Technology in America: A History of Individuals and Ideas
The succinct, nontechnical essays in Technology in America cover the history of American invention from Thomas Jefferson's founding of the Patent Office to Robert Goddards space-age rockets. Each treats an individual and a concept, highlighting the important role technological change has played in the evolution of American culture. The major themes include the effects of technology transfer, the development of the American system of manufacturing, the institutionalization of knowledge and...
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The succinct, nontechnical essays in Technology in America cover the history of American invention from Thomas Jefferson's founding of the Patent Office to Robert Goddards space-age rockets. Booknews A new edition reprinting the successful 1981 edition with new chapters on scientific management, electronic communications, and Silicon Valley developments. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
\ BooknewsA new edition reprinting the successful 1981 edition with new chapters on scientific management, electronic communications, and Silicon Valley developments. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR booknews.com\ \
