| Author |
Geitel, Max, 1853-1926 |
| Title |
Schöpfungen der Ingenieurtechnik der Neuzeit
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| Series Title |
Aus Natur und Geisteswelt, 28 Band
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Peter Becker, Jens Poenisch and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Schöpfungen der Ingenieurtechnik der Neuzeit" by Max Geitel is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the significant achievements and advancements in modern engineering, emphasizing how these innovations have transformed society. Geitel presents a comprehensive examination of various engineering accomplishments, showcasing their importance in connecting cultures, improving transportation, and enhancing the quality of life. The opening of this work introduces the author’s intentions regarding the exploration of modern engineering marvels, emphasizing the shift in perceptions of technology and its innovations compared to previous eras. Geitel discusses the remarkable developments in engineering, particularly highlighting the impact of the World War on accelerating technological progress. He sets the stage for an analysis of various structures, such as iron bridges and skyscrapers, while illuminating the intellectual and artistic contributions of engineers to society. The author aims to inspire appreciation and understanding of the feats achieved through engineering, narrating examples that will be explored in greater detail throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
TA: Technology: Engineering and Civil engineering
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| Subject |
Engineering -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
47251 |
| Release Date |
Oct 31, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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