{"title":"Han Yu","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the 'Han Yu' collection, where science and nature come to life through engaging storytelling and analytical exploration. Han Yu is a distinguished author known for his ability to blend scientific curiosity with accessible narratives, providing readers with a profound understanding of the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the book \u003cem\u003eMind Thief\u003c\/em\u003e, Yu delves into the enigmatic workings of the human mind, offering insights into its mysteries and the revolutionary science behind brain functions. This fascinating exploration will captivate anyone intrigued by the complexities of human cognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book \u003cem\u003eThe Curious Human Knee\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers on an intriguing journey into the anatomy and evolution of one of the body's most essential yet often overlooked joints. With a blend of scientific research and practical knowledge, Han Yu sheds light on how our knees have shaped human history and continue to play a vital role in human movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book in this collection falls under the \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e category, making them perfect reads for curious minds eager to expand their understanding of the natural world. Through these works, Han Yu provides a unique lens to view everyday phenomena, encouraging readers to see the extraordinary in the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the wonders of science and nature with Han Yu's expertly crafted stories, and embark on a journey that challenges your perceptions and ignites your curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mind-thief-by-han-yu-9780231198714","title":"Mind Thief","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlzheimer's disease, a haunting and harrowing ailment, is one of the world's most common causes of death. Alzheimer's lingers for years, with patients' outward appearance unaffected while their cognitive functions fade away. Patients lose the ability to work and live independently, to remember and recognise. There is still no proven way to treat Alzheimer's because its causes remain unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMind Thief\u003c\/em\u003e is a comprehensive and engaging history of Alzheimer's that demystifies efforts to understand the disease. Beginning with the discovery of \"presenile dementia\" in the early twentieth century, Han Yu examines over a century of research and controversy. She presents the leading hypotheses for what causes Alzheimer's; discusses each hypothesis's tangled origins, merits, and gaps; and details their successes and failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYu synthesises a vast amount of medical literature, historical studies, and media interviews, telling the gripping stories of researchers' struggles while situating science in its historical, social, and cultural contexts. Her chronicling of the trajectory of Alzheimer's research deftly balances rich scientific detail with attention to the wider implications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn narrating the attempts to find a treatment, Yu also offers a critical account of research and drug development and a consideration of the philosophy of ageing. 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Yet, as \u003cem\u003eThe Curious Human Knee\u003c\/em\u003e reveals, it is crucial to countless facets of science, medicine, culture, and history—and even what makes us human.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe science writer Han Yu provides an informative, surprising, and entertaining exploration of the human knee across time and place. She begins with our earliest ancestors, emphasizing that walking upright separates us from the apes and bipedal knees appeared long before big brains and sophisticated tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYu considers the intricate anatomy of the knee, its evolutionary history, and the complexity of treating knee pain, including her own. She examines why women's knees might be more prone to damage than men's and addresses the roles of race and class in ailments such as osteoarthritis. This book gets knee-deep into an astonishing range of topics—fashion from flappers to miniskirts and ripped jeans, cultural practices spanning Japanese knee walking and Thai boxing, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYu reflects on the symbolic power of kneeling from the imperial court in China to the football field in the United States and shows why the knee figures into so many social and political phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDistilling a vast amount of research in a style that is engaging, conversational, and even personal and witty, this book opens readers' eyes to the complexity and significance of the humble knee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854922666220,"sku":"9780231219136","price":41.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780231219136.jpg?v=1759259478"},{"product_id":"the-curious-human-knee-by-han-yu-9780231207027","title":"The Curious Human Knee","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere would we be without the knee? This down-to-earth joint connecting the thigh and the lower leg doesn't receive the attention it deserves. Yet, as \u003cem\u003eThe Curious Human Knee\u003c\/em\u003e reveals, it is crucial to countless facets of science, medicine, culture, and history—and even what makes us human.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eScience writer Han Yu provides an informative, surprising, and entertaining exploration of the human knee across time and place. She begins with our earliest ancestors, emphasising that walking upright separates us from the apes and bipedal knees appeared long before big brains and sophisticated tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYu considers the intricate anatomy of the knee, its evolutionary history, and the complexity of treating knee pain, including her own. She examines why women's knees might be more prone to damage than men's and addresses the roles of race and class in ailments such as osteoarthritis. 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