Reader's Digest How in the World?

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Explanations of the basic principles behind technological wonders with over 1,000 photographs and diagrams show the extent of human ingenuity.

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A fun topic of how nature and technology inspire or work together to answer, How in the World?
A very good , precursor into the working world
How some things happen or are made.
Reader’s Digest: How Is It Done? explains the principles and techniques behind creating concise, clear summaries of longer texts. The book focuses on identifying main ideas, eliminating unnecessary detail, and preserving the author’s original meaning and tone. It serves as a practical guide for readers, students, and writers who want to master effective summarisation.
Jan 20, 2026English (UK)
An illustrated reference book that explains how everyday things are made and how various processes work, from manufacturing to natural phenomena. It uses clear explanations and visuals to make complex topics accessible to general readers with curiosity about the world around them.
Sep 26, 2025English (UK)
¿QUE IMPULSA LOS COHETES ESPACIALES?
¿DE QUE ESTA HECHA LA "CABEZA" DE LOS CERILLOS?
PORQUE LAS LLANTAS DE LOS AUTOMÓVILES TIENEN DIBUJOS ESTRIADOS?
¿CÓMO UNEN AL MUNDO LAS ANTENAS DE LAS ESTACIONES TERRENAS?
¿PORQUE SE UTILIZA EL HORMIGÓN TENSADO PARA CONSTRUIR RASCACIELOS Y PUENTES MONUMENTALES?

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Canonical title
Reader's Digest How in the World?
Original title
How Is It Done?
Alternate titles
How in the World?
Original publication date
1990
First words
The world is full of miracles.
Original language
English

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Genres
Nonfiction, Reference, Technology
DDC/MDS
600Applied science & technologyTechnologyTechnology (Applied sciences)
LCC
T47 .H725TechnologyTechnology (General)
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Members
700
Popularity
40,708
Reviews
6
Rating
½ (3.57)
Languages
English, Spanish
Media
Paper
ISBNs
4
ASINs
3