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The development of an American science establishment began early in the twentieth century when the federal government began to invest in a national scientific infrastructure. How did this complex marriage between science and government occur? This work is an overview of the science establishment and its relationship with the federal government.

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Mann's ability to write about complicated matters in a simple yet intelligent manner... is shown again in For Better or for Worse. Technology and Culture

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      Publisher: Columbia University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 23/11/2000
      ISBN13: 9780231117067, 978-0231117067
      ISBN10: 023111706X

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The development of an American science establishment began early in the twentieth century when the federal government began to invest in a national scientific infrastructure. How did this complex marriage between science and government occur? This work is an overview of the science establishment and its relationship with the federal government.

      Trade Review
      Mann's ability to write about complicated matters in a simple yet intelligent manner... is shown again in For Better or for Worse. Technology and Culture

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