The Secret of Everyday Things (Yesterday's Classics) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781599152523)

Fascinating conversations with Uncle Paul reveal the mysteries behind the dyeing and weaving of cloth, the lighting and heating of homes, the processing involved in bringing oil, coffee, tea, spices, and other foodstuffs to the table, and the power of water in all its manifestations. Excellent as follow-on to The Story Book of Science. Numerous black and white illustrations complement the text. Suitable for ages 11 and up.

Author: Jean Henri Fabre
ISBN-10: 1599152525
ISBN-13: 9781599152523
Publisher: Yesterday's Classics
Language: English
Published: 09/05/2008
Pages: 404
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.90d