Backward Science by Clive Gifford

Backward Science by Clive Gifford

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Summary

What was life like before world-changing discoveries? From the 21st Century to the Year Dot, Backward Science reveals the wonders of science and technology through the ages. Fun, detailed scenes show how people lived BEFORE smartphones, cars, television, toilets... as far back as the invention of the wheel! How on Earth did people manage?

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Backward Science by Clive Gifford

This book is backwards! It starts at the end, ends at the beginning and travels back in history to show you what life was like before major inventions and discoveries. Step into a time before smartphones, television, cars or even the toilet; then learn about the major invention or discovery that changed the world. Explore bright, detailed, humorous scenes from different eras that will spark discussion and make you think about what life was like in history. Learn about the clever inventors, the accidental discoveries and how people managed without the everyday things that we take for granted. Detailed, humorous scenes of different eras to explore  Key topics of science, technology and inventions This fun and engaging title will delight young historians, scientists, or any child with a curious mind!

Clive Gifford has travelled to more than 70 countries, climbed rocket launch towers, ridden on robots and flown gliders. He's had more than 200 books published and received nominations for or won Royal Society, School Library Association, Smithsonian and TES awards. He won the Blue Peter Book Award for Best Book with Facts 2019 for his title The Colours of History (QED). Clive lives in Manchester, UK. 

Anne Wilson has an MA in illustration from Central St Martins College of Art, London and has been an illustrator for over 15 years. Much of her work is inspired by everyday life, pattern, colour and shape. Born on Ascension Island in the South Atlantic, Anne now lives in the much less remote town of Reading, England.

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ISBN 13 9780711249882
ISBN 10 0711249881
Title Backward Science
Author Clive Gifford
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Quarto Publishing PLC
Year published 2020-07-21
Number of pages 64
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.