The origin of everyday things
by Johnny Acton
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Describes the origin of more than 400 garments, machines, foods, sports, places, phenomenon and other everyday things that most people take for granted. Arranged alphabetically.
Encyclopedias and dictionariesHandbooks, vade-mecumsMaterial cultureModern CivilizationManners and customsMiscellaneaPopular cultureCuriosities and wonders