Science Friction: Grins and Groans Among the Titles of
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Berrens, Lubertus / Eijkelestam, Walther M., PUBLISHER: Hogrefe & Huber Publishing, That science is not always an entirely serious matter, or at least may appear on first or second glance not to be, is demonstrated by this compilation of the most witty and thought-provoking titles from the biomedical literature. Professor Berrens' perusal of article titles in biomedical databases has brought to light numerous examples of double entendres, intentional or unintentional puns, and apparently absent-minded or narrow-minded goofs that simply make you grin (or groan). His friend and collaborator Walther Eijkelestam then brought his well-sharpened pencil to bear, and has provided the titles with a suitably pointed visual commentary in the form of expressive and cleanly executed cartoons. This entertaining book will provide a little light relief for all those working in science, as well as reminding them to perhaps think twice before deciding on a title for their latest (serious) work.