Johnson, Steven
How We Got To Now
- ISBN 13:
- 9780425287781
- author:
- Johnson, Steven
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Viking Books for Young Readers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 23.5 x 20 x 1.8 centimetres (0.6
- Genre:
- Children's, Fiction, Science & Technology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover how everyday innovations have transformed our world. From clean drinking water to electricity, Steven Johnson explores the fascinating stories behind six groundbreaking discoveries that have shaped modern life.
In this engaging narrative, Johnson reveals how accidental genius, brilliant mistakes, and unintended consequences have driven innovation forward. He takes you on a journey from lightning strikes in prehistoric deserts to laser labs, showcasing the interconnectedness of history, geography, politics, and scientific advances.
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