50 Vehicles That Changed the World - Haliburtons & Co.

50 Vehicles That Changed the World

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Discover the ingenious machines that shaped human history

From the ancient Polynesian canoe that first crossed vast oceans to today's solar-powered aeroplanes pointing toward our future, this captivating book celebrates the vehicles that transformed how we explore, connect, and understand our world. Each of the 50 groundbreaking inventions tells a story of human ingenuity, adventure, and the endless drive to go further, faster, and beyond what seemed possible.

Written by narrowboat captain and children's author Matt Ralphs, who brings his passion for all things that move to every page, this chronological journey spans thousands of years of innovation. Watch Viking longships slice through medieval waters, witness the Wright brothers' first flight, and marvel at rockets carrying humans to the stars. Rui Ricardo's stunning illustrations bring each vehicle to vivid life, capturing both their mechanical brilliance and the sense of wonder they inspired.

Whether it's understanding how the chariot changed warfare, how the steam locomotive connected continents, or how electric bikes might shape tomorrow's cities, this book reveals the fascinating stories behind humanity's greatest transportation breakthroughs. Perfect for young engineers, history enthusiasts, and anyone who's ever wondered how we learned to travel across land, sea, air, and space.

Ideal for ages 9-12, with appeal for vehicle-loving readers of all ages.

Format: Hardback
Pages: 112
Dimensions: 29 x 29cm

Further Information

What's Included: Large-format hardback with 112 pages featuring 50 vehicles across history with detailed illustrations and historical context

About the Creators: Matt Ralphs is a narrowboat captain and children's author who lives on the Grand Union Canal aboard his boat. Rui Ricardo is a Portuguese illustrator and avid traveller whose illustrations have appeared in major international publications.

Vehicle Types Covered: Land, sea, air, and space transportation spanning from ancient times to future concepts.

Educational Value: Chronological approach showing how transportation innovation shaped human civilisation and continues to influence our future.

Review Highlights: Described as "a great STEAM book" by Booklist and praised as "sure to thrill readers who like things to go"

Product Specifications

SKU: 9781839942174

Publisher: Nosy Crow Ltd

Author: Matt Ralphs

Illustrator: Rui Ricardo

Format: Hardback

Pages: 112

Dimensions: 29 x 29cm (large square format)

Age Range: 9-12 years (suitable for sharing with wider age range)

Publication Date: September 2022

Subject Areas: Engineering, History, Transportation, STEM

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Why we like it

What we appreciate about this book is how it connects the dots between innovation and exploration - Matt Ralphs brings both an appreciation for engineering and a storyteller's gift for making history come alive. The chronological approach is brilliant too, showing children how each invention built on the last to create the incredible world of transportation we know today.