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Presents readers with the most important scientific advances in history, from the idea that Earth is round to the discovery of DNA. The book features historic photos, engaging sidebars, and thought-provoking prompts.

"One of the most formidable military machines is the tank. With an armored exterior that keeps its small crew safe inside, a tank can easily navigate uneven ground and fire its cannon in any direction. Prompted by the changing nature of war, the design of tanks has developed over time to meet new needs. This book provides readers with an overview of that evolution and a glimpse into the future of military tanks. Full-color photographs and a labeled...

"[D]iscusses the history of the abacus, the Jacquard loom, computer animation programs, and the Apple computer in the order they were developed. The book shows how each subsequent invention was predicated on the invention before, how these innovations shaped the creative process, and how computers have come to play an integral role in our daily lives."-- Publisher' sweb site.

"Strategy on the battlefield sometimes takes quick thinking and clever deception. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each high interest title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who turned the world, and the truth, upside down across the ages. Readers learn how to spot a lie and confirm the truth for themselves as they look a little closer at the tales people tell. Includes considerate vocabulary,...

The World s Most Powerful Tanks is an expert examination of the most successful tanks of the past hundred years. Beginning with the prototype Mark V Male in 1917, the book features 52 of the best armored fighting vehicles from World War I, World War II, through the Cold War to today. Each entry is examined over two spreads and includes a brief description of the tank s development and history, a color profile artwork, photographs, key features, and...

"Tanks are the toughest vehicles in the US military. Explore their armor and tactics, and find out how tanks control the battlefield"-- Provided by publisher.

Examines what is known about dinosaur bones, behavior, and other characteristics and how different the facts often are from what scientists, from ancient China to the recent past, believed to be true.

Presents miscellaneous information from ancient to modern times covering the worlds of science, nature, and history.

"This book is about various experiments conducted throughout time."-- Provided by publisher.

Take a journey through time with an author who understands the politics, intrigue, and human nature of science inquiry. Be prepared to spend hours of delightful reading learning about everything you wanted to know about the quantum world, physics, and relativity.