Hew, Screw, and Glue How Stuff Is Made

ISBN13:
9780810982598
ISBN10:
0810982595
Format: Hardcover
Copyright: 2009-05-01
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
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Did you know: The sap from theHevea brasiliensisspecies of tree is transformed into condoms Lipstick was originally made from crushed ants and carmine beetles Some perfumes come from the anal glands of beavers Mussel shells and corn cobs were commonly used as toilet paper Fish bones were once used as toothpaste Hew, Screw & Glueinvestigates 30 common household items and explores the step-by-step production process from development to packaging to sale. Complete with whimsical illustrations, irreverent anecdotes, a brief history of the product, and lots of fun (and sometimes astonishing) facts,Hew, Screw & Glueis the perfect gift for trivia hounds and curious minds by the bestselling authors ofBad HairandBig Hair.

Author Biography

James Innes-Smith and Henrietta Webb are the authors of the bestselling Bad Hair and Big Hair. They live in London.

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