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portada Bubble gum and Hula Hoops: The Origins of Objects in our Everyday Lives
Type
Physical Book
Publisher
Author
Year
2010
Language
English
Pages
240
Format
Paperback
Weight
0.35
ISBN
9780399535628
ISBN13
9780399535628

Bubble gum and Hula Hoops: The Origins of Objects in our Everyday Lives

Harry Oliver (Author) · Perigee Books · Paperback

Bubble gum and Hula Hoops: The Origins of Objects in our Everyday Lives - Harry Oliver

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Synopsis "Bubble gum and Hula Hoops: The Origins of Objects in our Everyday Lives "

The fascinating and funny origins of everyday objects-bliss for history hounds, language lovers and trivia buffs. In this delightful volume, Harry Oliver reveals the most unusual and unexpected stories behind the household necessities, toys, common objects, technological advances, and everyday items we all take for granted. Who hasn't wondered: ?Whether Thomas Crapper really invented the toilet ?What accident led to the invention of the microwave ?Why it took nearly twenty years for someone to finally decide to slice bread ?How laziness resulted in the invention of the dishwasher ?Which discovery made the milkshake possible ?Which king's fancy for his mistress inspired the first elevator

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