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How to Invent Everything: A Survival Guide for the Stranded Time Traveler,Used
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How to Invent Everything is such a cool book. It's essential reading for anyone who needs to duplicate an industrial civilization quickly.' Randall Munroe, xkcd creator and New York Timesbestselling author of What If?The only book you need if you're going back in timeWhat would you do if a time machine hurled you thousands of years into the past. . . and then broke? How would you survive? Could you improve on humanity's original timeline? And how hard would it be to domesticate a giant wombat?With this book as your guide, you'll surviveand thrivein any period in Earth's history. Bestselling author and timetravel enthusiast Ryan North shows you how to invent all the modern conveniences we take for grantedfrom first principles. This illustrated manual contains all the science, engineering, art, philosophy, facts, and figures required for even the most clueless time traveler to build a civilization from the ground up. Deeply researched, irreverent, and significantly more fun than being eaten by a sabertoothed tiger, How to Invent Everything will make you smarter, more competent, and completely prepared to become the most important and influential person ever. You're about to make history. . . better.
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- Q: What is 'How to Invent Everything' about? A: 'How to Invent Everything' is a survival guide for time travelers, providing practical advice on how to build a civilization from scratch if you find yourself stranded in the past.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'How to Invent Everything' is Ryan North, known for his work as a bestselling author and a time-travel enthusiast.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: 'How to Invent Everything' contains 480 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 17, 2019.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: While 'How to Invent Everything' is generally suitable for a wide audience, it is recommended for readers who enjoy humor, science, and philosophy, making it ideal for older teens and adults.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'How to Invent Everything' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, 'How to Invent Everything' features illustrations to enhance the reader's understanding and enjoyment of the content.
- Q: What are the main themes covered in the book? A: The book covers themes such as science, engineering, art, and philosophy, providing insights on how to invent modern conveniences from first principles.
- Q: Is 'How to Invent Everything' a fictional or non-fictional book? A: 'How to Invent Everything' is a non-fiction book that combines humor and educational content intended to guide readers in a theoretical time travel scenario.
- Q: Where can I find this book for purchase? A: 'How to Invent Everything' is available for purchase at various online retailers, including bookstores and e-commerce platforms.