Accidental Inventions: The Chance Discoveries that Changed Our Lives
It’s hard to imagine a world without Coca-Cola, Post-its, or Velcro, but have you ever stopped to wonder how and when these items came to be? Accidental Inventions reveals the fascinating stories behind the toys, foods, gadgets, and tools we now consider indispensable. From peanut butter to penicillin, roller skates to radioactivity, dozens of essential inventions are spotlighted. Fully illustrated with over 240 photos, Accidental Inventions traces the path from inception to “ah ha!” for more than 60 products, and introduces the cast of clever, hardworking inventors behind them. Engaging narrative and colorful design make these stories accessible to readers of all ages, illuminating the happy collision of accident and inspiration that would profoundly change our lives.
- Author
- Birgit Krols
- Format
- hardcover
- Pages
- 168
- Publisher
- Insight Editions
- Language
- english
- ISBN
- 9781608870738
- Genres
- history
- Release date
- 2012
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