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Story of Inventions
Paperback
Series: Narrative Non Fiction
General Juvenile NonfictionScience & Nature
Publisher Price: $12.99
ISBN13: 9781835409862
Publisher: Usborne Books
Published: Sep 3 2024
Pages: 96
Weight: 0.65
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.30 Depth: 8.70
Language: English
Reveals the real-life stories behind dozens of brilliant ideas, from the invention of the wheel, to the hi-tech gadgets of today.
A fascinating book that 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.
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