One Good Turn

Witold Rybczynski talked about his book One Good Turn: A Natural History of the Screwdriver and the Screw, published by Scribner Books. The … read more

Witold Rybczynski talked about his book One Good Turn: A Natural History of the Screwdriver and the Screw, published by Scribner Books. The book examines the historical development and practical significance of various mechanical inventions, including the screw and screwdriver, the hammer, the lathe, and the button. After the presentation, the author answered audience questions. close

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One Good Turn

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Program ID:
159212-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Winnetka, Illinois, United States
First Aired:
Oct 01, 2000 | 9:51pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Oct 22, 2000 | 6:54am EDT | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Oct 01, 2000 | 9:51pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Oct 07, 2000 | 10:55am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Oct 22, 2000 | 6:54am EDT | C-SPAN 2
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