The shortest history of innovation
Leigh, Andrew, 1972-2026
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We rarely stop to think about the fact that someone had to invent nails and wheelbarrows; alphabets and books; linear perspective and oil painting; glass windows and windscreen wipers; hypodermic syringes and zippers; tin cans and synthetic dyes. From tools and technologies to fresh approaches in art and architecture, innovation surrounds us. Leigh shows that three key elements lie behind most successful innovation - tinkering, teams and trade. He looks at why innovation flourishes more in some places and times than others. He considers the opponents of innovation and why they oppose it, and goes beyond mere technological innovation to include scientific concepts and creative breakthroughs.
Main title:
The shortest history of innovation / Andrew Leigh.
Author:
Leigh, Andrew, 1972-, author
Imprint:
Wurundjeri Country ; Collingwood, VIC : Black Inc., [2026]©2026
Collation:
250 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm
Series title:
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781760645533 (paperback)
Dewey class:
303.48409609
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
518015
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| RYDE | ADULT NON-FICTION | 303.48 LEIG | Arrival Pending (Set: 06 Mar 2026) |
| RYDE | ON ORDER | On Order (Set: 05 Feb 2026) |