$1.99 | Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War (eBook) by Mary Roach

Unleash the Unexpected Science of War with Grunt!Dive into the fascinating world of military science with Mary Roach’s New York Times Bestseller, Grunt. This captivating read explores the ingenious ways scientists strive to keep our defenders intact, alert, and resilient amidst the most extreme combat conditions.What’s Inside Grunt?Prepare for an exhilarating tour where science meets the battlefield! Grunt meticulously dissects the challenges soldiers face – from crippling panic and sheer exhaustion to the relentless assault of heat and noise. Discover the brilliant minds dedicated to overcoming these adversaries, ensuring our military personnel are at their peak performance.Journey into Military Innovation:

• Experience a dynamic paintball simulation with the U.S. Marine Corps, unraveling secrets of hearing loss and combat survivability.
• Step into the U.S. Army Natick Labs’ design studio and learn why even a simple zipper can be a critical tactical flaw for a sniper.
• Witness the gripping realism of amputee actors preparing Marine Corps medics for the brutal realities of combat wounds.
• Uncover the surprising threat of diarrhea to national security at Camp Lemmonier, Djibouti.
• Savor the intriguing taste of caffeinated meat, inhale the forgotten scent of a WWII stink bomb, and join the vigilant crew of the nuclear submarine USS Tennessee.

Mind-Bending Questions Answered:Mary Roach tackles the military’s most peculiar and profound puzzles:

• Why does DARPA have an interest in ducks?
• How can a wedding gown be compared to a bomb suit?
• What makes shrimp potentially more dangerous to sailors than sharks?

Embark on this extraordinary journey with Mary Roach and gain a profoundly fresh perspective on the unsung heroes and cutting-edge science protecting our nation’s defenders.Book Details:

• Author: Mary Roach
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Publication Date: June 7, 2016
• Print Length: 275 pages