Review:
The Shock Of The Old: Technology And Global History Since 1900 By David Edgerton
overall review score: 4.2
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The Shock of the Old: Technology and Global History since 1900 by David Edgerton is a book that explores how older technologies have persisted alongside new innovations, shaping global history over the past century.
Key Features
- Examination of the role of traditional technologies in shaping modern society
- Analysis of the impact of historical technologies on contemporary global dynamics
- Discussion of how traditional practices continue to influence modern technological development
Pros
- Insightful analysis of the interplay between old and new technologies
- Fascinating exploration of how past technologies have endured and evolved
- Well-researched and informative content
Cons
- May be dense or challenging for readers unfamiliar with historical or technological concepts