A world of discovery
(Book)
Author
Contributors
Brown, James (Illustrator), illustrator.
Published
Somerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Studio, 2019.
Format
Book
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Status
Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library - Juvenile Nonfiction
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| Location | Call Number | Status | Due Date |
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| John & Judy Gay Library - Juvenile Nonfiction | J 500 PLA | Checked Out | July 14, 2024 |
| John & Judy Gay Library - Juvenile Nonfiction | J 500 PLA | Checked Out | July 13, 2024 |
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Published
Somerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Studio, 2019.
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Physical Desc
62 pages : illustrations ; 38 cm
Language
English
Notes
Description
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.
Target Audience
7-10,Brodart.
Target Audience
2-5,Brodart.
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Platt, R., & Brown, J. (. (2019). A world of discovery (First U.S. edition.). Candlewick Studio.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Platt, Richard and James (Illustrator), Brown. 2019. A World of Discovery. Candlewick Studio.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Platt, Richard and James (Illustrator), Brown. A World of Discovery Candlewick Studio, 2019.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Platt, Richard,, and James (Illustrator) Brown. A World of Discovery First U.S. edition., Candlewick Studio, 2019.
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