The shock of the old

Book • 2006

Mentioned by

Recommended by

Jean-Baptiste Fressoz

for its insights into the history of technology and its relevance to the energy transition discussion.

Mentioned by

Tiia Sahrakorpi

, noting its advocacy for the history of use and appreciation of its arguments.

Mentioned by

Tim Harford

when discussing the continued relevance of bicycles despite car production.

Mentioned by

Lee Vinsel

as a book that got him thinking about the importance of studying diverse societies.

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