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Four Eyes Good: The History of Glasses

Stuff You Should Know

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The Evolution of Eyewear: From Farsighted to Nearsighted Lenses

This chapter delves into the historical progression of eyeglasses, particularly the innovations in lenses that address both farsightedness and nearsightedness. It combines fun pop culture references and light-hearted interactions among the speakers while tracing key advancements from the 15th century.

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