1001 Inventions that Changed the Way we Live aims to give you a wide and varied offering of scientific and technological breakthroughs that have shaped and aided human development throughout history. From the first stone flints sharpened by prehistoric man to the spoke wheel and from the first steam powered machine to manual manoeuvring units for space walks, this book explores the stories behind the innovations and traces the development from concept to completion. From the big ideas to the smaller objects, discover when the first pair of scissors was used, or how the world wide web was created inventions and ideas that have become integral to modern life now. Perfect to dip into and an endless source of intriguing discoveries, 1001 Inventions that Change the Way we Live presents the history of the world through all the brilliant ideas that came to fruition. It is a fascinating and comprehensive study of human endeavour throughout the ages.
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Jack Challoner studied physics at Imperial College, London, and teacher training at Kingston-upon-Thames. He worked in the Education Unit of the Science Museum, London, where mostof his time was spent explaining science directly to visitors. Jack has written nearly 30 books onscience and technology for all ages, and has acted as consultant science editor on many others.
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Fantastic book. Read it and learn. Not just the stuff everyone knows about but the grain elevator, the disk brake, paper, ice cream machine, kaleidoscope, the steel plough - everything you use was once an invention.
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By Fred Dundee
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A mass of technical information, some you know, much that you have forgotten you knew in concice , readable doses. A book worthy of any book shelf.
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I bought this as a Christmas present for my husband who is a reference book junkie, and he found it right up his street. Very good value for money, crammed with all sorts of facts about things you might want to know more about, and, even better, things you previously had no idea might interest you.
The only snag is that visitors are definitely spending longer in our downstairs loo when they pick up the (fairly hefty) volume.
The only snag is that visitors are definitely spending longer in our downstairs loo when they pick up the (fairly hefty) volume.
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This was a present for my Dad who loves gadgets. The book was substantial in size and seemed to cover a massive range. Exactly what I was after!
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Bought for my cousin but my husband picked it up, and couldn't put it down. Full of fascinating and interesting facts about things we take for granted.A book you will constantly refer to.
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By Louise Cooke
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Only 2 quibbles about this otherwise excellent book.
1. It's written in American English: Rowboat, defense etc.
I'm sure this is becoming common practice these days in science writing, but it would have been nice to know from the product details.
2. The use of BCE and CE instead of BC and AD, without any explanation why.
1. It's written in American English: Rowboat, defense etc.
I'm sure this is becoming common practice these days in science writing, but it would have been nice to know from the product details.
2. The use of BCE and CE instead of BC and AD, without any explanation why.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Lorraine
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I purchased this book as a Christmas gift and it is absolutely fantastic. 1001 Inventions that Changed the World is a 'must have' book for every home. I'd recommend this book for all age groups.
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By Tom Jackson
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Fantastic book, great alternative to all science programs on TV, for all of those that love books and are always hungry for knowledge - a must have.
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I am not very happy as I have ordered the book on 20th November, 6 days later it is not yet despatched. It is a bit frustrating, thus I am cancelling the order.
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