Get to grips with how things work inside hundreds of machines with this extraordinary book that explains the science behind technologies and inventions.
In this extensive encyclopedia packed full of simple science for kids, David Macaulay's beautiful illustrations show the inner workings of each machine from clocks and watches, to jet engines and the internet. From the basic lever to the modern microprocessor, this bestseller has been completely updated with the latest technologies, and explains every machine you've ever wanted to understand, and some you've probably never thought about.
With David Macaulay's inspired illustrations and humorous approach, The Way Things Work makes even the most complex technology fun, fascinating, and accessible for children of all ages.
This is Book 1 in the DK David Macauley How Things Work Series. See all DK David Macauley How Things Work books here.
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David Macaulay is an established author and illustrator - his books have sold over 2 million copies in the US alone and his work has been translated into a dozen languages. He is an alumni and faculty member of the Rhode Island School of Design. He has won numerous awards such as the Caldecott Medal, and was nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen Award,
More about David MacaulayDavid Macaulay has an uncanny ability to explain complicated feats of engineering and technology to even the most non-technically minded reader. His detailed illustrations and sly humour have earned him fans of all ages. His books, which have been translated into a dozen lanuages, showcase everything from buildings to the human body, with The Way Things Work
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