American Technological Sublime

by David E. Nye

Book Overview

Technology has long played a central role in the formation of Americans' sense of selfhood. From the first canal systems through the moon landing, we have, for better or worse, derived unity from the common feeling of awe inspired by largescale applications of technological prowess. American Technological Sublime continues the exploration of the social construction of technology that David Nye began in his award-winning book Electrifying America...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 026214056X
• ISBN13: 9780262140560
• Release Date: January 1994
• Publisher: MIT Press (MA)
• Length: 362 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.3" x 9.3"