The book of firsts
By: compiled by Ian Harrison
Publisher: Cassell Illustrated
Published: 2003
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 288
ISBN-13: 9781844030279; 9781844032013
Subjects: Curiosities and wonders
Description: The stories behind the outstanding breakthroughs of the modern world.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 287) and indexes.
Table of contents: title: Human endeavour; title: Food & drink; title: Trade & technology; title: Lifestyle & leisure; title: Transport; title: Arts & entertainment; title: Medical achievement; title: Government, law & order; title: Communication; title: Sporting milestones.