Where would humanity be without fire, farming, or wine? A great idea changes the path of human civilization. But which is the greatest of them all? InThe World’s Greatest Idea, John Farndon has set out to find the answer with help from a panel of experts in the fields of science, the arts, and philosophy. A shortlist of fifty ideas are ranked in the book according to public vote on www.theworldsgreatestidea.com. But will you agree with the verdict? John Farndon is the author of numerous books including the highly successfulDo You Think You're Clever?(Totem Books).