BOOKS by Steven Johnson

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1	The Ghost Map: The Story of London's Most Terrifying Epidemic--And How It Changed Science, Cities, and the Modern World more books like this by Steven Johnson add to wishlist Bestselling author Johnson illuminates the intertwined histories of the spread of cholera in 19th-century London, the rise of cities, and the nature of scientific inquiry, offering both a riveting history and a powerful explanation of how it has shaped the world of today. see all copies from $2.46! new only from $5.33! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	World of Chemistry more books like this by Zumdahl add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
3	Everything Bad Is Good for You: How Today's Popular Culture Is Actually Making Us Smarter more books like this by Steven Johnson add to wishlist From the bestselling author of "Mind Wide Open" comes a groundbreaking assessment of popular culture as it's never been considered before: through the lens of intelligence. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| first editions \| SVS
4	The Invention of Air: A Story of Science, Faith, Revolution, and the Birth of America more books like this by Steven Johnson add to wishlist Bestselling author Johnson recounts the story of Joseph Priestley--scientist and theologian, protege of Benjamin Franklin--an 18th-century radical thinker who played pivotal roles in the invention of ecosystem science, the founding of the Unitarian Church, and the intellectual development of the U.S. see all copies from $4.97! new only from $9.98! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	The Night Stalkers: Top Secret Missions of the U.S. Army's Special Operations Aviation Regiment more books like this by Michael J Durant, Steven Hartov, Robert L Johnson add to wishlist From the authors of the bestselling "In the Company of Heroes" come the thrilling, never-before-heard stories of the Army's elite aviation unit, the most daring and professional helicopter crews in the world. 16-page photo insert. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.10! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	Emergence: The Connected Lives of Ants, Brains, Cities and Software more books like this by Steven Johnson add to wishlist In EMERGENCE, Steven Johnson, editor-in-chief of Feed, speaks lucidly about the organizational gravity of emergence theory, historic and natural examples of complex communities like those of ants, and how interconnectivity is reflected on the Web. A New York Times Notable Book for 2001. see all copies from $2.00! new only from $9.59! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Everything Bad Is Good for You more books like this by Steven Johnson add to wishlist Steven Johnson's thought-provoking departure from the norms of contemporary thinking, EVERYTHING BAD IS GOOD FOR YOU, poses the theory that pastimes such as playing video games and watching TV, far from leading to brain rot, may in fact be increasing their participants' reasoning power. While traditional reading may enable the brain to think in a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
8	Mind Wide Open: Your Brain and the Neuroscience of Everyday Life more books like this by Steven Johnson add to wishlist This pop science book suggests that to understand one's own mind, one should first understand one's own brain. Author Steven Johnson explains how the most recent theories in neuroscience have an impact on the way we think about thinking. He does more than simply put forward this idea: he actually puts it into practice by undergoing a series of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
9	The criminal justice student writer's manual more books like this by William A. Johnson add to wishlist For courses in Writing in Criminal Justice or any criminal justice course that requires students to write a research paper. The more complex criminal justice systems become, the greater the need for clear, direct communication. The Criminal Justice Student Writer's Manual, Fourth Edition is designed to help improve one's writing and is specific to ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.25! \| first editions \| SVS
10	The Value of Believing in Yourself: The Story of Louis Pasteur more books like this by Spencer Johnson, M.D., Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist Retells the story of Louis Pasteur, whose unwavering belief in the concept of germs led to a cure for rabies. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $99.00! \| first editions \| SVS
11	The Value of Responsibility: The Story of Ralph Bunche more books like this by Ann Donegan Johnson, Ann Donegan John, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist Presents a biography, stressing the value of responsibility, of the Afro-American who was instrumental in the establishment of the United Nations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $57.56! \| first editions
12	D-Day Fortifications in Normandy more books like this by Steven J Zaloga, M.A., Hugh S Johnson (Illustrator) add to wishlist The coastal defenses in Normandy along the D-Day beaches were less thorough than other Atlantic Wall defenses, such as the Pas de Calais, where the Germans expected the main attack. However, they still proved to be formidable obstacles for the Allied invasion force. Rommel stressed the need to defeat the invasion on the beach, and therefore the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
13	The Value of Humor: The Story of Will Rogers more books like this by Spencer Johnson, M.D., Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist One in a series of works which demonstrate the importance of various values. In this work a biography of Will Rogers illustrates the value of humor. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $73.32! \| first editions
14	The Value of Sharing: The Story of the Mayo Brothers more books like this by Spencer Johnson, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist The Mayo brothers, knowing the importance of sharing, enter a career in which they can share their knowledge, skills, and money with sick people and other doctors. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $99.00! \| first editions
15	The Value of Determination: The Story of Helen Keller more books like this by Ann D Johnson, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist Focuses on Helen Keller's determination to hear, see, and speak and her equal determination to help others with handicaps similar to her own. see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS
16	The Value of Creativity--The Story of Thomas Edison more books like this by Ann D Johnson, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist A biography of one of history's most prolific inventors, stressing his ingenuity and creativity. see all copies from $1.99! first editions
17	The Value of Compassion: The Story of Florence Nightingale more books like this by Ann Donegan Johnson, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator), Spencer Johnson, M.D. add to wishlist The story of the English girl who became a famous nurse, emphasizing the role of compassion in her dedication to the alleviation of suffering. see all copies from $6.71! new only from $99.00!
18	The Value of Facing a Challenge: The Story of Terry Fox more books like this by Ann Donegan Johnson, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist A biography of a young cancer patient with an artificial leg who determined to run 5300 miles across Canada in his own Marathon of Hope in order to raise money for cancer research. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $81.85! \| first editions
19	The Value of Patience: The Story of the Wright Brothers more books like this by Spencer Johnson, M.D., Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist Describes the patient efforts of the Wright brothers to build a flying machine. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $83.38! \| first editions
20	The Value of Kindness: The Story of Elizabeth Fry more books like this by Spencer Johnson, M.D., Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist Discusses the work of the English woman whose pioneering efforts in improving the lot of prisoners were based on the premise that prisoners' behaviour would improve if they were treated more kindly. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.95! \| first editions
21	The Value of Foresight: The Story of Thomas Jefferson more books like this by Ann D Johnson, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist A biography of Thomas Jefferson emphasizing his lasting contributions to his country. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $59.95! \| first editions \| SVS
22	The Value of Dedication: The Story of Albert Schweitzer more books like this by Spencer Johnson, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist Presents a biography of Albert Schweitzer who based his philosophy on what he called "reverence for life" and dedicated his life to serving humanity. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $26.95! \| first editions \| SVS
23	Desk Reference to Nature's Medicine more books like this by Steven Foster, Rebecca L Johnson add to wishlist Clearly laid out and highly illustrated, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the abundant healing properties found within nature. Accompanying each plant is a colour photograph, and detailed information ranging from its modern uses to its folklore roots. This book is designed to meet the needs of both the botanist, and those with an ... see all copies from $2.66! new only from $22.95! \| first editions \| SVS
24	The Value of Friendship: The Story of Jane Addams more books like this by Ann Donegan Johnson, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist Emphasizes the social changes effected by Jane Addams as she worked to improve the lot of the poor people who were her friends. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $11.31! \| first editions \| SVS
25	The Value of Truth and Trust: The Story of Cochise more books like this by Ann D Johnson, Steven Pileggi (Illustrator) add to wishlist A biography of Cochise, the Apache chief, whose life illustrates the values of trust and truth. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS

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