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Explainer-in-Chief David Macaulay updates his worldwide bestseller to capture the latest developments in the technology that most impacts our lives. What possible link could there be between parking meters and meat grinders, jumbo jets and jackhammers, remote control and rockets, electric guitars and egg beaters? Macaulay explains them all!
Famously packed with information on the inner workings of everything from windmills to Wi-Fi, this extraordinary and humorous book both guides readers through the fundamental principles of machines and shows how the developments of the past are building blocks of the world of tomorrow. This sweepingly revised edition embraces recent technological developments, from touchscreens to 3D printers. Each scientific principle is brilliantly explained, with the help of a charming, if rather slow-witted, woolly mammoth.
An illustrated survey of significant inventions closes the book, along with a glossary of technical terms and an index.
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Discover the wonder of history and imagination with David Macaulay!
In 4022, a curious young archaeologist, Howard Carson, falls into a hidden chamber in the buried land of Usa. Ancient secrets await inside, but one discovery could rewrite history. Four stories unfold at once! Each spread is split into four corners, each telling its own tale. Are they separate adventures or one big story? Perfect for curious kids. From castles to cathedrals and mosques, explore the wonders of architecture! Gorgeous full-color illustrators bring these timeless structures to life and reveal their fascinating details. Explore the wonders of Roman buildings and construction! Full of illustrations and detailed explanations, this comprehensive and visual resource is perfect for young readers fascinated by history, architecture, and life in ancient Rome. Discover the mystery and adventure of castles and the towns they’re in! With playful humor and step-by-step drawings, uncover how these amazing structures are planned and built. Perfect for budding architects! Journey back to centuries long ago to visit the fictional people of 12th, 13th, and 14th century Europe, and see how their skills, dreams, and teamwork brought grand cathedrals to life.
Publisher : Clarion Books
Publication date : October 4, 2016
Edition : Updated
Language : English
Print length : 408 pages
ISBN-10 : 0544824385
ISBN-13 : 978-0544824386
Item Weight : 3.98 pounds
Reading age : 10 years and up
Dimensions : 8.44 x 1.25 x 10.88 inches
Grade level : 5 – 9
Best Sellers Rank: #1,157 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1 in Teen & Young Adult Machinery & Tools #1 in Teen & Young Adult Physics #1 in Teen & Young Adult History of Science
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