Hughes, Thomas P.
Rescuing Prometheus: Four Monumental Projects That Changed Our World
- ISBN 13:
- 9780679739388
- author:
- Hughes, Thomas P.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House USA Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 372
- Genre:
- General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Rescuing Prometheus: Four Monumental Projects that Changed Our World Thomas P. Hughes's insightful look at the technological projects that shaped modern society is both informative and riveting. This book explores four postwar projects - including the SAGE air defense project, the Atlas missile project, the Boston Central Artery/Tunnel Project, and the origins of the Internet - to reveal how they drove innovation in technology, management, and organization. Hughes masterfully weaves these stories together to provide a comprehensive history of modern technology. The result is a fascinating exploration of how large-scale industrial planning can inspire new technologies, organizations, and management styles. With keen insight, Hughes sheds light on the complex systems engineering that made these projects possible. By examining these four monumental projects, Hughes provides a unique perspective on the development of modern technology and its impact on society.
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