Macaulay, David

Explores how machines work from simple levers to smart phones, and highlights how invention concepts are linked to one another. Includes labeled diagrams and a glossary of technical terms.

Text and black and white illustrations show how the Romans planned and constructed their cities for the people who lived within them.

"Sloth and Sengi are friends. They have grown up together in the zoo, and know every bit of their enclosure. And, frankly, they are a little bored with it. So they begin to plan an escape, with the help of some simple machines... This book introduces such simple machines as levers, gears, planes, and pulleys."--OCLC.

Takes a look at the inside of a castle, and shows readers how a castle works as an enemy army tries to storm the walls. Features accessible text, color illustrations, a glossary, list of resources, and an index.

Explains how toilets and sewage systems function and take readers on a behind-the-scenes tour of sewers and water treatment plants. Explains the importance of these locations and how they contribute to everyday life.

Describes the parts and mechanisms of a jet plane and explains the physics of its flight. Includes a glossary and color illustrations.

David Macaulay reviews the design and construction of bridges from the Roman era to modern times. The program is enhanced with animation, drawings, historic photographs and newsreel footage, and includes the segment "Building small" with activities for children.

Pyramid, David Macaulay's third book, is an impressive look at what many consider to be among the most awesome of man's creation.