12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Transportation Technology

From the first roads of the ancient world to spacecraft exploring other planets, delve into the history of transportation with the 12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Transportation Technology. Each chapter focuses on the development of an instrumental piece of technology, connecting inventions that have led to life today. Fascinating historical and modern photos with intriguing layouts and design features support the text. Thoughtful sidebars, Think About It prompts, and numbers-based quick facts will get readers gears turning. An in-depth fact sheet, glossary, and suggestions for further learning make this book a complete learning experience.