An Excellent Encyclopedia of Your Senses

Everyone knows you have just five senses, right? Think again!

From sensing temperature to keeping your balance – even knowing when you need to pee – your body is constantly sending messages to your brain about the world inside and around you. Senses reveals how these messages are created, how your brain processes them, and how you can explore them through fun experiments and challenges, either on your own or with friends.

What is a “sense”? What happens when you mix them together – or pull them apart? What amazing things can animals sense that we can’t? Discover how sound can change how things taste, what part your culture plays in the way you literally see the world, and how in turn your personality, thoughts, and relationships are shaped by the way you perceive your surroundings.

This book uncovers the weird and wonderful world of your senses – as you’ve never experienced them before.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs