Hidden Systems: Water, Electricity, the Internet, and the Secrets Behind the Systems We Use Every Day

Author: Dan Nott
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Dan Nott pulls back the curtain on the invisible networks that power our modern lives in this detailed graphic novel. Through intricate illustrations and clear explanations, the book explores the complex infrastructure behind our faucets, light switches, and computer screens. It moves beyond basic mechanics to examine how these systems were built and why they function the way they do today. Reade…

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