The Evolution of Useful Things: How Everyday Artifacts-From Forks and Pins to Paper Clips and Zippers-Came to be as They are
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History / Arts & Photography / Design & Decorative Arts / Graphic Design / Professional & Technical / Engineering
- Author: Henry Petroski
- Edition: Paperback
- Release: 1994-02-01
- Format: Paperback (304 pages)
- ISBN 10: 0679740392
- ISBN 13: 9780679740391
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Book Description: Petroski tells fascinating stories about the arduous processes that resulted in paper clips, Post-its, Phillips-head screwdrivers, Scotch tape, and fast-food "clamshell" containers. "Petroski . . . an examines the simplest . . . tools in our lives with an appraising eye."--Washington Post Book World. 45 illus.
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