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Overview
Ideas, Machines, and Values is an introductory overview of the emergence of STS as a field of study, as well as a portrait of its current interests and concerns. The book examines the growth of STS from its birth inthe mid-1960's through its development as an interdisciplinary field to its present state. Also addressed are the questions 'Why should we study STS?' and 'In what direction should STS be headed?' This work is highly recommended for anyone interested in building a solid foundation for Science, Technology, and Society Studies.
Synopsis
Ideas, Machines, and Values is an introductory overview of the emergence of STS as a field of study, as well as a portrait of its current interests and concerns. The book examines the growth of STS from its birth in the mid-1960s through its development as an interdisciplinary field to its present state. Also addressed are the questions _Why should we study STS?_ and _In what direction should STS be headed?
Booknews
Cutcliffe (history of technology, LeHigh U.) overviews the emergence of the academic field of science, technology, and society in the middle and late 1960s; summarizes its current interests and concerns; and suggests directions for its future development. He explains that the discipline and the related social movement propose neither unbridled enthusiasm nor absolute rejection of science and technology, but advocate critical analysis and thoughtful application. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)