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The Value of Convenience: A Genealogy of Technical Culture (SUNY Series in Science, Technology, and Society),Used
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In this volume, Tierney identifies convenience as the value of central importance to the development of modern technical culture. While revealing modern attitudes toward technology, the human body, mortality, and necessity, Tierney focuses on the cultural value of convenience and on modern attitudes which emphasize consumption rather than production of technology.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Value of Convenience'? A: The main theme of 'The Value of Convenience' is the cultural significance of convenience in the development of modern technical culture, exploring how it shapes attitudes towards technology, the human body, and consumption.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Thomas F. Tierney.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The publication date of this book is December 24, 1992.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 281 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of History.
- Q: Is there any material specification for the book? A: There is no specific material mentioned for the book.
- Q: What insights does the book provide about modern technology? A: The book provides insights into modern attitudes that prioritize consumption over production, highlighting how convenience influences the relationship with technology.
- Q: Is there any edition information available for this book? A: There is no specific edition information provided for this book.