The Story of Innovation

How Yesterday's Discoveries Lead to Tomorrow's Breakthroughs

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Edition: US - Hardback
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English Age 13 - 17
精裝書 Hardback 304 pages 23.2 x 27.6 x 25.4 cm
Approx. weight: 1.54 kg
Publication date: 24 Oct,2017
Barcode: 9781426217050 National Geographic

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Author: James Trefil | Age: 13+ | English | Page: 304 | Hardback | 232 x 276 x 25.4mm


From the structure of the atom to the jet engine, from the world's fossil record to the theory of relativity: here are the critical breakthroughs in technology, the paradigm shifts that led to modern science, and the discoveries and accomplishments that shape our world today and our future tomorrow. Organized by realm of science and tracing key concepts from origins to the most exciting ideas and advances on the horizon, this book documents the interconnectedness among the crucial milestones of our time. Written in clear, authoritative prose, illustrated with essential photography and diagrams, and laid out in an entertaining and browsable way, this is the go-to book for answers about the way the world works.

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