The Way We Work by David Macaulay Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Way We Work
Book Review: Impressive information, less impressive images
Summary: 3 Stars
The anticipation for this book made me want to buy it right away, and I pre-ordered it on amazon. It arrived and I was super enthused about the cover, and the size of this book. However, once you open it the images fade a bit in impressiveness. The writing, research, metaphors used by Macaulay are very original and the organization of the book from microscopic to traveling around the body effective. However, the information fades with the dubious pencil colorings of the book. Compared to the contrast that the cover offers, the inside illustrations have soft, sometimes difficult to discern images. I was really buying the book for the illustrations, and I have to say that in the end they didn't completely impress me.Book Review: Includes A Lesson in Reproduction
Summary: 4 Stars
I flipped through this book today with intentions of buying it for my 7 year old son. He is a huge fan of David Macaulay, and has thoroughly enjoyed The Way Things Work. I did not, however, purchase the book because of the last chapter on reproduction. This will be a great tool for kids who are ready for that particular lesson in life, however my 7 year old is not quite ready. The cross-section sketch of a penis inserted in the vagina as well as the page on the sperm's journey entitled "Winner Takes All!" is just a bit too much information for the younger child. We will be waiting a couple of years before purchasing this beautiful and informative book.Book Review: Large-size, clear, bright color drawings - many full-page - throughout accompany lively facts about the human body
Summary: 5 Stars
From how humans breathe or see to how eyes perceive, this is an outstanding focus on how humans work blending basic physiological reviews and medical facts with an analysis of the human body's systems and how they affect daily functioning. Large-size, clear, bright color drawings - many full-page - throughout accompany lively facts about the human body designed to capture and retain interest for all ages, from high school students through general-interest adult readers.
Book Review: Nice addition to my library
Summary: 5 Stars
I enjoy the pictures and the format is great! Nice addition to my library. Had to get this one since I like The Way Things Work so much.Book Review: Recommended by a friend...
Summary: 4 Stars
A bit advanced for my three-year old grandson, but I suspect his father will enjoy it (and three year olds do grow up bit by bit).