Exactly: How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World

Print length: 416 pages
Language: English
Publisher: William Collins
Publication date: 2 May 2019

Name: Exactly: How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World
SKU: 9780008241780
Availability: InStock

SKU: 9780008241780

Original price was: ₹699.00.Current price is: ₹524.25.

Discover how precision engineering shaped our modern world in Simon Winchester’s award-shortlisted “Exactly.” This captivating book unveils the stories of the pioneering engineers who developed the intricate machinery that allows us to explore the universe and understand the smallest particles. From the Industrial Revolution’s giants like John Wilkinson and Henry Maudslay to modern innovators like Rolls Royce and Seiko, Winchester explores the origins and profound importance of precision. He delves into the tools and minds behind these advancements, questioning whether our relentless pursuit of the ultra-precise might overshadow other valuable aspects of human endeavor. A must-read for anyone fascinated by innovation and the foundations of contemporary life.

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