The riddle of the compass : the invention that changed the world
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Published
New York : Harcourt, ©2001., New York : Harcourt, [2001].
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
xvii, 178 pages : illustrations, maps ; 22 cm.
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| Location | Call Number | Note | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gunnison High School - NONFICTION | 912 Acz | On Shelf | |
| Security Public Library - NONFICTION | 912.0284 ACZEL | On Shelf | |
| West Routt Library District - NONFICTION | 912 ACZ | 45846 | On Shelf |
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Published
New York : Harcourt, ©2001., New York : Harcourt, [2001].
Format
Book
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 161-168) and index.
Description
"Amir D. Aczel, the distinguished science writer, turns detective as he uncovers the fascinating story of the invention of the compass. It's a fabulous tale of Chinese lodestones directing the building of palaces and ancient mariners following the flights of birds to reach their destinations.".
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"The arrival of the compass in Europe and an understanding of its potential revolutionized trade in the Mediterranean and ushered in the great Age of Exploration. Tracking down the roots of the compass and telling the story of navigation through the ages, Aczel instructs and charms as never before."--BOOK JACKET.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Aczel, A. D. (2001). The riddle of the compass: the invention that changed the world (First edition.). Harcourt.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Aczel, Amir D. 2001. The Riddle of the Compass: The Invention That Changed the World. Harcourt.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Aczel, Amir D. The Riddle of the Compass: The Invention That Changed the World Harcourt, 2001.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Aczel, Amir D. The Riddle of the Compass: The Invention That Changed the World First edition., Harcourt, 2001.
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