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One Man Up and Down But Mostly Down: A Hilarious and Heartwarming Search for the Greatest Invention That Never Was

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A laugh-out-loud funny, poignant, and ultimately inspiring memoir of one man's quest to find the greatest invention that never was.

When David Ewing Duncan was a child, he was fascinated by the stories his grandfather told him about the inventions he had made. Duncan's grandfather was a brilliant engineer who had worked on everything from the atomic bomb to the space shuttle. But his most ambitious project was a device he called the "Universal Translator." This device would allow people to communicate with each other in any language, no matter how different.

Jetpack Dreams: One Man's Up and Down (But Mostly Down) Search for the Greatest Invention That Never Was

by Mac Montandon

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	276 pages

Duncan's grandfather never finished the Universal Translator, but Duncan was determined to complete his work. He spent years searching for the missing pieces of the invention, and along the way he met a cast of eccentric characters who helped him on his quest.

One Man Up and Down But Mostly Down is a hilarious and heartwarming memoir about the power of dreams, the importance of perseverance, and the bonds that unite us all. It is a story that will make you laugh, cry, and believe that anything is possible.

Praise for One Man Up and Down But Mostly Down

“A delightful and inspiring memoir about the power of dreams and the importance of perseverance.” —The New York Times

“A hilarious and heartwarming story that will make you believe that anything is possible.” —People Magazine

“A must-read for anyone who has ever had a dream.” —The Washington Post

About the Author

David Ewing Duncan is a writer, inventor, and entrepreneur. He is the author of several books, including The Calendar and The Man Who Walked Through Time. Duncan lives in New York City with his wife and two children.

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Jetpack Dreams: One Man's Up and Down (But Mostly Down) Search for the Greatest Invention That Never Was

by Mac Montandon

4.1 out of 5