The Most Powerful Idea in the World : A Story of Steam, Industry, and Invention (Hardcover)

from DLMorrese

Scientific thinking began to advance in the 16th century throughout Europe, but why did so many of the technological and economic advances derived from this new scientific outlook come disproportionally from England? That's the basic question this book attempts to answer.The argument that it was ...

from GlennBell

The author provides a historical perspective of the development of technology relevant to the invention of the steam engine. The book is well researched and has a bit of humor. The level of scientific detail is generally appropriate. Information on personalities involved is somewhat interesting a...

from jztemple

Rosen's book was mostly excellent, although I found the sections on philosophy and economics a bit trying. Still, overall definitely a five star book.

from jztemple

Rosen's book was mostly excellent, although I found the sections on philosophy and economics a bit trying. Still, overall definitely a five star book.