An essential compendium of some of the most world-changing discoveries and inventions of all time, from the first use of money to antibiotics and artificial intelligence.
In a stylish miscellany, celebrated author Richard Platt and printmaker James Brown travel through time to showcase the amazing breakthroughs in science and technology that have changed our lives forever. From the wheel to the telephone to the Internet, human history is studded with innovations that have changed our world. Each bold, bright, and beautiful infographic is complete with engaging and easy-to-understand explanations. A follow-up to international bestseller A World of Information and its companion, A World of Cities, this book covers thirty groundbreaking discoveries and is perfect for inquiring minds of all ages.
- ISBN10 1536207667
- ISBN13 9781536207668
- Publish Date 18 September 2019 (first published 1 November 2018)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Candlewick Studio
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 64
- Language English
- URL https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9781536207668