Henry Petroski traces the origins of the pencil back to ancient Greece and Rome, writes factually and charmingly about its development over the centuries and around the world, and shows what the pencil can teach us about engineering and technology today.
General
Imprint: |
Alfred A Knopf
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
November 1992 |
First published: |
November 1992 |
Authors: |
Henry Petroski
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Dimensions: |
234 x 135 x 24mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade
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Pages: |
448 |
Edition: |
1st pbk. ed |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-679-73415-4 |
Categories: |
Books
Promotions
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LSN: |
0-679-73415-5 |
Barcode: |
9780679734154 |
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