{"product_id":"oh-yuck-the-encyclopedia-of-everything-nasty-by-joy-masoff-rare-books","title":"Oh Yuck: The Encyclopedia of Everything Nasty by Joy Masoff [rare books]","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"178\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOh Yuck! The Encyclopedia of Everything Nasty by Joy Masoff is a captivating and humorous exploration of the gross and fascinating aspects of the world, tailored for young readers aged 8 to 12.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFirst published in 2000, this 224-page book delves into the science and stories behind bodily functions, creepy creatures, and historical oddities, all presented with a lively and engaging tone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"256\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"10\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOh Yuck!\u003c\/em\u003e is an A-to-Z guide that covers a wide array of topics, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"363\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"363\"\u003eHuman Body Oddities: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eExplains phenomena like why vomit smells, the origins of dandruff, and the science behind pus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"467\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"467\"\u003eCreepy Creatures: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDiscusses vampire bats that sip blood and urinate simultaneously to stay light enough to fly, and slime eels that consume fellow fish from the inside out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eHistorical Oddities: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eProvides insights into practices like mummification and the peculiarities of historical figures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book also includes \"gross recipes,\" \"putrid projects,\" and \"10 foods that make you airborne,\" all accompanied by hundreds of cartoon illustrations and real-life photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt's designed to be both educational and entertaining, making science accessible and fun for young readers.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.powells.com\/book\/oh-yuck-the-encyclopedia-of-everything-nasty-9780761107712?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5625em] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between absolute\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"14\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eJoy Masoff\u003c\/strong\u003e is an American author known for her engaging children's books that blend humor with education.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHer works often focus on topics that intrigue young readers, such as science, history, and the quirky aspects of everyday life.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn addition to \u003cem data-start=\"15\" data-end=\"25\"\u003eOh Yuck!\u003c\/em\u003e, she has authored other titles like \u003cem data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"100\"\u003eOh Yikes! History's Grossest Moments\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"130\"\u003eThe All Better Now Book\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eMasoff's writing is characterized by its lively tone and ability to make learning about the world both informative and entertaining.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":46330773111041,"sku":"349JFPR7L-Used","price":799.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/oh_227f912a-395f-40bd-9eb6-e154c4a1513d.jpg?v=1748420087","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/oh-yuck-the-encyclopedia-of-everything-nasty-by-joy-masoff-rare-books","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}