Stephen Biesty's Incredible Cross-Sections

This children's book explores the innermost workings of extraordinary buildings and machines through unique and detailed cutaway drawings, including helicopters, submarines, skyscrapers, and coal mines. With over a million copies sold, it is a fascinating and educational resource for children.

Format: Hardback
Length: 48 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2019
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

This captivating children's book delves into the intricate inner workings of a diverse range of extraordinary buildings and machines. From helicopters to submarines, skyscrapers to coal mines, it opens up a fascinating world filled with unique and detailed cutaway drawings. Whether it's a Spanish galleon or a medieval castle, each cross-section slice or exploded view unveils the inner workings of these remarkable structures.

Observe the bustling activity within the Empire State Building, witness the workers behind the scenes at an opera house, and discover where the crew sleeps on a jumbo jet. Additionally, two impressive fold-outs showcase an ocean liner and a steam train, adding to the visual allure.

Packed with fun facts and curious details, this book encourages readers to explore and discover. Did you know that one of the funnels on the Queen Mary liner was fake and used for storing deckchairs? And in almost every scene, there's a challenge to spot a man sitting on a toilet!

With over a million copies sold, Stephen Biesty's award-winning illustrated book remains as fascinating today as it was when it was first published in 1992. Incredible Cross-sections is the ultimate guide to understanding how things work, captivating readers of all ages with its captivating illustrations and informative content.

Weight: 576g
Dimension: 309 x 258 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241379783