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Accidental Inventions that Changed Our World

50 True Stories of Mistakes that Actually Worked and Their Origins

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Accidental Inventions that Changed Our World

By: Cooper The Pooper
Narrated by: KC Wayman
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About this listen

Discover some of the world's most incredible inventions that were—surprisingly—made by accident.

Have you ever wondered how some of the most popular items that we see and use in our daily lives were made?

Would you be surprised to know that some of these inventions were made by mistake, only to become widely-used and beloved products?

When we think of accidents or mistakes, we automatically think of failure–that you need to throw everything out and start over from scratch, or maybe just give up.

Well, these inventors and creators proved that notion wrong!

In fact, they became the definition of “if you make a mistake, learn from it and adapt yourself to the new situation.”

It’s time to go on an adventure to discover the accidental origin stories behind some of the world’s most popular objects.

In this exciting discovery of accidents, you will discover:

  • Fifty of the most popular inventions out there and the true stories behind how they were accidentally created
  • A blast from the past–childhood toys that started out as serious objects before turning into the fun toys you remember so well
  • The mishap at sea that led to the creation of the hole-centered donut
  • Lifesaving medications that you might use every day that were created for totally different purposes
  • How a failed invention for a strong adhesive eventually gave rise to this popular office supply
  • Objects and appliances around your home that you wouldn’t believe were intended for other uses
  • And much more.

These stories will show you that mistakes and failures don’t have to mean the end of your dream. In fact, they could just be the beginning.

Be inspired to turn your mistakes into successes and find the potential behind every accident.

When accidents happen, get curious, not furious: Scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now.

©2022 Cooper The Pooper (P)2022 Cooper The Pooper
How Things Work Literature & Fiction Science & Technology Technology Inspiring

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I really enjoyed this audiobook, which tells the surprising stories behind everyday things and popular products, from toys to important medicines. It's great for listening with the family, making learning fun and easy for everyone. The book shows how many things we love were actually created by accident, revealing how unexpected and clever people can be. It teaches us to see mistakes as chances to be creative and come up with new ideas. I highly recommend it for its engaging way of sharing the fascinating backgrounds of the products we use every day.

Accident . . . or not?

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This book is wonderful for both children and adults. It's very unique and filled with tons of educational and interesting stories that inspire you to be creative and think differently. It also encourages readers to stay strong and positive, even when things don't go as planned. What I learned from reading this book is the importance of being flexible and looking on the bright side. Adapting to surprises and staying hopeful is key. Sometimes, even when we fail, it can lead to better things.

Very Interesting and Educational

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The entire book was me learning things I didn't realize I wanted to know. And I adored every minute of it. As a person who's always wondering how random things have come to be in this world, this book never ceased to get my brain humming. The start of every section would spark a little dopamine hit that I was going to learn more about the origin of another thing that I've come across in my life. And the author writes in such an engaging and uncomplicated way, it never loses you or bores you, only bringing more moments of "huh, I didn't know that."

A fully family friendly book that would be great on vacation road trips or simply trips to school. Easily consumable, totally enjoyable. Well done!

It was so fun!

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This audiobook was a fun listen for me! As someone who likes history, discovering the origins of everyday tools and gadgets through stories was both fun and enlightening. This book showcases how errors can lead to groundbreaking innovations. I thought this book was a good reminder that some accidents and mistakes are positive influencers in our world. Highly Recommend!

Fun, Interesting, and Engaging!

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As someone always looking for intriguing books to share with my daughter, who's fascinated by science and inventions, "The Accidental Inventors" was a delightful find. This audiobook uncovers the captivating stories behind some of the world's most beloved creations, revealing how accidents and mistakes led to groundbreaking innovations.

It was interesting to hear stories about the creation of childhood toys to household items. I love hearing about how people get inspired to create new things and it's good to share that with my daughter. Highly recommended for anyone curious about invention.

Super fun listen!

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