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The Most Powerful Idea in the World: A Story of Steam, Industry, and Invention,New
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If all measures of human advancement in the last hundred centuries were plotted on a graph, they would show an almost perfectly flat lineuntil the eighteenth century, when the Industrial Revolution would cause the line to shoot straight up, beginning an almost uninterrupted march of progress.In The Most Powerful Idea in the World, William Rosen tells the story of the men responsible for the Industrial Revolution and the machine that drove itthe steam engine. In the process he tackles the question that has obsessed historians ever since: What made eighteenthcentury Britain such fertile soil for inventors? Rosens answer focuses on a simple notion that had become enshrined in British law the century before: that people had the right to own and profit from their ideas.The result was a period of frantic innovation revolving particularly around the promise of steam power. Rosen traces the steam engines history from its early days as a clumsy but sturdy machine, to its comingofage driving the wheels of mills and factories, to its maturity as a transporter for people and freight by rail and by sea. Along the way we enter the minds of such inventors as Thomas Newcomen and James Watt, scientists including Robert Boyle and Joseph Black, and philosophers John Locke and Adam Smithall of whose insights, tenacity, and ideas transformed first a nation and then the world.William Rosen is a masterly storyteller with a keen eye for the aha! moments of invention and a gift for clear and entertaining explanations of science. The Most Powerful Idea in the World will appeal to readers fascinated with history, science, and the hows and whys of innovation itself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Most Powerful Idea in the World'? A: The book explores the evolution of the steam engine and its pivotal role in the Industrial Revolution, highlighting how the right to own and profit from ideas fostered innovation in eighteenth-century Britain.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'The Most Powerful Idea in the World' is William Rosen.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Most Powerful Idea in the World' was published on June 1, 2010.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains a total of 400 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Most Powerful Idea in the World' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in history? A: Yes, the book is suitable for readers fascinated by history, particularly the history of innovation and the Industrial Revolution.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'The Most Powerful Idea in the World' is the First Edition.
- Q: Can this book be useful for understanding scientific innovation? A: Absolutely, the book provides insights into the interplay between invention, science, and the factors that drive innovation.
- Q: What makes this book a good read for those interested in the steam engine? A: The book traces the history of the steam engine, detailing its development and impact on various industries, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in this subject.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: 'The Most Powerful Idea in the World' is offered in new condition.