Synopsis
This book is a time machine! Young readers can take a thrilling ride through the history of science - a true-life tale full of twists and turns, unforgettable people and unexpected revelations. Written by award-winning science writer Anne Rooney, this highly visual full-color guide sets out information concisely and with clarity, accompanied by with beautiful illustrations. Discover how our world has been radically transformed by chemistry, biology, and physics - from the discovery of fire and the spoked wheel, right through to genetic engineering and the Information Age. Includes: • Stone Age: early humans, creating fire and using tools • Ancient civilizations: early writing, astrology and medicine. • The Medieval and Modern periods: the Renaissance, the Solar System and the Plague • 18th & 19th century: the Enlightenment, vaccinations and evolution • 20th century: World Wars, computers, and the space race • Contemporary life : the internet, genetic engineering and Covid-19 Featuring figures such as Leonardo da Vinci, Marie Curie and Ada Lovelace, this is a great way for readers to discover the history of science, or to reinforce their understanding by putting facts in context and developing a sense of chronology and perspective. An illuminating read for young people aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Visual Timelines series introduces children to the history of human and scientific development, using engaging, richly illustrated timelines to pick out major events and put them in context.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Anne Rooney is an award-winning author who writes on science and the history of science for children and adults. Her Dinosaur Atlas was shortlisted for the Royal Young People's Book Award 2018 and won the School Library Association Information Book Award (ages 7-12), 2018. She has a degree and a PhD from Trinity College, Cambridge and has been a Royal Literary Fund Fellow at Newham College, Cambridge. Her books have been translated into 22 languages. Darcie Olley is a British children's book illustrator who began her career in textile design. Her colorful, characterful artwork style has been applied to clothing, books, accessories, greeting cards, homewares, stationary, and more!
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Visual Timelines: Science: Inventions and Discoveries...
Stock Image
Visual Timelines: Science: Inventions and Discoveries Year by Year
Seller: Book Outpost, Blawnox, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Like New. Never used! Light wear to corners/edges from shelving.Never used! Light wear to corners/edges from shelving. Seller Inventory # WH-9781398820227-LN
Stock Image
Visual Timelines: Science: Inventions and Discoveries Year by Year
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR014460410
Buy Used
US$ 3.88
US$ 7.49 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Visual Timelines: Science: Inventions and Discoveries Year by Year
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Visual Timelines: Science: Inventions and Discoveries Year by Year This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9781398820227
Buy Used
US$ 7.69
US$ 6.67 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Visual Timelines: Science: Inventions and Discoveries Year by Year
Seller: Book Outpost, Blawnox, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Brand new.New. Seller Inventory # WH-9781398820227-N
Stock Image
Visual Timelines: Science: Inventions and Discoveries Year by Year
Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9781398820227
Buy Used
US$ 7.69
US$ 9.33 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 2 available
Seller Image
Visual Timelines: Science: Inventions and Discoveries Year by Year
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # rev3599048386
Buy Used
US$ 16.53
US$ 11.06 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available