The New Science of Strong Materials
Or Why You Don't Fall through the Floor
by J.E. Gordon
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Recommended by 2 sources and appears in Materials Science and Most Recommended Books.
"A recapitulation of the history of materials told in an interesting and approachable way." - Bill Gates
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Recommended by 2 sources and appears in Materials Science and Most Recommended Books.
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