Mistakes That Worked: 40 Familiar Inventions & How They Came to Be by Charlotte

Description: Mistakes That Worked by Charlotte Foltz Jones, John O'Brien Presents the stories behind forty things that were invented or named by accident, including aspirin, X-rays, frisbees, silly putty, and . FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The greatest discoveries are made outside the classroom! Learn all about mistakes that changed the world with this collection of the strange stories behind everyday inventions! Its no accident that youll love this book! SANDWICHES came about when an English earl was too busy gambling to eat his meal and needed to keep one hand free. POTATO CHIPS were first cooked by a chef who was furious when a customer complained that his fried potatoes werent thin enough. Coca-Cola, Silly Putty, and X rays have fascinating stories behind them too! Their unusual tales, and many more, along with hilarious cartoons and weird, amazing facts, make up this fun-filled book about everyday items that had surprisingly haphazard beginnings. And dont miss Eat Your Words about the fascinating language of food! "A splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining . . . a gem." —Booklist, Starred Review Author Biography CHARLOTTE FOLTZ JONES was an author of award-winning nonfiction books for children, as well as numerous magazine articles.JOHN OBRIEN is a frequent contributor to the New Yorker magazine and has illustrated many popular childrens books. Review "A splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining. Jones has great fun with facts, dredging up plenty in a lively, anecdotal account that recollects the oddball origins of a variety of foods, clothing, toys, and devices....A gem of a book."--Booklist, starred review Long Description The highly successful Practice in Physics has been completely revised and updated in this fourth edition to satisfy the latest examination specifications. The questions have been grouped into familiar topics. Summary sections of key equations and concepts to be covered are included at the start of each chapter. These are followed by a variety of progressive questions designed to lead the students from the most basic application of each new idea through to a full understanding of the concepts involved. Review Quote "Jones gathers together in a splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining. Jones has great fun with facts, dredging up plenty in a lively, anecdotal account that recollects the oddball origins of a variety of foods, clothing, toys, and devices....A gem of a book."--Booklist, starred review. Description for Library An entertaining look at successful mistakes, such as the ice cream vendor who ran out of dishes & invented the cone. Details ISBN0385320434 Author John OBrien Short Title MISTAKES THAT WORKED Pages 96 Language English Illustrator John OBrien ISBN-10 0385320434 ISBN-13 9780385320436 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 609 Illustrations Yes Year 1994 Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Residence Boulder, CO, US Imprint Delacorte Press Books for Young Readers Audience Age 8-12 DOI 10.1604/9780385320436 UK Release Date 1994-05-01 AU Release Date 1994-05-01 NZ Release Date 1994-05-01 US Release Date 1994-05-01 Publisher Random House USA Inc Publication Date 1994-05-01 Subtitle 40 Familiar Inventions & How They Came to Be Audience Childrens (6-12) We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:145115045;

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