Now in a thoroughly updated new edition, this successful textbook surveys the history of technology in America from the 1600s to the 21st century. Alan I Marcus and Howard P. Segal explore the effect society, culture, politics and economics have had upon technological advances, and place the evolution of American technology within the broader context of the development of systems such as transportation and communications. This unique book connects phenomena such as colonial printing presses with the American Revolution; early photographs with the creation of an allegedly unique American character; and high-tech advances in biotechnology with a growing desire for individual autonomy. This is an ideal resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students of the history of technology, the history of science, and American history.

Living in the White House is a great adventure for young Sasha and Malia-especially when they discover a mysterious, moving bookcase that leads them into a passageway through time Before they know it, the two curious sisters find themselves back in the time of slavery and faced with a very important challenge. Will they find the strength and courage to help free the slaves and forever change the course of history?

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This collection of essays from international scholars from various disciplines addresses the theme of technological pessimism; the conviction that technology has given us the means not only to achieve unlimited progress, but to destroy ourselves and our most cherished values.

Living in the White House is a great adventure for young Sasha and Malia . . . especially when they discover a mysterious, moving bookcase that leads them into a passageway through time Before they know it, the two curious sisters find themselves back in the time of slavery and faced with a very important challenge. Will they find the courage to help free the slaves and change the course of history forever?

Now in a thoroughly updated new edition, this successful textbook surveys the history of technology in America from the 1600s to the 21st century. Alan I Marcus and Howard P. Segal explore the effect society, culture, politics and economics have had upon technological advances, and place the evolution of American technology within the broader context of the development of systems such as transportation and communications. This unique book connects phenomena such as colonial printing presses with the American Revolution; early photographs with the creation of an allegedly unique American character; and high-tech advances in biotechnology with a growing desire for individual autonomy. This is an ideal resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students of the history of technology, the history of science, and American history.