The History of the Computer: People, Inventions, and Technology That Changed Our World by Ignotofsky, Rachel
The History of the Computer: People, Inventions, and Technology That Changed Our World by Ignotofsky, Rachel

The History of the Computer: People, Inventions, and Technology That Changed Our World

A strikingly illustrated overview of the computing machines that have changed our world--from the abacus to the...
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Author: Rachel Ignotofsky
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The History of the Computer: People, Inventions, and Technology That Changed Our World by Ignotofsky, Rachel

The History of the Computer: People, Inventions, and Technology That Changed Our World

$40.22
The History of the Computer: People, Inventions, and Technology That Changed Our World by Ignotofsky, Rachel

The History of the Computer: People, Inventions, and Technology That Changed Our World

$40.22
Author: Rachel Ignotofsky
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description
A strikingly illustrated overview of the computing machines that have changed our world--from the abacus to the smartphone--and the people who made them, by the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of Women in Science.

"A beautifully illustrated journey through the history of computing, from the Antikythera mechanism to the iPhone and beyond--I loved it."--Eben Upton, Founder and CEO of Raspberry Pi

ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Public Library

Computers are everywhere and have impacted our lives in so many ways. But who created them, and why? How have they transformed the way that we interact with our surroundings and each other?

Packed with accessible information, fun facts, and discussion starters, this charming and art-filled book takes you from the ancient world to the modern day, focusing on important inventions, from the earliest known counting systems to the sophisticated algorithms behind AI. The History of the Computer also profiles a diverse range of key players and creators--from An Wang and Margaret Hamilton to Steve Jobs and Sir Tim Berners-Lee--and illuminates their goals, their intentions, and the impact of their inventions on our everyday lives.

This entertaining and educational journey will help you understand our most important machines and how we can use them to enhance the way we live. You'll never look at your phone the same way again!

Author: Rachel Ignotofsky
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Published: 05/17/2022
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.60h x 8.60w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781984857422
Audience: Young Adult

About the Author
Rachel Ignotofsky is a New York Times bestselling author, illustrator, and designer. She graduated from Tyler School of Art's graphic design program and formerly worked as a senior designer and illustrator at Hallmark Greetings. Rachel and her work have been featured in many print and online media outlets such as the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Scientific American, Science Friday, Brain Pickings, and more. She is the author of Women in Science, Women in Sports, Women in Art, I Love Science, and The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth.
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