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Consuming Power: A Social History of American Energies,New
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Nye uses energy as a touchstone to examine the lives of ordinary people engaged in normal activities.How did the United States become the world's largest consumer of energy? David Nye shows that this is less a question about the development of technology than it is a question about the development of culture. In Consuming Power, Nye uses energy as a touchstone to examine the lives of ordinary people engaged in normal activities. He looks at how these activities changed as new energy systems were constructed, from colonial times to recent years. He also shows how, as Americans incorporated new machines and processes into their lives, they became ensnared in power systems that were not easily changed: they made choices about the conduct of their lives, and those choices accumulated to produce a consuming culture. Nye examines a sequence of large systems that acquired and then lost technological momentum over the course of American history, including water power, steam power, electricity, the internalcombustion engine, atomic power, and computerization. He shows how each system became part of a larger set of social constructions through its links to the home, the factory, and the city. The result is a social history of America as seen through the lens of energy consumption.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Consuming Power: A Social History of American Energies'? A: The main theme of the book is the examination of energy consumption in the United States as a reflection of cultural development, highlighting how energy systems have shaped the lives and choices of ordinary Americans throughout history.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Consuming Power' and what is his background? A: The author is David E. Nye, a notable historian who specializes in the cultural, social, and technological aspects of energy and its impact on society.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Consuming Power' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle for readers.
- Q: How many pages is 'Consuming Power'? A: 'Consuming Power: A Social History of American Energies' has a total of 352 pages.
- Q: When was 'Consuming Power' published? A: 'Consuming Power' was published on February 26, 1999.
- Q: What are the key energy systems discussed in the book? A: The book discusses several key energy systems, including water power, steam power, electricity, internal-combustion engines, atomic power, and computerization, analyzing their social impacts over time.
- Q: Is 'Consuming Power' suitable for readers interested in economics? A: Yes, the book falls under the category of economics and provides insights into how energy consumption has influenced economic and cultural practices in American history.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'Consuming Power'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the relationship between energy consumption and societal changes, how energy systems have evolved, and the implications of these changes on everyday life in America.
- Q: Does the book cover both historical and contemporary energy issues? A: Yes, it spans historical developments from colonial times to modern energy systems, providing a comprehensive overview of energy's role in American society.
- Q: What is the item condition of the book when purchased? A: 'Consuming Power' is listed as 'New', ensuring that buyers receive a book in pristine condition.