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Stuff Matters: The Strange Stories Of The Marvellous Materials That Shape Our Man-Made World
Stuff Matters: The Strange Stories Of The Marvellous Materials That Shape Our Man-Made World
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From the everyday objects in our homes to the most extraordinary new materials that will shape our future, Stuff Matters reveals the miracles of craft, design, engineering and ingenuity that surround us every day.
From the tea cup to the jet engine, the silicon chip to the paper clip, from the ancient technologies of fabrics and ceramic to today's self-healing metals and bionic implants, this is a book to inspire amazement and delight at mankind's material creativity.
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One Line Summary
Explores surprising stories behind everyday and innovative materials.
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Who is this book for?
If you enjoy discovering how everyday objects and groundbreaking materials come to life, you'll find Stuff Matters fascinating. This book turns ordinary things into extraordinary stories, revealing the ingenious science and craft behind them. It's perfect for curious minds eager to see the marvels hidden in plain sight.