The Shortest History of Innovation
Description
From the wheel to gene editing, innovation has shaped the world we live in. In this lively and accessible book, Andrew Leigh explores the ideas, inventions and breakthroughs that have transformed societies across history.
Tracing the development of technologies, tools and creative thinking—from early engineering to modern biotechnology and artificial intelligence—Leigh shows how innovation thrives through experimentation, collaboration and the exchange of ideas across borders.
Compact, engaging and full of fascinating insights, The Shortest History of Innovation offers a fresh look at the forces that drive progress.
About the authors:
Andrew Leigh is an Australian economist, author and Member of Parliament. Before entering politics, he was a professor of economics at the Australian National University and holds a PhD from Harvard University. His books include The Shortest History of Economics, Battlers and Billionaires and The Luck of Politics.
Product details:
Publisher: Parliamentary Library
Dimensions: 198 x 128mm
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
Publication date: 17 Feb 2026
ISBN: 9781760645533
Shipping and Delivery
Postage is charged as per Australia Post rates and is calculated based on the total weight of the order and destination delivery address. Read more
Collect in Store
Collect your order from Parliament Shop inside Australian Parliament House. 9 am – 5 pm Monday - Sunday. Read more
Returns and Refunds
Returns or exchanges can be requested within 30 days of receiving your item. To request a refund or exchange please contact parliament.shop@aph.gov.au. Read more
