Extraordinary Stories Behind the Invention of Ordinary Things

Don L. Wulffson. Avon Books, $3.5 (0pp) ISBN 978-0-380-71294-6

PW praised the ``entertaining and informative'' anecdotes and ``zesty'' illustrations in this collection that details the origins of such items as chewing gum, zippers and playing cards. Ages 8-12. (Jan.)

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