Inventing the Modern World

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Chronicles the technological inventions that have changed our lives since 1750. Drawing on the Science Museum's own picture library and the legendary resources of the Hulton Getty Collection, Inventing the Modern World explores, in over 450 images and text, the relationship between human beings and their technological inventions. Beginning in 1750 with improvements in iron and cotton production and the harnessing of steam, this fascinating book chronicles the rise of technology and the staggering effect it has had on our world. From the steam train to the space shuttle, from the electric light to the atomic bomb, from TV to the PC and IT, inventions and their consequences are enjoyably explored.