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Backward science, what was life like before world-changing discoveries?, Clive Gifford ; illustrated by Anne Wilson

eng

illustrations

index present

non fiction

Backward science

1108553079

Clive Gifford ; illustrated by Anne Wilson

what was life like before world-changing discoveries?

This book is backwards! It starts at the end, ends at the beginning and travels back in history to show you what life was like before major inventions and discoveries. Step into a time before smartphones, television, cars or even the toilet; then learn about the major invention or discovery that changed the world. Explore bright, detailed, humorous scenes from different eras that will spark discussion and make you think about what life was like in history. Learn about the clever inventors, the accidental discoveries and how people managed without the everyday things that we take for granted. Opening from the left-hand edge, this book's `backwards' format is fun and unique. Detailed, humorous scenes of different eras to explore Fun 'backwards' format Key topics of science, technology and inventions

Cover -- Title -- Copyright -- CONTENTS -- Introduction -- Smartphones and Satellites -- DNA Profiling -- The World Wide Web -- Digital Cameras -- Personal Computers -- Search and Rescue -- Television -- Emergency Treatment -- Kitchen Appliances -- Vacuum Cleaners -- Aircraft and Air Travel -- Antiseptics and Anaesthetics -- Assembly Lines -- Cars -- The Telegraph and Telephones -- Steam Trains -- Electric Light -- Fire Engines -- The Textiles Industry -- Toilets and Sanitation -- The Printing Press -- Gunpowder -- The Compass -- Paper -- Construction Machines -- The Wheel -- Farming