Book details
Case Closed?: Nine Mysteries Unlocked by Modern Science
Description
Egypt's first female pharaoh disappears around 1457 BCE --- was she murdered? Find out how DNA closes the case. The ancient Arabian Peninsula city of Ubar vanishes, seemingly without trace. Find out how old maps and modern space shuttles help solve the mystery. Sir John Franklin's 1845 expedition to find the Northwest Passage is never heard from again. Find out how spectroscopy points to some probable explanations. Case Closed? examines these and six other mysteries from ancient and modern times. Accompanied by photos, maps, diagrams and illustrations, this book reveals how modern science sheds new light on people, vessels and entire civilizations throughout history that simply vanished. In some cases, the mystery has been solved. In other cases, readers can examine the latest evidence and decide for themselves.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
88 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides a fascinating look at how modern science has been applied to solve historical mysteries, making it a great resource for readers interested in science, history, and forensic investigation.
- Engaging Content: Susan Hughes presents each mystery in a compelling narrative format, which keeps readers engaged and makes complex scientific concepts accessible to a younger audience.
- Critical Thinking: By exploring the process of how each case was solved, the book encourages readers to think critically about evidence, scientific methods, and the nature of historical truth.
- Inspiration for Aspiring Scientists: The stories of how scientists used their skills to unlock the secrets of the past can inspire young readers to pursue their own interests in science and perhaps solve the mysteries of the future.