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Wonderland

How Play Made the Modern World

Steven Johnson

"Wonderland" by Steven Johnson explores the role of popular entertainment in driving world-changing innovations. This illustrated history takes a long-term approach, showing how the pursuit of novelty and wonder has spurred technological advancements throughout history. Johnson introduces readers to the colorful innovators of leisure, from showmen to artists, who changed the trajectory of history with their luxurious wares, gambling tables, and magic shows. This delightful read argues that the future lies wherever people are having the most fun.
Publish Date
2017-11-14T00:00:00.000Z
2017-11-14T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 2016
Goodreads Rating
3.85
ISBN
9780399184499
Recommendations
1
Recommendations
2017-06-06T20:08:15.000Z
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