technology and civilization

"A young readers adaptation of the New York Times Bestselling book where author Steven Johnson walks readers through the history and impact of six inventions that influence the modern world"--Provided by publisher.

"Is constant access to technology safe for children? Should driverless vehicles replace human-controlled cars? Every day, we hear arguments about technology issues in the media. This book gives readers the tools to make sense of and evaluate some of these arguments. Using three relatable and accessible technology-related examples, this book introduces readers to the parts of an effective argument and prompts them to use the knowledge they have gained to evaluate the effectiveness of arguments on opposing sides of the issues"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of essays that examines the impact of new technologies on culture and everyday life in the early twenty-first century.

"Thank You for Being Late is a work of contemporary history that serves as a field manual for how to write and think about this era of accelerations. It's also an argument for 'being late' for pausing to appreciate this amazing historical epoch we're passing through and to reflect on its possibilities and dangers. To amplify this point, Friedman revisits his Minnesota hometown in his moving concluding chapters; there, he explores how communities can create a topsoil of trust, to anchor their increasingly diverse and digital populations. With his trademark vitality, wit, and optimism, Friedman shows that we can overcome the multiple stresses of an age of accelerations, if we slow down, if we dare to be late and use the time to reimagine work, politics, and community"--Amazon.com.

Technology has existed for as long as humankind has invented items that improve and enhance daily living. The innovators of technology profiled in this comprehensive resource have affected nearly every facet of life, from transportation and communication to science and entertainment. Their developments have built upon one another, each a stepping-stone toward even greater advances in technology. Their names range from the familiar, such as Thomas Edison, to the more obscure, such as Henrietta Swan Leavitt, but their contributions to today's world are all vital.

"Economist Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, explains that we have an opportunity to shape the fourth industrial revolution, which will fundamentally alter how we live and work. Schwab argues that this revolution is different in scale, scope and complexity from any that have come before"--Provided by publisher.

Examines evolutionary biology, anthropology, economics, and philosophy as related to world history from the Stone Age to now. Highlights the theory that we are creatures of evolution rather than being the masters of our own destinies.

A history of technology from the age of stone implements to that of the supercomputer. Describes the social and cultural contexts within which technology developed.

Robotic technology offers new capabilities and greater convenience, but at the same time, it threatens our jobs and perhaps even our identity as human beings.