Story of Inventions - Narrative Non Fiction

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Story of Inventions

Story of Inventions - Narrative Non Fiction

4.30 (212 Ratings by Goodreads)
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Published: 1 December, 2012

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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.

Chapters in this book include:
- Land transport
- Air travel
- Food
- Household inventions
- Communication
- Clothing
- Medicine
- Writing
- More inventions

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More Details

Type Book
ISBN13 9781409555551
ISBN10 1409555550
Number Of Pages 96
Item Weight 310 g
Product Dimensions 167 x 231 x 8 mm
Publisher / Reseller Usborne Publishing Ltd
Format paperback
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