Science, Technology and the British Industrial 'Decline', 18701970
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Science, Technology and the British Industrial 'Decline', 18701970 by David Edgerton
The place of science and technology in the British economy and society is widely seen as critical to our understanding of the British 'decline'. There is a long tradition of characterising post-1870 Britain by its lack of enthusiasm for science and by the low social status of the practitioners of technology. David Edgerton examines these assumptions, analysing the arguments for them and pointing out the different intellectual traditions from which they arise. Drawing on a wealth of statistical data, he argues that British innovation and technical training were much stronger than is generally believed, and that from 1870 to 1970 Britain's innovative record was comparable to that of Germany. This book is a comprehensive study of the history of British science and technology in relation to economic performance. It will be of interest to scientists and engineers as well as economic historians, and will be invaluable to students approaching the subject for the first time.
'… gratifying to be able to recommend this work as a model of structured presentation, with a pleasing sense of irony which makes it a very good readEvery member should have one in their Christmas stocking.' Alan Smith, The Newcomen Bulletin
'… this book will be of considerable value to students and teachers alike, serving as an authoritative reference work and an accessible course reader.' Journal of Industrial History
'… this book will be of considerable value to students and teachers alike, serving as an authoritative reference work and an accessible course reader.' Journal of Industrial History
Edgerton, David: - David Edgerton is Hans Rausing Professor at the Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine at the Imperial College London. His previous publications include England and the Aeroplane: an Essay on a Militant and Technological Nation (1991) and Science, Technology and the British industrial 'Decline', 1870-1970 (1996).
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| ISBN 13 | 9780521577786 |
| ISBN 10 | 0521577780 |
| Title | Science, Technology and the British Industrial 'Decline', 18701970 |
| Author | David Edgerton |
| Series | New Studies In Economic And Social History |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 1996-06-28 |
| Number of pages | 104 |
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