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# The Evolution of Useful Things: How Everyday Artifacts-From Forks and Pins to Paper Clips and Zippers-Came to Be as They Are.

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## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #332,480 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #22 in Industrial Product Design #40 in Americana Antiques & Collectibles #109 in Scientific Experiments & Projects |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (183) |
| Dimensions  | 5.2 x 0.63 x 7.9 inches |
| Edition  | Reprint |
| ISBN-10  | 0679740392 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0679740391 |
| Item Weight  | 9.6 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 304 pages |
| Publication date  | February 1, 1994 |
| Publisher  | Vintage |

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