Velocity. Unusual histories

Traces the history of the invention of the toilet, from the earliest attempts of ancient civilizations to the modern flush toilet design.

"Traces the history of the invention of the toilet, from the earliest attempts of ancient civilizations to the modern flush toilet design"--Provided by publisher.

Traces the history of robots, from the early designs of the mid-1900s to today's modern designs.

Describes the history and causes of war, offering little-known facts and information. Discusses weapons, strategies, espionage, and famous mistakes and triumphs. Features a map of current wars, a timeline of terroristic acts, biographical sketches of famous war heroes and villains, color illustrations, a glossary, and sources of more information.

Describes the history of sports, covering uniforms, equipment, rules, scoring, and featuring little-known facts and bizarre inside information.