Story of Inventions by Anna Claybourne (Paperback, 2012)

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Explains how, when and why the ingenious inventions which surround us were created, from simple spectacles to complex computers. Reveals the real-life stories behind dozens of brilliant ideas, from the invention of the wheel, to the hi-tech gadgets of today. 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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Explains how, when and why the ingenious inventions which surround us were created, from simple spectacles to complex computers. Reveals the real-life stories behind dozens of brilliant ideas, from the invention of the wheel, to the hi-tech gadgets of today. 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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PublisherUsborne Publishing LTD
ISBN-139781409555551
eBay Product ID (ePID)129302058

Product Key Features

Book TitleStory of Inventions
IllustratorAdam Larkum
AuthorAnna Claybourne
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
TopicScience
Publication Year2012
Number of Pages96 Pages

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Item Height230mm
Item Width165mm
Item Weight320g

Additional Product Features

Title_AuthorAnna Claybourne
Series TitleNarrative Non Fiction
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom

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