HUMAN 2.0

Imagine being able to hear for the first time, or see in full-colour, or take your first steps on Earth.

This incredible book celebrates the remarkable achievements made in medical engineering, and offers a glimpse of what the future might hold for humanity.

A CELEBRATION OF HUMAN BIONICS

A CELEBRATION OF HUMAN BIONICS

Kane’s text makes the history and science of medical engineering accessible, and his portraits of wearers of the technology are relatable and inspiring
— Children's Books Ireland

Pioneering technological breakthroughs have truly changed lives. For some people, particularly those with disabilities, recent advances have crossed the realms of the purely imaginable, and reached a place of possibility. People with paraplegia can walk again, those who are hearing impaired can listen to even the faintest sounds, and some people with missing limbs can create beautiful works of art.

This phenomenal book is a celebration of all that has been achieved so far, and a look at what might be possible in the near future. Is it inevitable that technology will surpass biology?

From cochlear implants and pacemakers, to bionic arms and legs, this empowering book also features spotlights on pioneers including Paralympians Richard Whitehead and Blake Leeper, and the world’s first ‘cyborg’ Neil Harbisson.

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

“This is a remarkable book! It clearly informs the reader about the history of prostheses, the scientific engineering around implants, and future possibilities in the world of bionics.”

— BOOKS FOR KEEP

★★★★★

“Every school in the country should have this book in their school library! It’s a wonderful personal insight into medical engineering and a fascinating and informative read for any age group AND beautifully illustrated. I loved it!”

— AILISH (READER, AMAZON)

“This eye-opening history of bionics (implants and prosthetic limbs), with computerised illustrations, demonstrates how medical engineering has already given people abilities they never had, and is changing human potential.”

— SUNDAY TIMES

★★★★★

“Honestly one of the most inspirational and fascinating books I have read.”

— EVK (READER, AMAZON)

A stunning book about the progression of bionics which focuses on everything from intricate bionic hands to neural implants, and has been lavishly illustrated in eyecatching style by Samuel Rodriguez.”

LANCASHIRE EVENING POST

★★★★★

“A great book with a compelling and accessible writing style. The illustrations are simply awesome, adding a visual dimension to the thought-provoking content. Highly recommended for anyone interested in the future of humanity!”

— JOSEPH (READER, AMAZON)



DETAILS

Reading age

7–12 years

64 pages

Print length

22.6 x 1.3 x 28.8 cm

Dimensions

30 March 2023

Publication date

Hardcover, Digital, Audiobook

Formats

ISBN-13

978-1800781689

1800781687

ISBN-10

English (UK & US)
French
South Korean

Languages



CREDITS

Author

Patrick Kane

Illustrations

Samuel Rodriguez

Art Direction & Design

Olivia Cook

Publisher

Big Picture Press