TECHNOLOGICAL CHANGE Its Impact on Man and Society [Paperback] Mesthene, Emmanuel G.

Description

1970 2nd printing edition. Paperback cover has some shelf wear. The pages have some occasional notes at margins. Top end of page edges have a small dent. The binding is secure.

This insightful volume, “Technological Change: Its Impact on Man and Society” by Emmanuel G. Mesthene, offers a thought-provoking exploration of the profound effects that technological advancements have on human civilization. Published in 1970, during a period of rapid technological progress, this book provides a timely and relevant analysis of the complex interplay between science, technology, and society. Mesthene, a renowned scholar and director of the Harvard Program on Technology and Society, draws upon his extensive knowledge and expertise to examine the ethical, social, and philosophical implications of technological change.

Collectors and readers alike will appreciate the historical significance of this work, which captures the zeitgeist of an era marked by both excitement and apprehension about the future of technology. Mesthene’s interdisciplinary approach, combining insights from various fields such as philosophy, sociology, and ethics, offers a comprehensive and nuanced perspective on the subject. This particular copy, despite its well-loved appearance with occasional notes and shelf wear, remains a valuable artifact for those interested in the intellectual discourse surrounding technology’s impact on human society during the latter half of the 20th century.