Forgotten Inventions and Curious Contraptions takes readers on a fascinating journey through the quirky side of history. From the early sun lamp that promised artificial sunshine, to the coin-operated vibrating bed found in roadside motels, to hair dryers that looked more like space helmets than beauty tools-this book uncovers the strange, inventive, and often humorous gadgets that shaped everyday life. A celebration of human creativity and curiosity, it shines a light on the inventions that time almost forgot.