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by Jones, Charlotte Foltz.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: O'Brien, John,--1953---ill. Published by : Doubleday, (New York :) Physical details: 78 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm. Subject(s): Inventions. Year : 1991 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Kensington Intermediate Senior High World History 609 JON Available

"A Doubleday Book for Young Readers."

Includes bibliographical references (p. 76-78) and index.

Presents the stories behind forty things that were invented or named by accident, including aspirin, X-rays, frisbees, silly putty, and velcro.