The Shock Of The Old by David Edgerton
This book challenges the conventional narratives of innovation and technological progress, arguing that society's focus on the 'new' overlooks the importance and impact of older technologies that continue to shape our world. By examining how outdated technologies, such as the rickshaw or the propeller plane, have persisted and even thrived alongside modern advancements, the author presents a compelling case for reevaluating our understanding of technological change. Through a series of insightful case studies, the work encourages readers to reconsider the ways in which they think about technology's role in history and its influence on the present and future.
The 7647th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 320
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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