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The Pinball Effect
How Renaissance Water Gardens Made Carburetor Possible - And Other Journeys
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Exploring the unexpected consequences of knowledge, this book intertwines historical events and discoveries, revealing how seemingly minor occurrences can lead to significant advancements. James Burke, drawing from extensive research, presents a narrative filled with intrigue, akin to a detective story, highlighting the interconnectedness of ideas and innovations. Designed for interactive reading, it features cross-chapter references that mimic hypertext, allowing readers to navigate the text dynamically. The journey uncovers the profound implications of how ideas converge and evolve over time.
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The Pinball Effect, James Burke, Bill Burke
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- 1997
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- Title
- The Pinball Effect
- Subtitle
- How Renaissance Water Gardens Made Carburetor Possible - And Other Journeys
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James Burke, Bill Burke
- Publisher
- Little Brown
- Publisher
- 1997
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 340
- ISBN13
- 9780316116107
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Exploring the unexpected consequences of knowledge, this book intertwines historical events and discoveries, revealing how seemingly minor occurrences can lead to significant advancements. James Burke, drawing from extensive research, presents a narrative filled with intrigue, akin to a detective story, highlighting the interconnectedness of ideas and innovations. Designed for interactive reading, it features cross-chapter references that mimic hypertext, allowing readers to navigate the text dynamically. The journey uncovers the profound implications of how ideas converge and evolve over time.