Isbn: 9780486264127 - engineering in history (dover books on engineering) (23 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. With a minimum of technical detail, and in highly readable style, this book presents a fascinating overview of the development of engineering I Western civilization, from its origins to the twentieth century. The book is organized around the authors' division into eight primary events: Food-producing revolution (6000-3000 B. C.)Appearance of urban society (3000-2000 B. C.)Birth of Greek science (600-300 B. C.)Revolution in power (Middle Ages)Rise of modern science (seventeenth century)Steam and the Industrial Revolution (eighteenth century)Electricity and the beginnings of applied science (nineteenth century)Age of automatic control (twentieth century)Not an exhaustive history, this book focuses on those achievements whose impact on civilization, in the authors' view, has been most significant. In the case of specific inventions, machinery or other man-made creations, the book offers a comprehensive, detailed description, including an overall perspective, an analysis of component parts and their interrelationships, a presentation of essential dimensions, and techniques of construction or assembly. Implied throughout the text is the idea of technology as a creative near-artistic that plays a role in what Cassirer has called the process of man's progressive self-liberation. The book concludes with a well-balanced essay on the impact of engineering on society, in which the authors argue that technology must be subservient to ethical and aesthetic values.Enhanced by 181 illustrations, Engineering in History is a superb blend of history and applied science that will interest not only engineers and students of technology, but any reader curious about the epochal strides man has made toward understanding, adapting to and learning to utilize his physical environment.…

Zustand: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Zustand: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. With a minimum of technical detail, and in highly readable style, this book presents a fascinating overview of the development of engineering I Western civilization, from its origins to the twentieth century. The book is organized around the authors' division into eight primary events: Food-producing revolution (6000-3000 B. C.)Appearance of urban society (3000-2000 B. C.)Birth of Greek science (600-300 B. C.)Revolution in power (Middle Ages)Rise of modern science (seventeenth century)Steam and the Industrial Revolution (eighteenth century)Electricity and the beginnings of applied science (nineteenth century)Age of automatic control (twentieth century)Not an exhaustive history, this book focuses on those achievements whose impact on civilization, in the authors' view, has been most significant. In the case of specific inventions, machinery or other man-made creations, the book offers a comprehensive, detailed description, including an overall perspective, an analysis of component parts and their interrelationships, a presentation of essential dimensions, and techniques of construction or assembly. Implied throughout the text is the idea of technology as a creative near-artistic that plays a role in what Cassirer has called the process of man's progressive self-liberation. The book concludes with a well-balanced essay on the impact of engineering on society, in which the authors argue that technology must be subservient to ethical and aesthetic values.Enhanced by 181 illustrations, Engineering in History is a superb blend of history and applied science that will interest not only engineers and students of technology, but any reader curious about the epochal strides man has made toward understanding, adapting to and learning to utilize his physical environment.…

paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This book is from an inventory that we have been able to price inexpensively because it has minimal description. All of the books from this inventory are in very good condition or better, with the potential for light shelf-wear; many are particularly nice examples. May have a small remainder mark at textblock edge.…

paperback. Zustand: Good. Reprint. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing and/or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes).

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Paperback. Zustand: Near Fine. Binding Tight Pages Clean Light Edge Wear. Book.

Paperback. Zustand: Like New. FIRST THUS. First Edition Thus. Published by Dover Publications, 1990. Octavo. Paperback. Book is like new. Covers have shelf wear.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good.

paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Mylar cover on dust jacket taped to book. Proceeds benefit the Pima County Public Library system, which serves Tucson and southern Arizona.

paperback. Zustand: Good. Reprint. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes).

Soft Cover. Zustand: Very Good. Solid VG condition. Clean. Spine not broken.

Paperback. Zustand: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed.

Soft cover. Zustand: As New. No inscriptions or creases. A clean, tight, bright copy of 530pp. incl b/w ills.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. reprint edition. 516 pages. 8.50x5.75x1.00 inches. In Stock.

paperback. Zustand: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.