Book Series · 2 Books

War Machines Books

In order from Tanks to Tanks.

The War Machines series is a set of 2 picture books by Simon Adams, published in 2008. Written for ages 9–12, most books run about 30 pages.

Tanks
Warships
Tanks
Tanks
Warships
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Tanks
Sale price
$2000
Book #1 · Picture Book · 2008

Tanks

By Simon Adams

Explore the technology that shaped 20th-century warfare.

32 pages· 3,830 words
Paperback
Summary: Dive into the world of military innovation with a look at twelve groundbreaking weapons that defined 20th-century conflicts. Discover how these machines altered the course of history on land, sea, and air. What secrets do these war machines hold, and how did they change the face of battle forever?
The complete set

War Machines Series

2 books · Published 2008

Tanks
Series
Sale price
$2000

Tanks

Picture Book · 2008

Explore the technology that shaped 20th-century warfare.

Warships
Series
Sale price
$2850

Warships

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2008

Explore the vehicles and weapons that shaped two world wars.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the War Machines series?

There are 2 books in the War Machines series. It began with Tanks in 2008, and the newest book, Tanks, was published in 2008.

What ages are the War Machines books best for?

The series is best for ages 9–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which War Machines book is the longest?

Warships is the longest book in the series at 4,247 words (32 pages).

Which War Machines book is the shortest?

Tanks is the shortest at 3,830 words (32 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The people who bring War Machines to life.

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Simon Adams

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