The way things work now : from levers to lasers, windmills to Wi-Fi, a visual guide to the world of machines /
David Macaulay, with Neil Ardley.
- 400 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Originally published as The new way things work. Includes index.
The mechanics of movement -- Harnessing the elements -- Working with waves -- Electricity & automation -- The digital domain -- Eureka! The invention of machines -- Technical terms.
Kirkus Starred, August 2016
Text and numerous detailed illustrations introduce and explain the scientific principles and workings of hundreds of machines. Includes new material about digital technology.