--- product_id: 56353637 title: "The Way Things Work: Newly Revised Edition: The Newly Revised Edition-From levers to lasers, windmills to wi-fi, a visual guide to the world of machines." price: "AED 222" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/56353637-the-way-things-work-newly-revised-edition-the-newly-revised store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Updated with latest tech like 3D printing & touchscreens 4.8⭐ from 2,700+ readers Over 300 detailed machine explanations The Way Things Work: Newly Revised Edition: The Newly Revised Edition-From levers to lasers, windmills to wi-fi, a visual guide to the world of machines. **Price:** AED 222 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔧 Unlock the secrets behind every machine in your life — before your peers do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Way Things Work: Newly Revised Edition: The Newly Revised Edition-From levers to lasers, windmills to wi-fi, a visual guide to the world of machines. - **How much does it cost?** AED 222 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/56353637-the-way-things-work-newly-revised-edition-the-newly-revised) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Cutting-Edge Updates:** Newly revised to include Wi-Fi, 3D printers, and touchscreen tech - • **Timeless Tech Decoded:** From levers to lasers, master the mechanics shaping your world - • **Inclusive Knowledge Hub:** Glossary and index make complex concepts accessible for all ages - • **Expertly Curated Insights:** Authored by David Macaulay, a trusted explainer featured on CBS News - • **Visual Learning Powerhouse:** Richly illustrated with engaging, easy-to-understand diagrams ## Overview The Way Things Work: Newly Revised Edition is a visually rich, expertly updated guide by David Macaulay that demystifies the mechanics behind everyday machines and cutting-edge technology. With over 300 detailed explanations, engaging illustrations, and a 4.8-star rating from thousands of readers, this bestseller bridges classic inventions and modern innovations like Wi-Fi and 3D printing, making it an essential read for curious minds eager to understand the tech shaping tomorrow. ## Description As seen on CBS News Sunday Morning . Explainer-in-Chief David Macaulay updates his worldwide bestseller to capture the latest developments in the technology that most impacts our lives. What possible link could there be between parking meters and meat grinders, jumbo jets and jackhammers, remote control and rockets, electric guitars and egg beaters? Macaulay explains them all! Famously packed with information on the inner workings of everything from windmills to Wi-Fi, this extraordinary and humorous book both guides readers through the fundamental principles of machines and shows how the developments of the past are building blocks of the world of tomorrow. This sweepingly revised edition embraces recent technological developments, from touchscreens to 3D printers. Each scientific principle is brilliantly explained, with the help of a charming, if rather slow-witted, woolly mammoth. An illustrated survey of significant inventions closes the book, along with a glossary of technical terms and an index. A New York Times Bestseller Review: my daughter has happily read this for hours - Very informative, my daughter has happily read this for hours. Review: Five Stars - Grandchildren love it ## Features - Harcourt Brace and Company ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 30,806 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 60 in Children's Books on How Things Work 236 in Children's Books on Computers & Technology 335 in Children's Reference Books | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,700 Reviews | ## Images ![The Way Things Work: Newly Revised Edition: The Newly Revised Edition-From levers to lasers, windmills to wi-fi, a visual guide to the world of machines. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81gL4hdCOiL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ my daughter has happily read this for hours *by L***M on 20 January 2018* Very informative, my daughter has happily read this for hours. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars *by P***S on 16 March 2017* Grandchildren love it ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The most important book I ever read *by S***2 on 31 October 2024* Much of what I understand about the world I can directly attribute to this book. I received it as a gift in 1992. Many years later, I am a professional engineer. If you want to foster an analytical and mechanical mind, or just help a young person to break down the complicated world around them into more manageable chunks, I highly recommend this book. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Way Things Work: Newly Revised Edition: The Ultimate Guide to How Things Work - Difficult Riddles For Smart Kids: 300 Difficult Riddles And Brain Teasers Families Will Love (Thinking Books for Kids) - Would You Rather Book For Kids - 300+ Hilarious, Silly, and Challenging Questions To Make You Laugh (Funny Jokes and Activities - Ages 7-13) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/56353637-the-way-things-work-newly-revised-edition-the-newly-revised](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/56353637-the-way-things-work-newly-revised-edition-the-newly-revised) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-06-19*