The Technology That Changed the World series highlights some of the greatest inventions of all time. Using vivid pictures, detailed diagrams and interesting facts, readers will be pulled into the world of technology–meeting the legendary inventors behind such inventions as the printing press, the computer, and the television. This series depicts the history of some of the most important technological advancements and how those developments affected lives around the world. It’s an engaging and insightful addition to the social studies curriculum.