Description
Explore the past, present, and future of the everyday stuff in your home, from tinned food to tampons.
Learn how 30,000 bath toys and the work of amateur beachcombers have helped scientists study ocean currents. Explore how the search for a death ray led to the creation of the microwave oven and ready meals. Discover the surprising link between sticky tape and the Nobel Prize.
Uncover the extraordinary stories of ordinary objects in this perfect gift for curious minds. From the creators of the A Brief History of Stuff podcast and inspired by the incredible artefacts in the Science Museum Group Collection, this collection of entertaining essays reveals the fascinating history behind some of the most mundane items in our homes.
Book Information
ISBN 9780744081602
Author DK
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint Dorling Kindersley
Publisher DK
Weight(grams) 1038g
Learn how 30,000 bath toys and the work of amateur beachcombers have helped scientists study ocean currents. Explore how the search for a death ray led to the creation of the microwave oven and ready meals. Discover the surprising link between sticky tape and the Nobel Prize.
Uncover the extraordinary stories of ordinary objects in this perfect gift for curious minds. From the creators of the A Brief History of Stuff podcast and inspired by the incredible artefacts in the Science Museum Group Collection, this collection of entertaining essays reveals the fascinating history behind some of the most mundane items in our homes.
Book Information
ISBN 9780744081602
Author DK
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint Dorling Kindersley
Publisher DK
Weight(grams) 1038g
