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The Big Ideas That Changed the World

by DK
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Discover the big ideas that changed our world, in e-book format
From matches to mobiles, antibiotics and the flexible drinking straw - some inventions don't just change the way we do things but change the world. Marvel at some of the world's most amazing discoveries that have made a sensation, from the first wheel to satellite navigation. Kids will love the incredible facts and info, such as why the tin can was invented 60 years before the can opener?
Read on in wonder at the stories behind each ground-breaking discovery - the people, ideas and knock-on effects. Some of the biggest ideas covered include the Model T Ford, Edison's lightbulb, Catseyes and the first Apple.

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Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

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  • ISBN: 9781405360142
  • Release date: January 28, 2011

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  • ISBN: 9781405360142
  • File size: 60464 KB
  • Release date: January 28, 2011

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subjects

Technology Engineering Nonfiction

Languages

English

Discover the big ideas that changed our world, in e-book format
From matches to mobiles, antibiotics and the flexible drinking straw - some inventions don't just change the way we do things but change the world. Marvel at some of the world's most amazing discoveries that have made a sensation, from the first wheel to satellite navigation. Kids will love the incredible facts and info, such as why the tin can was invented 60 years before the can opener?
Read on in wonder at the stories behind each ground-breaking discovery - the people, ideas and knock-on effects. Some of the biggest ideas covered include the Model T Ford, Edison's lightbulb, Catseyes and the first Apple.

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Technology Engineering Nonfiction
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