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BIG IDEAS THAT CHANGED WORLD MACHINES THAT THINK GN (C: 0-1- (W) Don Brown Machines That Think! explores machines from ancient history to today that perform a multitude of tasks, f rom making mind-numbing calculations to working on assembly lines. Included are fascinating looks at the world's earliest calculators, the birth of computer programming, and the arrival of smartphones. Contributors discussed include Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi, Ada Lovelace, and Bill Gates. From the abacus to artificial intelligence, machines through the ages have pushed the boundaries of human capability and creativity. FEB201473 9781419740985 Show more