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Focusing on the year 1920 in the United States, this microhistory explores the multifaceted roles of information in society. By examining traditional historical themes like farming, government bureaucracy, the Spanish flu pandemic, and Prohibition, it highlights how information influenced these areas. Additionally, it delves into information-rich sectors such as libraries, schools, financial services, and scientific research, providing a nuanced understanding of the era's informational landscape. This approach sheds light on the interconnectedness of various societal elements during a pivotal time.
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Understanding Information History, William Aspray
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- 2023
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- Title
- Understanding Information History
- Subtitle
- The Case of America in 1920
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Aspray
- Publisher
- Springer Nature Switzerland
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 108
- ISBN13
- 9783031441332
- Category
- Social sciences, World history, Computers, IT, Programming, Theory and history of science, Psychology
- Description
- Focusing on the year 1920 in the United States, this microhistory explores the multifaceted roles of information in society. By examining traditional historical themes like farming, government bureaucracy, the Spanish flu pandemic, and Prohibition, it highlights how information influenced these areas. Additionally, it delves into information-rich sectors such as libraries, schools, financial services, and scientific research, providing a nuanced understanding of the era's informational landscape. This approach sheds light on the interconnectedness of various societal elements during a pivotal time.