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A Robot World

Clive Gifford, Author

Paperback

Imprint: Franklin Watts

Publication date: March 14, 2019

Category: Science: general interest

ISBN: 9781445156194

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In today’s wired world, robots are everywhere, from movies, in space, computer games – maybe even walking among us. Aimed at readers aged 7 to 11, this is a look at the rise of robots: how they’ve developed over time, from early sketches to terrifying battlebots and factory operatives, to the latest AIs running free from their workshops. Presented chronologically, this robot history will focus on landmark robots that have captured the imagination, including creations from popular culture.

Reviews

This book will definitely inspire a new generation of robot builders.

The School Librarian

A fascinating read, which shows the amazing things that robots can achieve. Attractive presentation, with plenty of photos, make the book appealing and enjoyable as well as informative.

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Clive Gifford

Clive Gifford is the author of more than 150 children’s books including Eye Benders, winner of the Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize, Royal Society-nominated Out of This World and Cool Technology which won the School Library Association Information Book Award. His book, The Colours of History, won the Blue Peter Book Awards’ Best Book With Facts. He has travelled through 70 countries, run a computer games company and taken part in all manner of sports from parachuting and gliding to Ultimate Frisbee. Clive’s official website can be found at www.clivegifford.co.uk