From levers to lasers, from cameras to computers, this 384-page volume is a remarkable overview of the machines and inventions that shape our lives, amusingly presented with a large dose of Macaulay's wit and personality. "A book to be treasured as both a browsing item and as a gold mine of reference information." -- School Library Journal, starred review ALA Best Book for Young AdultsALA Notable BookBoston Globe/Horn Book AwardHorn Book Fanfare SelectionPublishers Weekly Best Books of the YearSchool Library Journal Best Books of the Year
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From levers to lasers, from cameras to computers, this 384-page volume is a remarkable overview of the machines and inventions that shape our lives, amusingly presented with a large dose of Macaulay's wit and personality. "A book to be treasured as both a browsing item and as a gold mine of reference information." -- School Library Journal, starred review ALA Best Book for Young AdultsALA Notable BookBoston Globe/Horn Book AwardHorn Book Fanfare SelectionPublishers Weekly Best Books of the YearSchool Library Journal Best Books of the Year
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