The Perfection of the Paper Clip: Curious Tales of Invention, Accidental Genius, and Stationery Obsession
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| Rating | : | 4.62 (735 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1476799865 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 304 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-10-18 |
| Language | : | English |
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"A hugely entertaining experience for the reader… this engaging book is an absolute must." (Booklist)
Kate said Pencil geeks wanted.. If you are one of us who finds the evolution of the pencil sharpener fascinating, then this is the book for you. We're an odd bunch, but I found his historical stories fascinating. His punny humor wore thin occasionally, but his stories made it worth ignoring.. S.D. said A Must Read for the Office Supply Geek. James Ward takes you on a journey into the history of office supplies. If you have a little OCD when it comes to your office supplies, or if you window shop at a Staples or Office Depot than this book will keep you turning page after page. As someone who loves the experience of using office supplies, and loves history, this book was great. The only strike against this book is that it is written primarily fo. Two marvelous accounts of an essential piece of technology Robert C Ross Marvelous history. Much more than just paper clips, although that history is fascinating, quirky and fun. James Ward loves office supplies beyond reason — and he's written about the history of everything from the pencil to the glue stick.It seems to be a life affirming quest for Ward: "There is this sort of nostalgic element where it reminds you of going to school, and times when your life seems a lot
James Ward is the cofounder of the Stationery Club and the Boring Conference, featured in TheWall Street Journal and TheObserver (London). He lives in London, and The Perfection of the Paper Clip is his first book. His blog I Like Boring Things, has been featured in TheIndependent and on the BBC websit
In the spirit of The Evolution of Useful Things and A History of the World in 100 Objects, Ward transforms the mundane into stories of invention, discovery, and even awe. The Perfection of the Paper Clip is a fascinating tour of the objects that touch our daily lives, filled with charming drawings, illuminating stories, and winning humor that will satisfy curious minds and armchair inventors.. This wonderfully quirky book will change the way you look at your desk forever with stories of accidental genius, bitter rivalries, and an appreciation for everyday objects, like the humble but perfectly designed paper clip and the utilitarian, irreplaceable penci