Petroski, Henry
Success through Failure
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691180991
- author:
- Petroski, Henry
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 216
- Dimensions:
- 20.83 x 13.97 x 2.29 centimetres
- Genre:
- Science, History, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Design is an integral part of our daily lives, from simple tasks to complex projects. But what makes a great design? Henry Petroski argues that success often stems from failure, rather than imitation of past successes.
In this engaging account, Petroski explores the nature of invention and the character of the inventor through a wide range of examples, including everyday products, historical landmarks, and technological marvels. By examining both spectacular failures and their lessons, he sheds new light on the importance of anticipating and avoiding failure in the design process.
From the Tacoma Narrows Bridge to NASA's vast organizations, Petroski reveals patterns of human social behavior that have implications for large structures and complex systems. This thought-provoking book offers a fresh perspective on the art of design and the secrets of success through failure.
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