How Things Work: The Inner Life of Everyday Machines

Theodore Gray How Things Work Reviews Summary

Ratings Breakdown

Rated 4.6 by 294 people

Pros from Reviews

  • Fascinating
  • Informative
  • Beautiful photography
  • Great insights
  • Wry commentary
  • Keeps readers occupied
  • High-quality photographs
  • Insightful explanations

Cons from Reviews

  • Missing some inventions
  • Difficult to read white print on black pages
  • Photos aren't easy to understand
  • Reliance on white text on black background
  • Not for everyone
  • High ink usage
  • Retina strain

Notable Features

Illustrated
256 pages
Physics of Mechanics
Scientific Experiments
History & Philosophy of Science
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