Marconi: The Man Who Networked the World
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By Bruce Sterling
A sweeping biography of one of the most important figures in the history of technology.
Guglielmo Marconi was a pioneer in the field of wireless communication. His invention of the radio made it possible to send messages over long distances without the use of wires. This invention revolutionized the way that people communicated with each other and helped to lay the foundation for the modern world of telecommunications.
4.4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 8887 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 871 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
Marconi was born in Bologna, Italy, in 1874. He showed an early interest in science and technology, and he began experimenting with wireless communication as a young man. In 1895, he succeeded in sending a radio signal over a distance of about a mile. This was the first successful demonstration of wireless communication, and it marked a major breakthrough in the field.
Marconi continued to work on his invention, and in 1899 he established the first commercial wireless telegraph service. This service allowed ships to communicate with each other and with shore stations. Marconi's invention quickly became popular, and it was soon being used by ships all over the world.
In 1901, Marconi sent the first transatlantic radio signal. This was a major milestone in the history of communication, and it helped to pave the way for the development of global communication networks.
Marconi's work had a profound impact on the world. His invention of the radio made it possible for people to communicate with each other over long distances, and it helped to lay the foundation for the modern world of telecommunications. Marconi was a true pioneer in the field of technology, and his work has had a lasting impact on the way that we live.
Bruce Sterling's biography of Marconi is a fascinating and informative account of the life and work of this important figure. Sterling provides a detailed look at Marconi's scientific work, as well as his personal life and his role in the development of the wireless industry. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology or the life of one of its most important figures.
Praise for Marconi: The Man Who Networked the World
"A brilliant and insightful biography of one of the most important figures in the history of technology." - The New York Times
"Sterling's book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology or the life of one of its most important figures." - The Wall Street Journal
"A fascinating and informative account of the life and work of Guglielmo Marconi." - The Washington Post
4.4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 8887 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 871 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
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4.4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 8887 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 871 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |