Publisher's Synopsis
Did you know:
- The sap from the Hevea brasiliensis species of tree is transformed into condoms
- Lipstick was originally made from crushed ants and carmine beetles
- Some perfumes come from the anal glands of beavers
- Mussel shells and corn cobs were commonly used as toilet paper
- Fish bones were once used as toothpaste
Hew, Screw & Glue investigates 30 common household items and explores the step-by-step production process from development to packaging to sale. Complete with whimsical illustrations, irreverent anecdotes, a brief history of the product, and lots of fun (and sometimes astonishing) facts, Hew, Screw & Glue is the perfect gift for trivia hounds and curious minds by the bestselling authors of Bad Hair and Big Hair.
