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Inventing the 20th century

Paperback • 2002 • English

Inventing the 20th century

By Stephen Van Dulken

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About the book

By combining a brief history of each patent (the zip fastener, the post-it note) with a copy of the patent illustration, this title reveals the ways in which many of the most basic aspects of our material existence have been revolutionized through specific objects. Imagine your average day without television, vacuum cleaners, photocopiers and personal stereos. This title offers window onto the technology of the 20th century. By combining a brief history of each patent (the zip fastener, the post...Show more

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9780712308892

Published year

2002

Language

English

Original title

Inventing the 20th century

Format

Paperback

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