Car
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1990 · Est. 1 hour read

Car

By Elizabeth Baquedano, Richard Sutton

Part of the DK Eyewitness Books series

Journey through the evolution of cars, from early models to today's speedsters.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 110 ratings
72 pages· 7,349 words· Est. 1 hour read
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Bookroo's summary

Explore the fascinating evolution of automobiles, from the first horseless carriages to modern speed machines. This captivating collection of photographs showcases iconic models like the Model T Ford and vintage Rolls Royce, revealing the transformation of cars over the decades. Discover the stories behind these vehicles and how they shaped the way we travel today. Dive into the world of automotive history and see how innovation and design have driven us forward.

From the publisher

Cars have come a long way in the century or so since they were invented. This superb collection of specially commissioned photographs shows how cars have changed and developed, from the dangers of the early pioneering models to the complicated speedsters of today. See a horseless carriage and boneshaker, the elegant classics of the 1930s, and the family cars of the 1950s. Every aspect of the car’s story is illustrated by a detailed look at a particular car, such as the Model T Ford, a vintage Rolls Royce, and a 1930s Holden. Discover the story of cars——-from horseless carriages to modern sport cars. The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
72
Words
7,349
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
~1080L
Themes & topics
Books about historyBooks about technologyBooks about transportationBooks about vehiclesBooks about inventions
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
7.5
F&P level
~Z
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
87202
Publication
Published
September 1, 2005
First published
January 1, 1990
Publisher
DK CHILDREN
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780756613846

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