A world of discovery : an essential compendium for world-changing discoveries and inventions
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Author
Brown, James, 1972-
Contributors
Platt, Richard, author.
Published
Somerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Studio, an imprint of Candlewick Press, 2019.
Edition
First U.S. edition.
ISBN
1536207667, 9781536207668
Physical Desc
62 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 38 cm
Status
On Shelf
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Published
Somerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Studio, an imprint of Candlewick Press, 2019.
Format
Book
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Language
English
ISBN
1536207667, 9781536207668

Notes

General Note
Subtitle from cover.
Description
"In this stylish miscellany, celebrated author Richard Platt and printmaker James Brown travel through the past and present, showcasing the amazing breakthroughs in science and technology that have changed our lives forever. Discover fascinating facts and figures about space travel, the human body, time, the computer, and much more. Each bold, bright, and beautiful contemporary illustration is presented alongside an engaging fact-filled explanation. Covering thirty diverse and intriguing topics, this is the perfect book for inquiring minds of all ages."--Back cover
Target Audience
"Ages 7-10"--Back cover

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Brown, J., & Platt, R. (2019). A world of discovery: an essential compendium for world-changing discoveries and inventions (First U.S. edition.). Candlewick Studio, an imprint of Candlewick Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Brown, James, 1972- and Richard, Platt. 2019. A World of Discovery: An Essential Compendium for World-changing Discoveries and Inventions. Candlewick Studio, an imprint of Candlewick Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Brown, James, 1972- and Richard, Platt. A World of Discovery: An Essential Compendium for World-changing Discoveries and Inventions Candlewick Studio, an imprint of Candlewick Press, 2019.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Brown, James, and Richard Platt. A World of Discovery: An Essential Compendium for World-changing Discoveries and Inventions First U.S. edition., Candlewick Studio, an imprint of Candlewick Press, 2019.

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