ISBN: 9780062954763 - a walk around the block: stoplight secrets, mischievous squirrels, manhole mysteries & other stuff you see every day (and know nothing about) – a guide to urban life (15 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. ?Carlsen sees a world of wonder hiding in plain sight and may just change how you look at the world around you.? - TODAY ShowA simple walk around the block set journalist Spike Carlsen, bestselling author of A Splintered History of Wood, off to investigate everything he could about everything we take for granted in our normal life?from manhole covers and recycling bins to bike lanes and stoplights.In this celebration of the seemingly mundane, Carlsen opens our eyes to the engineering marvels, human stories, and natural wonders right outside our front door. He guides us through the surprising allure of sewers, the intricacies of power plants, the extraordinary path of an everyday letter, and the genius of recycling centers?all the while revealing that this awesome world isn?t just a spectator sport.Engaging as it is endearing, A Walk Around the Block will change the way you see things in your everyday life. Join Carlsen as he strolls through the trash museum of New York City, explores the quirky world of squirrels, pigeons, and roadkill, and shows us how understanding stoplights, bike lanes, and fine art of walking can add years to our lives. In the end, he brings a sense of wonder into your average walk around the block, wherever you are. Guaranteed.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. ?Carlsen sees a world of wonder hiding in plain sight and may just change how you look at the world around you.? - TODAY ShowA simple walk around the block set journalist Spike Carlsen, bestselling author of A Splintered History of Wood, off to investigate everything he could about everything we take for granted in our normal life?from manhole covers and recycling bins to bike lanes and stoplights.In this celebration of the seemingly mundane, Carlsen opens our eyes to the engineering marvels, human stories, and natural wonders right outside our front door. He guides us through the surprising allure of sewers, the intricacies of power plants, the extraordinary path of an everyday letter, and the genius of recycling centers?all the while revealing that this awesome world isn?t just a spectator sport.Engaging as it is endearing, A Walk Around the Block will change the way you see things in your everyday life. Join Carlsen as he strolls through the trash museum of New York City, explores the quirky world of squirrels, pigeons, and roadkill, and shows us how understanding stoplights, bike lanes, and fine art of walking can add years to our lives. In the end, he brings a sense of wonder into your average walk around the block, wherever you are. Guaranteed.…

Zustand: Fine. Used book that is in almost brand-new condition. May contain a remainder mark. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Zustand: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Zustand: New. 2021. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Zustand: New. In English.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. reprint edition. 328 pages. 8.00x5.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - "Carlsen sees a world of wonder hiding in plain sight and may just change how you look at the world around you." -TODAY ShowA simple walk around the block set journalist Spike Carlsen,bestselling author of A Splintered History of Wood, off to investigateeverything he could about everythingwe take for granted in our normal lifefrom manhole covers and recycling binsto bike lanes and stoplights.In this celebration of the seemingly mundane, Carlsen opensour eyes to the engineering marvels, human stories, and natural wonders rightoutside our front door. He guides us through the surprising allure of sewers,the intricacies of power plants, the extraordinary path of an everyday letter,and the genius of recycling centersall the while revealing that this awesomeworld isn't just a spectator sport.Engaging as it is endearing, A Walk Around the Block willchange the way you see things in your everyday life. Join Carlsen as he strollsthrough the trash museum of New York City, explores the quirky world ofsquirrels, pigeons, and roadkill, and shows us how understanding stoplights,bike lanes, and fine art of walking can add years to our lives. In the end, hebrings a sense of wonder into your average walk around the block, wherever youare. Guaranteed.…