Cicada Books

  • Professor Wooford Mcpaw’s History of Astronomy

    £14.99

    In his distinctively humorous, somewhat subversive tone, Elliot Kruszynski (in the guise of the Prof) looks at how our understanding of our place within the universe has evolved from the days of Ancient Greece, to the discoveries of Copernicus and Gallileo, through to Newton and then to Einstein and Hawking. In and amongst these stories, we find out about how the universe may have been formed, the birth and death of stars, different types of galaxies, our own solar system and the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy. Kruszynski’s comprehensive but easily understood texts are brought to life in comic-style panels with plenty of dialogue and discussion bringing the subject alive, and providing a refreshingly new take on the broadest of all subject matters!

  • The Unofficial Guide to the Ancient Egyptian Afterlife

    £0.00

    Tuck in your bandages, adjust your death mask and join Bastet on her insightful tour of the ancient Egyptian afterlife.

  • Map of You

    £8.99

    A timely activity book in which to explore ideas of mindfulness and self-acceptance.

  • Cat Eyes and Dog Whistles

    £14.99

    You won’t believe your eyes? or ears or nose?.! Learn how our bodies make sense of reality in this fact packed book about sensory perception.

  • The Missing Trick

    £11.99

    Meet Louis…. every little thing he does is MAGIC

  • Atlas of Amazing Architecture

    Atlas of Amazing Architecture

    £14.99

    A truly inclusive celebration of architecture around the world and across the ages.

  • The Road Cyclist's Companion

    The Road Cyclist’s Companion

    £9.99

    All sports have their quirks and rituals, but cycling has more than most. As the inexorable rise of the bicycle continues, many casual cyclists are moving into a more serious brand of cycling – riding in road races, groups or cycle clubs. And stumbling straight into a minefield of form and etiquette that those who have grown up in the clubs are well acquainted with. From how to choose the right bike frame to the rules of cycling in a paceline, there are things that any serious cyclist should know. Covering kit, bike, group riding, technique and training, this title is a beautifully presented book that is an essential for anyone looking to step up their cycling ambitions.

  • Professor Wooford Mcpaw's History of Cars

    Professor Wooford Mcpaw’s History of Cars

    £12.99

    The first in a series of books explaining the history of modern technologies, introduced and explained by a helpful (if somewhat arrogant) dog called Professor Wooford McPaw.