Author Description

This is a complete work for all ages (parental help required for younger people) on practical things to do with your light (optical) monocular microscope. Over 25 projects are described, step-by-step, with photographs and clear instructions. Unlike many other books, which either show beautiful images taken with a scanning Electron Microscope, or out-of-date techniques, this one shows you what to do and the results to expect using either a budget instrument or a more expensive one. Up to date. Modern techniques. No toxic chemicals involved. With online support videos and references to ensure all readers are properly advised and instructed with down-to-earth instructions so they can enjoy one of the most powerful instruments ever made. A work of love by an author dedicated for over 25 years to inspire others to look at their world at the tiny level and come to know more about where they live and what really matters. Make your own slides. Learn about cells. Locate and observe pond life. Watch living cells. Learn how to stain specimens. Make mountants. Cut thin sections. Grow crystals. Make a vacuum chamber. Capture a water bear. Get perfectly focused photos. All projects are inexpensive and most materials can be found in the house of sourced locally. This is a definitive work for everyone: young adult, senior person, student, anyone curious and wanting to look into the microscopic world or desiring an interesting and absorbing hobby.