About this title: Profiling 50 of the world's most popular playthings - including their history, trivia, and the technology involved - this guide uncovers the hidden science of toys. Discover how an Etch A Sketch writes on its grey screen, why a boomerang returns after it is thrown, and how an RC car responds to a remote control device. Leaving no detail unrevealed, the guide includes original patent-application blueprints and photos of the 'guts' of several devices. Inventors and museum curators also offer their observations of favourite gizmos while dispelling (or confirming) several toy legends. Complete ...
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9781556527456ISBN:1556527454
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9781556527456ISBN:1556527454
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Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Chicago Review Pr
Date Published: 2008-05-01
ISBN-13:9781556527456ISBN:1556527454
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: CHICAGO REVIEW PRESS Country = UNITED STATES
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9781556527456ISBN:1556527454
Description: BRAND NEW PAPERBACK. 178 pages. Profiles 50 of the world's most popular playthings-including their history, trivia, and the technology involved-and uncovers the hidden science of toys. this book helps you discover how an etch a sketch writes on its grey screen, why a boomerang returns after it is thrown, and, how an rc car responds to a remote control device. b/w photos & illus (Paperback) read more
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Description: Good. Minimal damage to cover and binding. Pages show light use. With pride from Motor City. All books guaranteed. Best Service, Best Prices. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: CHICAGO REVIEW PR
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9781556527456ISBN:1556527454
Description: New. A Selection of the Scientific American Book ClubProfiling 50 of the world's most popular playthings--including their history, trivia, and the technology involved--this guide uncovers the hidden science of toys. Discover how an Etch A Sketch writes on... read more
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9781556527456ISBN:1556527454
Description: New. No dust jacket as issued. Brand new book in perfect condition. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 160 p. Audience: General/trade. read more
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