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Book Synopsis: Take a lively, sweeping look at some of the most important light-bulb moments in the development of inventions. Find out how one idea often led to another, and revealed something new and exciting about our world. How ancient lighthouses led to 3D movies and 5,000 year old writing led eventually to the internet, roman watermills to flushing toilets and dug-out canoes to space exploration. Take this amazing journey and discover…why moviegoers found Cinerama so exciting they screamed…Ada Lovelace, the first computer programmer and other great female inventors…which code took 267 years to crack…fizzy drinks were sold as brain tonics…all this and so much more, packed into a trail of discovery with brilliant writing and humorous illustrations. We haven’t forgotten the daft ideas either (spectacles for horses, why not?) and wayward predictions – um, the end of the Internet was going to happen in 1996… (the guy ate his words, literally).It is all really fascinating stuff! Read more
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Discover the incredible inventions that have shaped our world from the wheel to spacecraft, and from the first written word to the Internet. Our book takes you on a lively journey through history, revealing how one brilliant idea often led to another, and how these light-bulb moments have transformed society. Dive into the fascinating stories of how ancient lighthouses paved the way for mesmerizing 3D movies, how Roman watermills turned into today's modern flushing toilets, and how simple dug-out canoes sparked the era of space exploration. Uncover the intriguing tales of Ada Lovelace, the first computer programmer, and other remarkable female inventors who have left their mark on history. Prepare to be amazed by the secrets of fizzy drinks being sold as brain tonics and the code that took an astonishing 267 years to crack. With brilliant writing and humorous illustrations, this book will take you on an unforgettable trail of discovery. Don't miss out on this captivating journey through time and innovation!
But that's not all! We've also included some whimsical and outrageous ideas (like spectacles for horses!) and some hilariously inaccurate predictions (remember when the end of the Internet was supposed to happen in 1996?). This is not just a book about the serious side of invention, it's also a celebration of the quirky and unexpected. With its rich content and engaging narrative, this book is perfect for curious minds of all ages. So, grab yourself a copy and prepare to be enthralled by the endless wonders and captivating history of human ingenuity.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the world of incredible inventions. Order your copy today and embark on an enthralling journey through time and discover the fascinating stories behind some of humanity's most remarkable breakthroughs. Get ready to be inspired, intrigued, and entertained as you explore the trailblazing innovations that have shaped our world. The possibilities are endless, and the adventure awaits! Order now!
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