Description
1979 2nd printing edition. Hardcover has some normal shelf wear. No dust jacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This unassuming volume belies its importance as a comprehensive reference work on the cutting edge of technology in the late 20th century. Published in 1979, Hodgon’s Data Manual Number 23 was part of a series that chronicled the rapid advancements in computing and data processing during the formative years of the digital age. R.E. Hodgedon, a pioneering figure in the field, meticulously compiled essential technical information, programming languages, and industry standards that were instrumental in the development of early computer systems. While the content may seem quaint by today’s standards, this manual offers a fascinating glimpse into the foundations of modern computing and the visionary minds that laid the groundwork for the digital revolution. Collectors and historians alike will appreciate this tangible artifact from a pivotal era in technological progress.
