The History of Information
by Chris Haughton
Take children on an illuminating journey through the evolution of knowledge and communication with the debut non-fiction book by best-selling author Chris Haughton.
This book tells the story of how we came to collect information, and what it means for us. The ability to record information in the form of writing and collecting data has caused an explosion of technological progress. It hasn't always been like this. For a long time, human progress was very slow or static. At some points it felt like our progress even ran backwards!
Nowadays, we are used to technology improving all the time. Next year we will have better phones, cars, and technology. If we are able to record knowledge we can collect and share it. We can continue adding to it and it grows and grows. Learn all about how this works in The History of Information, through a mix of timelines, graphics and illustrations that clearly break down and explain each concept for kids.
“This ambitious book is as dense and complex as it is captivating and accessible.”
Inis Magazine
"From the beginnings of language to the development of AI, this mind-expanding nonfiction book for 9+ examines the history of information-sharing via cave art, oral storytelling, print, postal networks, propaganda and computing, with Haughton’s characteristic graphic artwork effortlessly distilling complex concepts. An exciting, ambitious departure from an author best known for classic picture books."
The Guardian
“A masterful study of a daunting subject; the writer’s enthusiasm, diligence and his skills with visual design are put to good effect."
Books For Keeps
“Divided into ten beautifully designed chapters that are cleverly illustrated in a way to make complex subjects accessible, and exploring everything we know and how we know it, this is a dazzling one-of-a-kind book that would sit comfortably on bookshelves at home, school, and in libraries.”
Lancashire Post
“The writer’s ability to express ideas and summarize a variety of advances made by significant individuals, cultures and religions throughout history is impressive.”
Booklist
“How to describe this astonishing book? It defies all categories in terms of subject and readership.”
SHELF
Awards:
★ Shortlisted for 2024 Irish Book Awards’ Children’s Book of the Year
Rights:
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