Bubble Gum and Hula Hoops

The Origins of Objects in Our Everyday Lives

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Reference, Almanacs & Trivia, Trivia, Science & Nature, Technology, Engineering
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Author: Harry Oliver ISBN: 9781101171240
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group Publication: January 5, 2010
Imprint: TarcherPerigee Language: English
Author: Harry Oliver
ISBN: 9781101171240
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Publication: January 5, 2010
Imprint: TarcherPerigee
Language: English

The fascinating and funny origins of everyday objects-bliss for history hounds, language lovers and trivia buffs.

In this delightful volume, Harry Oliver reveals the most unusual and unexpected stories behind the household necessities, toys, common objects, technological advances, and everyday items we all take for granted. Who hasn't wondered:

?Whether Thomas Crapper really invented the toilet

?What accident led to the invention of the microwave

?Why it took nearly twenty years for someone to finally decide to slice bread

?How laziness resulted in the invention of the dishwasher

?Which discovery made the milkshake possible

?Which king's fancy for his mistress inspired the first elevator

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The fascinating and funny origins of everyday objects-bliss for history hounds, language lovers and trivia buffs.

In this delightful volume, Harry Oliver reveals the most unusual and unexpected stories behind the household necessities, toys, common objects, technological advances, and everyday items we all take for granted. Who hasn't wondered:

?Whether Thomas Crapper really invented the toilet

?What accident led to the invention of the microwave

?Why it took nearly twenty years for someone to finally decide to slice bread

?How laziness resulted in the invention of the dishwasher

?Which discovery made the milkshake possible

?Which king's fancy for his mistress inspired the first elevator

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