Turn a common egg into a silver egg, make an equilibrium still-life with kitchen utensils, or lift 20 lbs of books with your breath…
This rare midcentury book of experiments is a celebration of curiosity, inviting you to enjoy the magic (and, in this case complete randomness) of science.
Leonard de Vries was a Dutch writer who became well-known for popularising science and technology for younger audiences during the 1950s and 1960s. His accessible, humorous words are brought to life with simple but hugely characterful black and white illustrations by Joost van de Woestijne.
The Book of Experiments.
Written and illustrated by Leonard de Vries.
Illustrated by Joost van de Woestijne.
Published by J. Murray, London, in 1958.
Binding: Hardcover.
Condition: VG. Book and dust are are both in good condition. The book is clean and unmarked, with just some light age wear. The dust jacket has some rubbing to its edges and one small tear at the base of the spine, but is generally in good, bright condition.