The Inventor Who Almost Ended the World
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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The Cost of Innovation: Thomas Midgley's Legacy
This chapter examines Thomas Midgley's life and his inventions, particularly focusing on the unforeseen consequences of his work with anti-knock agents in gasoline. It highlights the irony of his quest for technological advancement, which ultimately led to health crises and his own tragic demise.
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