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434 pages • first pub 1992 (editions)
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Henry Petroski traces the origins of the pencil back to ancient Greece and Rome, writes factually and charmingly about its development over the centuries and around the world, and shows what the pencil can teach us about engineering and technology...
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434 pages • first pub 1992 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
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Language: English
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Henry Petroski traces the origins of the pencil back to ancient Greece and Rome, writes factually and charmingly about its development over the centuries and around the world, and shows what the pencil can teach us about engineering and technology...
Community Reviews Summary of 38 reviews
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funny 50%
inspiring 50%
reflective 50%
Pace
fast 50%
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