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Invention: A Life of Learning through Failure
Book • 2021
In this autobiography, James Dyson shares his remarkable story of perseverance and innovation.
The book chronicles his early inventions, such as the Ballbarrow, and his most famous creation, the bagless vacuum cleaner, which required over 5,000 prototypes.
Dyson discusses the importance of mentorship, education, and self-reliance, as well as his experiences with legal battles and financial setbacks.
The book highlights his commitment to design, innovation, and education, including his efforts in setting up a university to foster the next generation of engineers and designers.
It is a compelling tale of overcoming obstacles and the role of failure in achieving success.
The book chronicles his early inventions, such as the Ballbarrow, and his most famous creation, the bagless vacuum cleaner, which required over 5,000 prototypes.
Dyson discusses the importance of mentorship, education, and self-reliance, as well as his experiences with legal battles and financial setbacks.
The book highlights his commitment to design, innovation, and education, including his efforts in setting up a university to foster the next generation of engineers and designers.
It is a compelling tale of overcoming obstacles and the role of failure in achieving success.
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comme le titre final de son autobiographie.

Mathieu Stéphanie

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in the podcast as James Dyson's autobiography.

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Sir James Dyson: Sucking up the cash
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as a book he recommends.

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while discussing his journey of creating a better vacuum cleaner.


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