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Provides a survey of the scientific, economic, and cultural history of plastic
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From pink flamingos and vinyl records to kevlar vests and artificial hearts to hula hoops and credit cards, plastic has invaded every aspect of modern life. Surpassing wood, cotton, steel and glass in all categories (except possibly good taste), this nearly indestructible material is the most revolutionary substance man has ever known. Tracing the obscure origins of synthetic materials, this book presents a century's worth of inventors, speculators and designers who transformed society and brought in the plastic invasion. Included are the early celluloid pioneer John Wesley Harding who pursued a quixotic quest to create the perfect man-made billiard ball and Wallace Carothers, inventor of nylon, who commited suicide just as the sexual revolution was about to be ushered in by his creation - nylon stockings.
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Plastic This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780887308628
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Plastic: The Making of a Synthetic Century
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Condition: Very Good. Your purchase helps support Sri Lankan Children's Charity 'The Rainbow Centre'. Shows some signs of wear but in good overall condition. Our donations to The Rainbow Centre have helped provide an education and a safe haven to hundreds of children who live in appalling conditions. Seller Inventory # Z1-R-030-02480
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Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:9780887308628. Seller Inventory # 5833939
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Plastic : The Making of a Synthetic Century
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HarperCollins Publishers, 1997
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Condition: Very Good. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 1140056-6
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Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:9780887308628. Seller Inventory # 9985341
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Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:9780887308628. Seller Inventory # 9985343
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Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:9780887308628. Seller Inventory # 9985342
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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. THE ASCENDING HISTORY OF PLASTIC, FROM BAKELITE THROUGH TUPPLEWARE TO THE MANY NEW USES OF THIS MIRACULOUS SUBSTANCE. Seller Inventory # 003772
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Seller: Berliner Büchertisch eG, Berlin, Germany
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Softcover. Condition: Gut. Reprint. 368 S. !!Buch ist schief gelesen!! Gutes Exemplar, geringe Gebrauchsspuren, Cover/SU berieben/bestoßen, Schnitt/Papier nachgedunkelt, innen alles in Ordnung. A250704ah78 ISBN: 0887308627 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 318. Seller Inventory # 732503
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