Extraordinary Origins of Everyday Things
Charles Panati
463 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 0060964197
ISBN13:
Language: English
Publish: 624610800000
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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, Barbie Dolls to honeymoons.