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History - Machines That Think!: Big Ideas That Changed the World #2

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Book Synopsis: Award-winning author/illustrator Don Brown explores computers and technology in this installment of the Big Ideas That Changed the World graphic novel series.Machines That Think! explores machines from ancient history to today that perform a multitude of tasks, from making mind-numbing calculations to working on assembly lines to guiding spaceships to the moon. It includes fascinating looks at the world’s earliest calculators, the birth of computer programming, and the arrival of smartphones. Contributors discussed include Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi, Ada Lovelace, Alan Turing, and Bill Gates. From the abacus to artificial intelligence, machines through the ages have pushed the boundaries of human capability and creativity. Big Ideas That Changed the World is a graphic novel series that celebrates the hard-won succession of ideas that ultimately changed the world. Humor, drama, and art unite to tell the story of events, discoveries, and ingenuity over time that led humans to come up with a big idea and then make it come true.

Big Ideas That Changed the World series:

  • Rocket to the Moon! (#1)
  • Machines That Think! (#2)
  • A Shot in the Arm! (#3)
  • We the People! (#4)
  • All Charged Up! (#5)

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Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of computers and technology with Machines That Think!: Big Ideas That Changed the World #2. Award-winning author/illustrator Don Brown takes you on a journey through time, exploring the incredible machines that have revolutionized our lives. From ancient calculators to cutting-edge smartphones, these machines have pushed the boundaries of human capability and creativity.

Discover the stories of visionaries such as Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi, Ada Lovelace, Alan Turing, and Bill Gates, whose contributions revolutionized the way we think and interact with machines. Learn about the birth of computer programming and witness the arrival of smartphones that have become an essential part of our daily lives.

The Big Ideas That Changed the World graphic novel series combines humor, drama, and art to tell the story of human ingenuity and the events that led to groundbreaking ideas. Immerse yourself in the captivating illustrations and engaging narratives that bring these historical moments to life.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the world of machines and technology. Grab your copy of Machines That Think!: Big Ideas That Changed the World #2 and join the ranks of those who have delved into the extraordinary world of invention and discovery.

Order now and embark on a captivating journey through the history of machines and the minds that shaped our modern world!

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