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The Big Ideas That Changed the World

by Shaila Brown, Camilla de la Bédoyère
The Big Ideas That Changed the World
The Big Ideas That Changed the World

Innovations shaping history through vivid storytelling.

Imagine you're curious about the milestones of human innovation, but you want a narrative that breathes life into those moments, not just dry facts. "The Big Ideas That Changed the World" does just that. It's like having a chat with a passionate historian who makes each transformative idea feel like a pivotal turning point in a grand adventure. It could make you see the world differently, appreciating the genius behind everyday things we often take for granted.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Big Ideas That Changed the World

by Shaila Brown, Camilla de la Bédoyère
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ISBN: 9781405356831
Authors: Shaila Brown, Camilla de la Bédoyère
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Date of Publication: 2010-01-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Science
Related Topics: Popular Science
Goodreads rating: 3.85
(rated by 13 readers)

Description

What do mobile phones, video games, cars, canned food, and space helmets have in common? They are hundreds of things that we take for granted every day. Stop, look, and marvel at the creations that have shaped our world. Read about the human stories behind some of the most amazing inventions...
 

Innovations shaping history through vivid storytelling.

Imagine you're curious about the milestones of human innovation, but you want a narrative that breathes life into those moments, not just dry facts. "The Big Ideas That Changed the World" does just that. It's like having a chat with a passionate historian who makes each transformative idea feel like a pivotal turning point in a grand adventure. It could make you see the world differently, appreciating the genius behind everyday things we often take for granted.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.