The Book of Firsts: The Fascinating Stories Behind the World's Greatest Achievements, Discoveries, and Breakthroughs - Hardcover
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An illustrated guide to key first-time moments in history is organized by subject and shares the stories behind each event, from the first organ transplant and calculator to the first bikini and Web site. 10,000 first printing.
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Ian Harrison has written and researched a number of books including Over London and the getmapping.com range of titles. He also researched Edward Wessex's Crown and Country TV series, and co-wrote the accompanying book.
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Reader's Digest Association, Incorporated, The, 2003
ISBN 10: 0762104740
ISBN 13: 9780762104741
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