Oops! It's Plastic!

Through a series of accidental breakthroughs, the book shows how scientists trying to create one product ended up inventing many of the plastics we use today. It traces the history of those unexpected discoveries, explaining the chemistry behind each material and how it sparked changes in everything from packaging to medical devices. The narrative also touches on the environmental consequences that followed the spread of plastic, prompting readers to consider the trade-offs of these inventions.