Ancient Inventions
James, Peter; Thorpe, Nick
ISBN 10: 0345401026 ISBN 13: 9780345401021
Published by Ballantine Books, 1995
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The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing. Seller Inventory # BSM.101MN
Synopsis:
A compendium of odd facts and entertaining curiosities featuring more than three hundred illustrations reveals the ancient origins of many of humankind's most important inventions, from the chewing gum of the Aztecs to Stone Age brain surgery. Reprint.
Synopsis: A guide to ancient accomplishments and inventions unearths the origins of modern creations, including computers in ancient Greece, plastic surgery in India in the first century B.C., and a postal service in medieval Baghdad.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Ancient Inventions
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Publication Date: 1995
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: good