The Evolution of Useful Things
Douban
ISBN: 9780679740391
author:
Henry Petroski
publishing house:
Vintage
publication date: 1994
-2
price: CNY 129.00
number of pages: 288
How Everyday Artifacts-From Forks and Pins to Paper Clips and Zippers-Came to be as They are
Henry Petroski
Overview
Petroski tells fascinating stories about the arduous processes that resulted in paper clips, Post-its, Phillips-head screwdrivers, Scotch tape, and fast-food "clamshell" containers. "Petroski . . . an examines the simplest . . . tools in our lives with an appraising eye."--Washington Post Book World. 45 illus.
