David Bramwell
The Odditorium: The tricksters, eccentrics, deviants and inventors whose obsessions changed the world
- ISBN 13:
- 9781473640313
- author:
- David Bramwell
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Chambers (6 Oct. 2016)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 15.4 x 3.1 x 20.5 cm
- Genre:
- General Knowledge Humor
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Step into a world of curiosity and obsession with The Odditorium. This playful re-telling of history brings to life a cast of characters who carved their own path through life, often at great risk. From the eccentric accounts of Reginald Bray, who sent over 30,000 singular objects through the mail, to Muriel Howorth's remarkable experiment with giant peanuts and atomic energy, and Elaine Morgan's groundbreaking theory on human evolution, each story is a testament to the power of individuality. This book celebrates the human spirit in all its forms, revealing the fascinating stories behind those who refused to conform. Through their antics and adventures, The Odditorium reminds us that it's often the unconventional lives that lead to the most remarkable achievements.
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