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4-6Edge Books: Circus Science series.
Written in consultation with a postdoctoral physicist, these titles explore physics concepts integral to the circus. Short narrative paragraphs provide exciting introductions to various circus stunts and brief explanations of, for example, force and displacement in glass-walking (prominent safety disclaimers are included). Simple hands-on science experiments encourage further exploration. Attractive layouts and color photos invite sequential reading or random browsing. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Edge Books: Circus Science titles: Contortion, German Wheels, and Other Mind-Bending Circus Science and Fire Breathing, Sword Swallowing, and Other Death-Defying Circus Science.