Scientific American: How Things Work Today

Wright, Michael [Editor]; Patel, Mukul [Editor];

ISBN 10: 0375410236 ISBN 13: 9780375410239
Published by Crown, 2000
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An authoritative collection of articles and essays from Scientific American's "Working Knowledge" column explains the inner workings of such technological wonders as subways, electron microscopes, Velcro, spy satellites, and the artificial heart, all divided into categories including the home, the office, transportation, communication, and more. 25,000 first printing.

About the Author: MICHAEL WRIGHT studied natural sciences at Cambridge University and has been a freelance writer and editor in the areas of science, technology, and medicine for many years. He has also written on everything from health to horticulture, household pets to history, from food and drink to photography.

M. N. PATEL is an editor and writer specializing in science and technology. He studied natural, social, and political sciences at Cambridge University.

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Title: Scientific American: How Things Work Today
Publisher: Crown
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: New

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