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The perfect desk reference for trivia fans and anyone interested in the history of technology. Bill Yenne is extremely thorough and explains clearly the historical context as well as the inventions' specific relevance in their time of creation. Both relevant and intriguing,... Read Full Overview

Fascinating stories behind 100 of the most important inventions in history, for kids 8 and up

This fast-paced journey through the most vital developments and inventions of all time features:

To date, scholars in higher education have examined the ways in which students' experiences in the classroom and the human capital they attain impact social class inequalities. In this book, Jenny Stuber argues that the experiential core of college life-the social and extra-curricular... Read Full Overview