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An illustrated explanation of machines and inventions, with mammoths
1988Fast paceLight
What it is about
David Macaulay explains how common machines work, from levers and gears to computers and lasers. He uses clear drawings and a family of woolly mammoths to make each mechanism easy to understand. The book was updated in 1998 as The New Way Things Work.
Who will enjoy it
Curious readers of all ages.
What you will get
A long-running favorite for families.
The Way Things Work Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Nonfiction · Machines · Illustrations · Science
Length
384 pages · ≈ 11 h
More about this book
Characters
David Macaulay and his mammoth characters.
Setting
Machines big and small.
What makes it different
Technical subjects shown with humor and clear drawings.
Feel
Playful, clear and curious.
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