| Technology Contributor(s): Basher, Simon (Author), Basher, Simon (Illustrator), Green, Dan (Author) |
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ISBN: 0753468204 ISBN-13: 9780753468203 Publisher: Kingfisher OUR PRICE: $8.09 Product Type: Paperback Published: July 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Technology - General |
| Dewey: 600 |
| Lexile Measure: 1010 |
| Series: Basher Science |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6.9" W x 6.9" (0.70 lbs) 128 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Basher Science: Technology, A byte-sized world created and illustrated by Simon Basher, written by Dan Green From the bestselling illustrator whose friendly take on science has revolutionized our understanding of everything from the periodic table to the universe, comes a fresh take on technology as only Basher can do it. Discover the secrets behind the devices we take for granted, and learn about the amazing inventions that have transformed our lives. From the Movers and Shakers who power our physical world, to the Gizmos, Home Bodies, and High Rollers who power our vehicles, entertainment, and smartphones--and pretty much everything else around us--Technology is a compelling guide to the big-bytes whiz-kids, powerhouse motors, and other characters who drive our inventive, highly engineered world. |
Contributor Bio(s): Basher, Simon: - Artist and designer Simon Basher has fun playing in the world of contemporary character design. Inspired by a love of simple line work and a rich color palette, his characters fill the gap between edgy manga and the cuteness of Hello Kitty. He lives in England.Green, Dan: - Dan Green is a freelance science writer and editor who consulted on Basher's previous book for Kingfisher, The Periodic Table.Green, Dan: - Dan Green is a freelance science writer and editor who consulted on Basher's previous book for Kingfisher, The Periodic Table. |