All the Ways We've Wiped: The History of Toilet Paper and What Came Before
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Among tools people used in the past were moss, sponge on a stick, ceramic pieces and bamboo 'spatulas.'
Among tools people used in the past were moss, sponge on a stick, ceramic pieces and bamboo 'spatulas.'
See how civilizations throughout history have designed and managed their plumbing and waste disposal systems.
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What did people do before toilet paper?
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When Was Toilet Paper Invented And What Did People Use Before?
What Did People Use Before Toilet Paper?
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What Did People Use Before Toilet Paper?
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This Is How They Wiped Themselves in Ancient Rome - JSTOR Daily
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Toilet paper - Wikipedia
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Premium 100% Bamboo Toilet Paper - Double Length Rolls
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How Toxic Is Your Toilet Paper? Investigation of Brands
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The Vajenda, Dr. Jen Gunter