Not so long ago, math problems had to be solved with pencil and paper, mail delivered by postman, and files were stored in paper folders and metal cabinets. But three women, Betty Snyder, Jean Jenning
An essential compendium of some of the most world-changing discoveries and inventions of all time, from the first use of money to antibiotics and artificial intelligence.In a stylish miscellany, celeb
The Book of Big Science Ideas looks at 15 brilliant science ideas and more than 50 ingenious thinkers who have helped shape our understanding of the world.A beautifully illustrated celebration of scie
Alexander von Humboldt was the most celebrated modern chronicler of North and South America and the Caribbean, and this translation of his essay on New Spain--the first modern regional economic and po
Look Down and See: Natural Wonders of the World introduces children to twelve amazing natural wonders from a bird’s-eye view.Twelve amazing natural wonders are seen through the eyes of illustrator Bet
Scientifica Historica is a unique, essay-based review of those books that marked the development of science from classical times to the new millennium. The result is a fascinating chronological explor
In this kids’ biography, discover the inspiring story of Ada Lovelace, who wrote the world’s first computer program.In 1833, Ada Lovelace met mathematician Charles Babbage, inventor of calculating mac
Frank William Epperson is a curious boy who wants to be an inventor when he grows up. Since inventing begins with experimenting, Frank spends a lot of time in his ?laboratory? (i.e. his back porch) tr