Popular Science Datafiles: Technology and Communications

Children's Literature

Packed with fascinating facts and colorful images, this volume looks at the amazing world of communications and technology's role in developing and advancing various modes of communication. Following a brief overview, the first section focuses on different ways that people communicate with each other through such avenues as writing, publishing, movies, radio, television, postal services, telephones and the Internet. The "FAQs" section addresses commonly asked communication-based questions such as "What does advertising do?" "How does a cellular phone know when to ring?" and "Where is the Internet?" In subsequent sections, the author provides detailed information about related media jobs and essential facts everyone should know about communication. Hundreds of full color illustrations, photos and diagrams are included, as well as cross-references, an illustrated time line and glossary, a list of "Who's Who" in the communications world and an index. This visually appealing presentation will definitely enthrall young readers and entice them to learn more about the past, present and future of communications. It will make a wonderful addition to home and school reference libraries. Part of the "Datafiles" series. 2000, Silver Dolphin Books, $15.95. Ages 10 up. Reviewer: Debra Briatico