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    612-822-4611

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The Perfection of the Paper Clip

The Perfection of the Paper Clip

Ward, James

Paperback

General ReferenceTechnology & Engineering

ISBN10: 1476799873
ISBN13: 9781476799872
Publisher: Atria Books
Published: Apr 21 2020
Pages: 304
Weight: 0.65
Height: 1.00 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.30
Language: English
Change the way you look at office supplies forever with this wonderfully enlightening and quirky exploration of the fascinating backstories of everyday objects, such as the humble and perfectly designed paper clip and the utilitarian, irreplaceable pencil.How many of humanity's brightest ideas started out on a scrap of paper or in the margins of a notebook? In a delightfully witty and fresh voice, James Ward--cofounder of the Boring Conference and collector of the arcane--explores the secret histories of deskbound supplies, from pencils to fluorescent ink, and the gleaming reams of white paper we all take for granted, encouraging a deeper appreciation and fascination for the things that surround us each day. In the spirit of The Evolution of Useful Things and A History of the World in 100 Objects, Ward transforms the mundane into remarkable stories of invention, discovery, and even awe. The Perfection of the Paper Clip is a hugely entertaining experience for the reader...this engaging book is an absolute must (Booklist).

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