Author : Johnny Acton
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 12,45 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781402743023
Describes the origins of over 400 everyday items, arranged in alphabetical order.
Author : Ruth Binney
Publisher : Reader's Digest Association
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 27,64 MB
Release : 1999
Category : History
ISBN :
"The Origins of Everyday Things" traces the evolution of customs, manners, and commonplace objects through the twists and turns of time to uncover their history-making roots.
Author : Daniel Roche
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 29,31 MB
Release : 2000-03-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780521633598
Things which we regard as the everyday objects of consumption (and hence re-purchase), and essential to any decent, civilised lifestyle, have not always been so: in former times, everyday objects would have passed from one generation to another, without anyone dreaming of acquiring new ones. How, therefore, have people in the modern world become 'prisoners of objects', as Rousseau put it? The celebrated French cultural historian Daniel Roche answers this fundamental question using insights from economics, politics, demography and geography, as well as his own extensive historical knowledge. Professor Roche places familiar objects and commodities - houses, clothes, water - in their wider historical and anthropological contexts, and explores the origins of some of the daily furnishings of modern life. A History of Everyday Things is a pioneering essay that sheds light on the origins of the consumer society and its social and political repercussions, and thereby the birth of the modern world.
Author : Joel Levy
Publisher : Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Books
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 42,29 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Art
ISBN :
The stories behind the invention and development of everyday objects in home and offices.
Author : Charles Panati
Publisher : Chartwell Books
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 27,64 MB
Release : 2016-08-15
Category : History
ISBN : 0785834370
Relates facts and information about a host of ordinary things ranging from safety pins to negligees.
Author : Charles Panati
Publisher :
Page : 478 pages
File Size : 35,77 MB
Release : 1989
Category : Curiosities and wonders
ISBN : 9781567316179
Author : Charles Panati
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 609 pages
File Size : 30,58 MB
Release : 1996-12-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1101656077
In this enlightening and entertaining work, Charles Panati explores the origins of hundreds of religious rituals, customs, and practices in many faiths, the reasons for religious holidays and sacred symbols, and the meanings of vestments, sacraments, devotions, and prayers. Its many revelations include: * Why the Star of David became the Jewish counterpart of the Christian cross * What mortal remains of the Buddha are venerated today * How the diamond engagement ring became a standard * That the first pope was a happily married man * How Hindu thinkers arrived at their concept of reincarnation * Why Jews don't eat pork, why some Muslims don't eat certain vegetables, and how some Christians came to observe meatless Fridays Sacred Origins of Profound Things is an indispensable resource for all those interested in the history of religion and the history of ideas--and an inspiring guide to those seeking to understand their faith.
Author : Wilson Casey
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 45,8 MB
Release : 2009-10-06
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1101159464
For anyone who ever wanted to know the history of the chocolate chip cookie, earmuffs, and Daylight Savings! Firsts, history through the milestones of human achievement, are fun. And Wilson Casey, trivia expert, has collected over 500 firsts in nearly every major category of culture: from fashion to food, politics to science, entertainment to art to architecture. Each 'first' is a full explanation of the topic at hand, written in a humorous yet authoritative style. It includes: ?The true history of the golf tee ?How a blind man came up with cruise control ?The myth behind the origins of the Caesar salad ?Why and how the first dieter dieted
Author : Harry Oliver
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 21,94 MB
Release : 2010-01-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1101171243
The fascinating and funny origins of everyday objects-bliss for history hounds, language lovers and trivia buffs. In this delightful volume, Harry Oliver reveals the most unusual and unexpected stories behind the household necessities, toys, common objects, technological advances, and everyday items we all take for granted. Who hasn't wondered: ?Whether Thomas Crapper really invented the toilet ?What accident led to the invention of the microwave ?Why it took nearly twenty years for someone to finally decide to slice bread ?How laziness resulted in the invention of the dishwasher ?Which discovery made the milkshake possible ?Which king's fancy for his mistress inspired the first elevator
Author : Emily Prokop
Publisher : Mango Media Inc.
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 42,97 MB
Release : 2018-10-15
Category : Reference
ISBN : 163353829X
Surprising history of ordinary things Learn the fascinating history and trivia you never knew about things we use daily from the host of The Story Behind podcast. Everyday objects and major events in history: Every single thing that surrounds us has a story behind it. Many of us learn the history of humans and the major inventions that shaped our world. But what you may not have learned is the history of objects we surround ourselves with every day. You might not even know how the major events in history (World Wars, ancient civilizations, revolutions, etc.) influenced the inventions of things we use today. The history and science behind the ordinary: From the creator of The Story Behind podcast comes this revelatory new book. The Story Behind will give insight into everyday objects we don’t think much about when we use them. Topics covered in the podcast will be examined in more detail along with many new fascinating topics. Learn how lollipops got started in Ancient Egypt, how podcasts were invented, and why Comic Sans was created. Learn the torture device origins of certain exercise equipment and the espionage beginnings of certain musical instruments. Ordinary things from science to art, food to sports, customs to fashion, and more are explored. Readers will: • Understand the wonders behind everyday objects • Learn truly obscure history and fun facts that will change the way they see the world • Learn how major historic events still affect us today through seemingly mundane things • Become formidable trivia masters
