The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History Behind Ordinary

The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History Behind Ordinary Objects

Learn the fascinating history and trivia behind the everyday items we take for grantedâ€”from the host of the popular podcastÂ The Story Behind.
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Many of us learn about the major inventions that shape our world. But we too often overlook the objects we use every day. In The Story Behind, Emily Prokop, creator of the Webby Award nominated podcast, explores the who, how, and huh? of everything from Band-Aids to bubble gum; hypnosis to Hula Hoops; and lullabies to lead pipes. Along the way, she demonstrates how the major events of historyâ€”from wars, plagues, and revolutions to historic achievements and discoveriesâ€”have influenced some of the worldâ€™s most pervasive inventions.
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Revealing fascinating new details on topics covered in the podcast, the book also explores many new subjects. Learn how lollipops got started in ancient Egypt, how Kevlar came to be, and why Comic Sans was created. Learn the torture device origins of certain exercise equipment and how some musical instruments were first developed for espionage.
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From food, fashion, and games to transit and modern technology, The Story Behind offers a closer look at the things closest to us.
Country USA
Manufacturer Mango Media
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2019-06-26
Format Kindle eBook

The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History Behind Ordinary Objects