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The Way Things Work

The Way Things Work

EducationJuvenile
Pages
400
Published
1988
Language
English

Synopsis

This illustrated guide introduces and explains the scientific principles behind hundreds of machines. Readers will discover how various devices work, from simple tools to complex digital technology. The book combines clear text with detailed drawings to make understanding mechanics engaging and accessible.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualThought-Provoking

Genres

Education Juvenile Science Technology Young Adult

About the author

D
David Macaulay

David Macaulay (born 2 December 1946) is a British-born American illustrator and writer. His works include Cathedral (1973), The Way Things Work (1988) and The New Way Things Work (1998). His illustrations have been featured in nonfiction books combining text and illustrations explaining architecture, design and engineering, and he has written a number of children's fiction books. Macaulay was a 2006 recipient of a MacArthur Fellows Program award and received the Caldecott Medal in 1991 for Blac...