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Writing is one of the most important inventions in the history of the human species, enabling people to communicate and transmit knowledge across vast distances in space and time. This book tells the story of writing, how it developed in ancient civilisations, and its many manifestations from printing presses to texting.. You Wouldnt Want to Live Without Writing! is part of a brand-new science and technology strand within the internationally acclaimed You Wouldnt Want to Be series. The clear, engaging text and humorous illustrations bring the subject to life and stimulate young readers curiosity about the world around them.. Specially commissioned cartoon-style illustrations in full colour make these books attractive and accessible even to reluctant readers. Information is conveyed through captions, labels and humorous speech bubbles in addition to the main text. Illustrated sidebars headed How It Works, Top Tip or You Can Do It supply more facts, describe simple, safe experiments, or steps that readers can take to help make the world a better place. Each volume includes a timeline and a list of Did You Know? facts.