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Martin McHugh

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Born

in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Website

https://martinmchugh.co.uk/

Genre

History, Science, Biography

Influences

Simon Winchester, James Burke, Walter Isaacson

Member Since

May 2026

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Martin McHugh is the author of a growing collection of accessible non-fiction books that explain science, history and technology in clear, engaging language. His books explore the remarkable ideas, discoveries and events that have shaped our world, making complex subjects understandable and enjoyable for readers of all backgrounds.

His published works include The Secret Life of the ATOM, How Life Works, Global Empire and Red Giant. He is currently writing several new books, including Amazing Animals, Brilliant Ideas and Legacies.

Before becoming a full-time author and publisher, Martin enjoyed a long career in marketing and creative communications. Today, his focus is on producing beautifully illustrated books that inspire curiosity and lifel ...more

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	Red Giant: China’, Technology and the New World Order really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 6 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Global Empire: How the Brits nearly took over the Planet 3.33 avg rating — 3 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Secret Life of The Atom: The Story of the Smallest Things in the Universe it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Brilliant Ideas!: Products and notions that have made the Modern World by Martin McHugh (Goodreads Author), Katie McHugh 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Secret Life of The Atom: It's not what you think! 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	HOW LIFE WORKS: The Hidden Code Inside Every Living Thing 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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