Isbn: 9780282060640 - the story of the westinghouse time capsule: what the project means; how the time capsule was constructed; what it contains; how it will be protected ... been left for the future (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of a time capsule, built by Westinghouse engineers in 1938, designed to capture a snapshot of life in the 20th century for future generations. It details the process of carefully selecting and preserving a wide range of artifacts, from everyday objects like a fountain pen and a womanââ â¢s hat, to meticulously chosen samples of fabrics, metals, and plastics, offering a glimpse into the material culture of the era. The author goes beyond a mere inventory of the capsuleââ â¢s contents, exploring the meticulous planning and execution of the project. The book delves into the challenges of ensuring the capsuleââ â¢s longevity, its location, and the preservation of its contents. It describes the creation of the ââ Å"Book of Record,ââ  a comprehensive guide for future archaeologists, complete with translations, language keys, and instructions for deciphering the capsuleââ â¢s contents. The book goes on to explore the fascinating selection process for the capsuleââ â¢s artifacts, highlighting the careful consideration given to representing the technological and cultural advancements of the era. From detailed descriptions of everyday items to insightful essays on diverse subjects ranging from education and medicine to transportation and industry, the book paints a vivid picture of the era. The book reveals the incredible foresight and ambition of the Westinghouse engineers who dared to imagine a future where their time capsule would be unearthed and interpreted by generations to come. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…