Reviews for The Evolution of Useful Things
Review - Evolution of Useful Things, The
I never realized how much thought and effort went into opening pop cans.
Reviewed by Roger on 1998-09-10 12:00:00
The Evolution of Useful Thingsby Henry Petroski | |
| Category: |
"Nature/Science" |
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| Pages: | 250 |
| Year of Publication: | 1992 |
| Date Read: | 02/08/1998 |
| Notes: | How common things, from paper clips to silverware to pop cans to zippers were developed into their current form. Petroski's premise is that design changes occur as attempts to eliminate shortcomings and that all things are in process with more changes to come. |
| My Rating: | 8 |