parts informative and entertaining, this visually enticing compendium invites readers to embrace the thrill of being scared.' Publishers Weekly. Eason, Rohan (ilustrador).…

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. What are you afraid of? Maybe it's heights, public speaking, spiders. or things that go bump in the night. Whatever your biggest fear, have you ever wondered why it gets to you so much? Boo! will answer that question and loads more, on a fascinating thrill-ride where you'll discover everything you ever wanted to know about fear, but were afraid to ask.Boo! explores the science and history of fear in engrossing - and often just plain gross - detail, with illustrations throughout that will appeal to any curious 10-13-year-old. Across thirteen chapters, learn why fear is an evolutionary advantage, what hoaxes and hysteria reveal about the human psyche, and how fear has been used for both good and ill over the centuries. You'll meet historical figures with surprising phobias, such as Emperor Augustus and his fear of lightning. And you'll creep through some of the eeriest real-life hauntings ever reported, from the ghostly Roman legions of York's Treasurer's House to the vengeful spirits of Ireland's Leap Castle. Other chapters unravel the long history of telling scary stories and even teach you how to tell your own, with quoted wisdom from some of the best to ever do it. You'll also take a peek behind the workings of your favourite horror films and learn what makes them work.But fear is more than ghosts and ghouls: Boo! takes a serious look at the kinds of fears we all deal with every day, from FOMO to anxiety. Tips and tricks for identifying, managing and conquering your fears are laid out in clear terms, giving you the confidence to be courageous in your day-to-day life.From the depths of the human brain to the voices from beyond the grave, and tackling the fears familiar to us all, Boo! is a must-have guide to this endlessly interesting yet little understood topic. Whether you're after a dose of psychology, pop-culture, folklore, mental wellbeing tips or just a good old-fashioned scare, this is the book for you. Get to know what makes you scared with Boo!, an in-depth look at the topic of fear from its evolutionary origins to modern-day horror flicks, by way of haunted houses, Mongol khans and your own brain. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Eason, Rohan (ilustrador).…

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. What are you afraid of? Maybe it's heights, public speaking, spiders. or things that go bump in the night. Whatever your biggest fear, have you ever wondered why it gets to you so much? Boo! will answer that question and loads more, on a fascinating thrill-ride where you'll discover everything you ever wanted to know about fear, but were afraid to ask.Boo! explores the science and history of fear in engrossing - and often just plain gross - detail, with illustrations throughout that will appeal to any curious 10-13-year-old. Across thirteen chapters, learn why fear is an evolutionary advantage, what hoaxes and hysteria reveal about the human psyche, and how fear has been used for both good and ill over the centuries. You'll meet historical figures with surprising phobias, such as Emperor Augustus and his fear of lightning. And you'll creep through some of the eeriest real-life hauntings ever reported, from the ghostly Roman legions of York's Treasurer's House to the vengeful spirits of Ireland's Leap Castle. Other chapters unravel the long history of telling scary stories and even teach you how to tell your own, with quoted wisdom from some of the best to ever do it. You'll also take a peek behind the workings of your favourite horror films and learn what makes them work.But fear is more than ghosts and ghouls: Boo! takes a serious look at the kinds of fears we all deal with every day, from FOMO to anxiety. Tips and tricks for identifying, managing and conquering your fears are laid out in clear terms, giving you the confidence to be courageous in your day-to-day life.From the depths of the human brain to the voices from beyond the grave, and tackling the fears familiar to us all, Boo! is a must-have guide to this endlessly interesting yet little understood topic. Whether you're after a dose of psychology, pop-culture, folklore, mental wellbeing tips or just a good old-fashioned scare, this is the book for you. Get to know what makes you scared with Boo!, an in-depth look at the topic of fear from its evolutionary origins to modern-day horror flicks, by way of haunted houses, Mongol khans and your own brain. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Eason, Rohan (ilustrador).…

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Hardback. Condición: New. '. . . sure to be a hit, whether for Halloween or any old time.' - BooklistJoin this fascinating thrill-ride to discover everything you ever wanted to know about fear, but were too afraid to ask. What are you afraid of??Maybe it's heights, public speaking, spiders or the things that go bump in the night. Whatever makes your stomach flip, have you ever wondered why it affects you so much? Boo! answers that question and many more.  Across thirteen chapters discover: Historical figures with surprising phobias, such as Emperor Augustus and his fear of lightning. Some of the eeriest real-life hauntings ever reported, from the ghostly Roman legions of York's Treasurer's House to the vengeful spirits of Ireland's Leap Castle. The long history of telling scary stories, with tips on how to craft your own featuring insights and quotes from some of the best storytellers. How your favourite horror films work, and the techniques that make them so effective. Some of the most common modern fears, from FOMO to everyday anxiety. Clear, practical advice for identifying, managing and overcoming your fears, helping you build confidence in day-to-day life. From the depths of the human brain to the voices from beyond the grave, and tackling the fears familiar to us all,?Boo! is a must-have guide to this endlessly interesting yet little understood topic.  Whether you're after a dose of psychology, pop-culture, folklore, mental wellbeing tips or just a good old-fashioned scare, this is the book for you! 'Part history, part guidebook to the world of scary. Hand this page-turning romp to fans of nonfiction ­series like "­Eyewitness".' - School Library Journal'Equal parts informative and entertaining, this visually enticing compendium invites readers to embrace the thrill of being scared.' - Publishers Weekly. Eason, Rohan (ilustrador).…