Perfection of the Paper Clip Curious Tales of Invention Accidental Genius & Stationery Obsession

This wonderfully quirky book will change the way you look at your desk forever with stories of accidental genius, bitter rivalries, and an appreciation for everyday objects, like the humble but perfectly designed paper clip and the utilitarian, irreplaceable pencil.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;How many of humanityand#8217;s brightest ideas started out on a scrap of paper, a Post-It, or in the margins of a notebook? In a delightfully witty and fresh voice, James Wardand#8212;cofounder of the Boring Conference and collector of the arcaneand#8212;explores the secret histories of deskbound supplies, from pencils to fluorescent ink, and the gleaming reams of white paper we all take for granted, encouraging a deeper appreciation and fascination for the things that surround us each day.andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt; In the spirit of andlt;Iandgt;The Evolution of Useful Thingsandlt;/Iandgt; and andlt;Iandgt;A History of the World in 100 Objectsandlt;/Iandgt;, Ward transforms the mundane into stories of invention, discovery, and even awe. andlt;Iandgt;The Perfection of the Paper Clipandlt;/Iandgt; is a fascinating tour of the objects that touch our daily lives, filled with charming drawings, illuminating stories, and winning humor that will satisfy curious minds and armchair inventors.

"A hugely entertaining experience for the readerand#8230; this engaging book is an absolute must."

James Ward is the cofounder of the Stationery Club and the Boring Conference, featured in andlt;Iandgt;Theandlt;/Iandgt; andlt;Iandgt;Wall Street Journalandlt;/Iandgt; andandlt;Iandgt; Theandlt;/Iandgt; andlt;Iandgt;Observer andlt;/Iandgt;(London). His blogandlt;Iandgt; I Like Boring Thingsandlt;/Iandgt;, has been featured in andlt;Iandgt;Theandlt;/Iandgt; andlt;Iandgt;Independent andlt;/Iandgt;and on the BBC website. He lives in London, and andlt;Iandgt;The Perfection of the Paper Clipandlt;/Iandgt;andnbsp;is his first book.