Name: How We Got To Now: Six Innovations That Made the Modern World
Brand: Steven Johnson

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9781594633935`

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2015-11-27

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Rando­m Hou­se

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Steven Johnson

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Technology

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Penguin

An American hip hop artist, Steven Johnson is a talented musician and member of the groups Fabbiden and Get Open. With his unique style and powerful lyrics, he has captivated audiences around the world.
Steven Johnson's passion for music started at a young age, and he quickly made a name for himself in the industry. His collaborations with other artists have produced chart-topping hits, showcasing his versatility as an artist.
Known for his energetic performances and thought-provoking lyrics, Steven Johnson continues to push boundaries in the hip hop genre. Whether he's performing on stage or recording in the studio, his dedication to his craft shines through in every song.

From the New York Times–bestselling author of Where Good Ideas Come From and Farsighted, a new look at the power and legacy of great ideas.

In this illustrated history, Steven Johnson explores the history of innovation over centuries, tracing facets of modern life (refrigeration, clocks, and eyeglass lenses, to name a few) from their creation by hobbyists, amateurs, and entrepreneurs to their unintended historical consequences. Filled with surprising stories of accidental genius and brilliant mistakes—from the French publisher who invented the phonograph before Edison but forgot to include playback, to the Hollywood movie star who helped invent the technology behind Wi-Fi and Bluetooth—How We Got to Now investigates the secret history behind the everyday objects of contemporary life. In his trademark style, Johnson examines unexpected connections between seemingly unrelated fields: how the invention of air-conditioning enabled the largest migration of human beings in the history of the species—to cities such as Dubai or Phoenix, which would otherwise be virtually uninhabitable; how pendulum clocks helped trigger the industrial revolution; and how clean water made it possible to manufacture computer chips. Accompanied by a major six-part television series on PBS, How We Got to Now is the story of collaborative networks building the modern world, written in the provocative, informative, and engaging style that has earned Johnson fans around the globe.

How We Got To Now: Six Innovations That Made the Modern World

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