Brilliantly Overlooked: The Hidden Tech That Changed Our World

By Pierce Jumper

Discover the inventions you didn't know you couldn't live without.

Brilliantly Overlooked: The Hidden Tech That Changed Our World takes you on a journey through seven unsung innovations that quietly shaped modern life-from the rotary washing machine and the Thermos flask to fuel cells, gas turbines, and the zipper.

Each chapter brings to life the story behind a seemingly simple invention: who made it, how it works, and why it matters far more than it gets credit for. With vivid storytelling, accessible science, and historical depth, this book makes engineering and design come alive for curious minds.

Written for young adults and curious readers of all ages, this is a perfect read for:

Students who love STEM or history

Educators looking to inspire deeper thinking

Makers, tinkerers, and future inventors

Fans of How Stuff Works, Hidden Figures, or The Way Things Work

These aren't just stories about objects. They're about the quiet brilliance that powers the world-and the people behind it.

Because not all revolutions make noise.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FL137KHZ
• ISBN13: 9798296287977
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"