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The Evolution of Useful Things

Language EnglishEnglish
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Book The Evolution of Useful Things Henry Petroski
Libristo code: 11010515
Publishers Vintage Publishing, February 1994
Petroski tells fascinating stories about the arduous processes that resulted in paper clips, Post-it... Full description
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Petroski tells fascinating stories about the arduous processes that resulted in paper clips, Post-its, Phillips-head screwdrivers, Scotch tape, and fast-food "clamshell" containers. "Petroski . . . an examines the simplest . . . tools in our lives with an appraising eye."--Washington Post Book World. 45 illus.

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About the book

Full name The Evolution of Useful Things
Author Henry Petroski
Language English
Binding Book - Paperback
Date of issue 1994
Number of pages 288
EAN 9780679740391
ISBN 0679740392
Libristo code 11010515
Publishers Vintage Publishing
Weight 272
Dimensions 133 x 203 x 19

Categories

Mathematics & Science > Science: general issues > Scientific equipment, experiments & techniques
Technology, Engineering, Agriculture > Technology: general issues > Engineering: general
History & Archaeology > History
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