The Perfection Of The Paper Clip

Author : James Ward
Publisher : Atria Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781476799872

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The Perfection of the Paper Clip by James Ward Pdf

Change the way you look at office supplies forever with this wonderfully enlightening and quirky exploration of the fascinating backstories of everyday objects, such as the humble and perfectly designed paper clip and the utilitarian, irreplaceable pencil. How many of humanity’s brightest ideas started out on a scrap of paper or in the margins of a notebook? In a delightfully witty and fresh voice, James Ward—cofounder of the Boring Conference and collector of the arcane—explores the secret histories of deskbound supplies, from pencils to fluorescent ink, and the gleaming reams of white paper we all take for granted, encouraging a deeper appreciation and fascination for the things that surround us each day. In the spirit of The Evolution of Useful Things and A History of the World in 100 Objects, Ward transforms the mundane into remarkable stories of invention, discovery, and even awe. The Perfection of the Paper Clip is “a hugely entertaining experience for the reader…this engaging book is an absolute must” (Booklist).

Author : Rosanne Welch,Peg A. Lamphier
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 1155 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2019-02-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781610690942

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Technical Innovation in American History [3 volumes] by Rosanne Welch,Peg A. Lamphier Pdf

From the invention of eyeglasses to the Internet, this three-volume set examines the pivotal effects of inventions on society, providing a fascinating history of technology and innovations in the United States from the earliest European colonization to the present. Technical Innovation in American History surveys the history of technology, documenting the chronological and thematic connections between specific inventions, technological systems, individuals, and events that have contributed to the history of science and technology in the United States. Covering eras from colonial times to the present day in three chronological volumes, the entries include innovations in fields such as architecture, civil engineering, transportation, energy, mining and oil industries, chemical industries, electronics, computer and information technology, communications (television, radio, and print), agriculture and food technology, and military technology. The A–Z entries address key individuals, events, organizations, and legislation related to themes such as industry, consumer and medical technology, military technology, computer technology, and space science, among others, enabling readers to understand how specific inventions, technological systems, individuals, and events influenced the history, cultural development, and even self-identity of the United States and its people. The information also spotlights how American culture, the U.S. government, and American society have specifically influenced technological development.

Author : Ronald D. Slusky
Publisher : American Bar Association
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Law
ISBN : 1590318188

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Invention Analysis and Claiming by Ronald D. Slusky Pdf

Invention Analysis and Claiming presents a comprehensive approach to analyzing inventions and capturing them in a sophisticated set of patent claims. A central theme is the importance of using the problem-solution paradigm to identify the "inventive concept" before the claim-drafting begins. The book's teachings are grounded in "old school" principles of patent practice that, before now, have been learned only on the job from supervisors and mentors.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1464 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1889
Category : Stationery trade
ISBN : NYPL:33433090917307

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The American Stationer by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2144 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1897
Category : American literature
ISBN : HARVARD:32044052986478

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Bookseller, Newsdealer and Stationer by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1906
Category : Business
ISBN : RUTGERS:39030036933606

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System by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1870 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1953
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : UOM:39015019913907

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American Aviation by Anonim Pdf

Issues for include Annual air transport progress issue.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Business
ISBN : CORNELL:31924066844162

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Across the Board by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1394 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1921
Category : Stationery
ISBN : NYPL:33433111689448

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Walden's Stationer and Printer by Anonim Pdf

Author : John Robert Greene
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015047431344

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The Presidency of George Bush by John Robert Greene Pdf

This comprehensive history of George Bush's administration paints a striking portrait of a "positive moderate" whose accomplishments have often been underrated. 14 photos.

Author : Annette Tapert
Publisher : Crown
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2012-11-21
Category : History
ISBN : 9780307818775

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Lines of Battle by Annette Tapert Pdf

Arranged in chronological order, this collection of some 100 letters from soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines offers a very personal view of World War II and a sense of immediacy that is remarkable. The correspondence ranges from a GI's final message, written from Bataan, to a private's advice to his unexpectedly drafted father; from a general's letter of condolence to journalist Ernie Pyle's widow to a marine's revelation to his mother that he lost a leg in battle; from an airman's description of the mercy-killing of a comrade trapped in a burning plane to a soldier's reaction to the news of the A-bombings. Several letters are by well-known figures (William Halsey, George Patton, John Kennedy, among them), but these obviously were included for the eloquence of emotion expressed rather than because of the writer's renown.

Author : Henry Petroski
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1996-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015036058835

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Invention by Design by Henry Petroski Pdf

Henry Petroski’s previous bestsellers have delighted readers with intriguing stories about the engineering marvels around us, from the lowly pencil to the soaring suspension bridge. In this book, Petroski delves deeper into the mystery of invention, to explore what everyday artifacts and sophisticated networks can reveal about the way engineers solve problems. Engineering entails more than knowing the way things work. What do economics and ecology, aesthetics and ethics, have to do with the shape of a paper clip, the tab of a beverage can, the cabin design of a turbojet, or the course of a river? How do the idiosyncrasies of individual engineers, companies, and communities leave their mark on projects from Velcro® to fax machines to waterworks? Invention by Design offers an insider’s look at these political and cultural dimensions of design and development, production and construction. Readers unfamiliar with engineering will find Petroski’s enthusiasm contagious, whether the topic is the genesis of the Ziploc® baggie or the averted collapse of Manhattan’s sleekest skyscraper. And those who inhabit the world of engineering will discover insights to challenge their customary perspective, whether their work involves failure analysis, systems design, or public relations. Written with the flair that readers have come to expect from his books, Invention by Design reaffirms Petroski as the master explicator of the principles and processes that turn thoughts into the many things that define our made world.

Author : Tom Rachman
Publisher : Anchor Canada
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2011-01-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780385671040

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The Imperfectionists by Tom Rachman Pdf

Set against the gorgeous backdrop of Rome, Tom Rachman's wry, vibrant debut follows the topsy-turvy private lives of the reporters, editors, and executives of an international English language newspaper as they struggle to keep it - and themselves - afloat. Fifty years and many changes have ensued since the paper was founded by an enigmatic millionaire, and now, amid the stained carpeting and dingy office furniture, the staff's personal dramas seem far more important than the daily headlines. Kathleen, the imperious editor in chief, is smarting from a betrayal in her open marriage; Arthur, the lazy obituary writer, is transformed by a personal tragedy; Abby, the embattled financial officer, discovers that her job cuts and her love life are intertwined in a most unexpected way. Out in the field, a veteran Paris freelancer goes to desperate lengths for his next byline, while the new Cairo stringer is mercilessly manipulated by an outrageous war correspondent with an outsize ego. And in the shadows is the isolated young publisher who pays more attention to his prized basset hound, Schopenhauer, than to the fate of his family's quirky newspaper. As the era of print news gives way to the Internet age and this imperfect crew stumbles toward an uncertain future, the paper's rich history is revealed, including the surprising truth about its founder's intentions. Spirited, moving, and highly original, The Imperfectionists will establish Tom Rachman as one of our most perceptive, assured literary talents.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1880
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BSB:BSB11550060

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Journal of Anatomy and Physiology by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 664 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1881
Category : Anatomy
ISBN : OXFORD:555017546

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The Journal of Anatomy and Physiology by Anonim Pdf