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Jacquard's Web
How a Hand-Loom Led to the Birth of the Information Age
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The narrative explores the remarkable journey of inventors who shaped the modern information age, tracing the origins of a hand-loom from Napoleonic France. It highlights the interconnectedness of innovation and technology, illustrating how early inventions laid the groundwork for contemporary advancements. Through engaging storytelling, the book delves into the lives and contributions of these brilliant minds, showcasing their impact on society and the evolution of information technology.
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Jacquard's Web, James Essinger
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- Jacquard's Web
- Subtitle
- How a Hand-Loom Led to the Birth of the Information Age
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James Essinger
- Publisher
- OUP Oxford
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 316
- ISBN13
- 9780192805782
- Category
- Theory and history of science
- Description
- The narrative explores the remarkable journey of inventors who shaped the modern information age, tracing the origins of a hand-loom from Napoleonic France. It highlights the interconnectedness of innovation and technology, illustrating how early inventions laid the groundwork for contemporary advancements. Through engaging storytelling, the book delves into the lives and contributions of these brilliant minds, showcasing their impact on society and the evolution of information technology.