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Accidental Discoveries That Changed the World: How Chance, Curiosity, and Mistakes Sparked the Breakthroughs That Shaped Our Modern World (Discoveries That Changed the World, Book 1)
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Prof. (Dr.) Shailesh N. Shah
Summary
History's greatest breakthroughs weren't planned-they happened by accident.
Discover 12 incredible stories of serendipity that changed the world: coal-tar waste becomes life-saving quinine, a chef's angry revenge creates potato chips, mold contamination leads to penicillin, and a frozen gas cylinder invents Teflon.
From 1820 to 1938, explore how curiosity turned mistakes into miracles across chemistry, medicine, food, and industry. Perfect for science lovers, history buffs, and anyone inspired by the power of unexpected discovery.
Written by Prof. Dr. Shailesh N. Shah, chemist and researcher with 40+ years advancing scientific innovation.
©2025, 2026 Prof. Dr. Shailesh N. Shah (P)2026 Prof. Dr. Shailesh N. Shah
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