Products specifications
Author
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Anna Claybourne |
Pub Date
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01/12/2012 |
Binding
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Paperback / softback |
Pages
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96 |
Country
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United Kingdom |
Dewey
|
609 |
GBPPrice
|
9.99 |
Availability
|
Available |
Reveals the real-life stories behind dozens of brilliant ideas, from the invention of the wheel, to the hi-tech gadgets of today.
Describes the successes - and failures - of inventions in transport, food, household gadgets, communication, clothing, medicine and more. Humorously illustrated by Adam Larkum, with cartoons and simple diagrams showing how the inventions work. Includes invention timelines, a glossary and internet links to websites with games, biographies and tips on becoming an inventor.