Transportation Through the Ages - (Technology Through the Ages) by Michael Woods & Mary B Woods (Paperback)
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Highlights
- The ancient world saw many empires rise and fall.
- 80 Pages
- Young Adult Nonfiction, Transportation
- Series Name: Technology Through the Ages
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About the Book
"Since the first humans began to spread around the world, people have been developing new ways to move themselves and their possessions. From wheels to warships, follow the development of transportation technology throughout the ancient world"--Book Synopsis
The ancient world saw many empires rise and fall. But how did massive empires such as Babylon or Rome move information and resources across continents? They relied on one of the oldest technologies in human history: transportation.
Ever since humans first began migrating within and outside of Africa, they have needed transportation technology to help move themselves and their possessions. Beginning with shoes to support feet over rough ground and boats to traverse water, humans quickly created a wide range of inventions to help them move faster and carry more over long distances.
From prehistoric hunting paths to the widespread highways of Rome, learn about the ancient transportation methods that shaped human history and paved the way for planes, trains, and superhighways.
Review Quotes
"Each volume begins with an overview of basic concepts related to its topic and continues with detailed, individual chapters that investigate the topic within the ancient societies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, China, the Americas, Greece, and Rome. Reproductions and photos of archaeological sites and early artwork reinforce these concepts visually."--Booklist
-- (1/23/2025 12:00:00 AM)
