U. S. Metric Study Interim Report (Classic Reprint): A History of the Metric System Controversy in the United States - Couverture souple

Simone, Daniel V. De

9780364211571: U. S. Metric Study Interim Report (Classic Reprint): A History of the Metric System Controversy in the United States

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ISBN 10 : 0364211571 ISBN 13 : 9780364211571

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A clear, detailed history of America's long debate over the metric system. This book tracks the rise, fall, and revival of metric ideas in the United States, showing how policy, industry, and public opinion shaped the search for measurement uniformity.

This edition compiles a wide survey of historical data, official reports, and dramatic hearings that framed the metric question from the 19th century onward. It presents the arguments for and against change, the key players, and the evolving views that influenced Congress and the public.

Follow the main threads of the U.S. metric controversy across decades and presidencies

Learn how measurement units, standards, and systems interact in public policy

See the role of industry, science, and government in shaping standards

Understand the arguments, debates, and turning points that kept the issue alive

Ideal for readers curious about how nations decide what counts as a standard, and how historical debates influence modern policy.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 0364211571
ISBN 13: 9780364211571
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Nombre de pages: 313
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U. S. Metric Study Interim Report (Classic Reprint)

Daniel V. De Simone, Charles F. Treat

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ISBN 10 : 0364211571 ISBN 13 : 9780364211571

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of the debate surrounding the adoption of the metric system in the United States. The author meticulously traces the evolution of measurement systems from ancient times, examining the origins and development of both the English/American customary system and the French metric system. This comprehensive historical account offers valuable insight into the complex interplay of cultural, political, and scientific factors that shaped the controversy. The book explores the philosophical arguments, economic pressures, and political maneuvering that defined the metric debate over two centuries, highlighting the roles of key figures like Thomas Jefferson and John Quincy Adams, whose contributions to the development of a uniform system of weights and measures continue to resonate today. The book sheds light on the enduring tension between preserving familiar traditions and embracing innovation, offering a nuanced understanding of how societal perceptions of change have shaped the development of standards. Ultimately, this book provides a captivating and insightful analysis of a fundamental issue that continues to impact our understanding of the world around us. 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. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9780364211571_0

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