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The Story Of Things - From The Stone Age To The Modern Age In 10 Pop-Up Spreads

by Neal Layton, Corina Fletcher
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The Story Of Things - From The Stone Age To The Modern Age In 10 Pop-Up Spreads - Thryft

Pop-up journey through centuries of innovation.

"The Story Of Things" is a delightful pop-up book that takes readers on a journey through time, showcasing the most important inventions and discoveries that have shaped human history. The unique feature of this book lies in its creative use of pop-up spreads that engage readers of all ages. This book is perfect for anyone who loves history and wants to learn more about the fascinating evolution of technology.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Story Of Things - From The Stone Age To The Modern Age In 10 Pop-Up Spreads

by Neal Layton, Corina Fletcher
$6.06 Now $4.24 Save 30%
Compare to estimated retail price: S$21.27  

The item you've got your eye on is secondhand. You probably already know that, but just in case!

The estimated retail price shown next to any listed item represents the first-hand prices we've seen elsewhere, or the estimated original retail price of a comparable item of the same quality, construction and material offered elsewhere in new condition.

ISBN: 9780340945322
Authors: Neal Layton, Corina Fletcher
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Date of Publication: 2012-06-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Picture Books, Childrens Classics
Related Topics: Adventure, Animals, Fantasy, Nature, Adventure, Fantasy
Goodreads rating: 4.11
(rated by 19 readers)

Description

An exploration of ideas, inventions, and discoveries from the Stone Age to the modern age in 10 inventive pop-up spreads  Starting with early humans who have no things, through to farming, civilizations, inventions, steam, electricity, computers, and the world we live in now, this ingenious novelty book tracing the development of human artifacts and ideas is sure to spark childrens' imaginations. It is packed with energetic illustrations, quirky humor, and information. From ancient civilizations to Michelangelo, Isaac Newton to steam power, to modern technology—the ideas are made accessible for the very young with pop-ups, flaps, and tabs on every spread.
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Books in Like New Condition

This book may contain very minor cosmetic defects, but it is in pristine condition. There should be no yellowing, no foxing, no water damage, and no annotations of any kind on the cover and the pages. For paperbacks, there should not be any crease marks on the spine. This book is good as new — lucky you!

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Very Good Condition

This book has been used, but it is still in a clean condition. There should be no foxing or annotations of any kind on the inner pages, but a sparse amount may be present on the cover, title pages, or outside edges of the book. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be light crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Good Condition

We do our best to ensure the quality of our books, but there is no escaping the wear and tear that comes with time. Slight foxing and some annotations may be present on the pages and the cover. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be several crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Well Read Condition

This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Pop-up journey through centuries of innovation.

"The Story Of Things" is a delightful pop-up book that takes readers on a journey through time, showcasing the most important inventions and discoveries that have shaped human history. The unique feature of this book lies in its creative use of pop-up spreads that engage readers of all ages. This book is perfect for anyone who loves history and wants to learn more about the fascinating evolution of technology.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.