Home on The Range Comic

Before Aretha Franklin was exalted as the Queen of Soul, Ruth Brown was dubbed "Miss Rhythm" – and with good reason. A gritty, aggressive belter with an impressive range and a powerhouse of a voice, Brown was the top female R&B singer of the early to mid-'50s, and would directly or indirectly have an influence on such greats as Etta James and LaVern Baker. A two-CD set ranging from Brown's early hits to engaging obscurities and rarities, Miss Rhythm offers a fine overview of her Atlantic years…

This is a fun and informative guide that shows what chemistry is, how it works and why it is vital to everyday life. It covers the main topics including the periodic table, atom structure and radiation, and the scientific method. Illustrated with humorous drawings, cartoons and diagrams by Adam Larkum, it includes simple experiments and internet links to recommended websites to find out more. …