Extraordinary Origins of Everyday Things
by: Charles Panati
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Product Details
Category - Non Fiction / General Nonfiction
Format - Hardcover
Condition - Good
Listed - 11 days ago
Views - 1
Wishes - 1
Ships From - Idaho
Est. Publication Date - Sep 1987
Seller Description
CONDITION this book has clean pages. Book sellers price is written on inside flyleaf. Book has a high-quality binding and good quality paper. Dust jacket shows minor wear and small tears. CONTENTS this book is an erudite look at the origin of many common customs and items. Unusual for a book of the sort, it contains references. Items are organized by topic and there is an index.
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Extraordinary Origins of Everyday Things
ISBN: 0060550988
Publisher Description
For lovers of facts, students of popular culture, history buffs, and science enthusiasts, the fascinating stories behind 500 everyday items, expressions, and customs--from Kleenex to steak sauce, Barb...
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