A Brief History of Stuff

The Extraordinary Stories of Ordinary Objects

Nihal Arthanayake
9780241594902
Hardback

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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.

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Weight 1030 g
Dimensions 26.2 × 20.5 cm
Author
Format Hardback
Language English
Publisher
Year of publication 2024
Pages 240
ISBN 9780241594902

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