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The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Inventions: Discover the True Stories Behind the World's 64 Most Overlooked Innovations

This book reveals the fascinating, humorous, and often unbelievable origins of overlooked innovations. Discover the extraordinary true stories of inventions like the toaster, passport, toothbrush, pizza saver, sliced bread, and more. Organized chronologically from 75,000 B.C. to today, this visually stunning book is both entertaining and informative. Learn about bathing, mosquito-repellent beds, Theodore Roosevelt’s encounter with a black bear, and the possible age of selfie sticks.

(This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

  • $17.95
    • 144 pages (8 oz)
    • 6.3" x 8.3" x 0.7"
    • ISBN 9781732512641
    • Publisher: Cider Mill Press

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