Mistakes That Worked by Charlotte Jones
40 Familiar Inventions & How They Came to Be
"Mistakes That Worked" is a delightful exploration of 40 familiar inventions that were created by accident. The book delves into the unexpected and often humorous origins of items such as potato chips, Post-it Notes, and X-rays, revealing how each of these innovations emerged from mistakes or serendipitous events. Aimed at a younger audience, it combines engaging illustrations with informative text to explain how many of the products we take for granted today were the result of chance, highlighting the importance of creativity and open-mindedness in the process of invention and discovery.
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- Published
- 1991
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 160
- Original Language
- English
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- 100 All-Time Greatest Popular Science Books (Open Education Database)