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Connections
Connections
Author: James Burke
  • How did the popularity of underwear in the twelfth century lead to the invention of the printing press?
  • How did the waterwheel evolve into the computer?
  • How did the arrival of the cannon lead eventually to the development of movies?
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ISBN-13: 9780743299558
ISBN-10: 0743299558
Publication Date: 7/3/2007
Pages: 320
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  • Currently 4.2/5 Stars.
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4.2 stars, based on 3 ratings
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 3
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sharrona avatar reviewed Connections on + 207 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
One of my favorite books of all time! I've bought many copies and given them away. This is perhaps the only (or at least the first) science book that can take my breath away with the beauty of a thought, or bring tears to my eyes.
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Helpful Score: 1
Fabulous book of what inventions influenced history. Beautifully illustrated.
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