When it comes to cbr16bingo categories I like to do both the “literal interpretation” and the “creative interpretation.” Sometimes at the same time. Therefore, TECH is going to be both. Yes, the Rubik Cube is not “true technology” but it is technology. It is a tool that is used to drive one insane.
And Erno Rubik and His Magic Cube by Kerry Aradhya shows us the journey Erno Rubik took to get there. This is a fantastic read about the puzzle that has probably had more curses thrown AT it and more walls been thrown at by it. The Cube was not meant to be a true puzzle, it was just an experiment Rubik did to see if he could put the blocks together. Yet, it became one. And one that in 1974 would not really have a solution for yet. You were on your own. In fact Rubik himself didn’t have a solution for a month! 
This picture book story hits the highlights of this item from Hades… or Heaven if you are one of the lucky ones to figure it out! But even if you are like my dad (took it apart) or changed the stickers around, you can enjoy this book. It is not frustrating at all. It is smooth and easy to read. It has an artist overview of things. Kara Kramer’s illustrations are mixed media and are busy. They can be a little overwhelming at times, making the text melt into them, but still that is fine. Things work out.
I read via an online reader’s copy, though the book is out. I plan on giving copies to friends and donating to my local libraries!