Revolution in Glassmaking: Entrepreneurship and Technological Change in the American Industry, 1880-1920 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258664114)

Revolution in Glassmaking: Entrepreneurship and Technological Change in the American Industry, 1880-1920 is a book written by Warren Candler Scoville. The book explores the history of the American glassmaking industry during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a period of rapid technological change and entrepreneurial innovation. The book delves into the various factors that contributed to the revolution in glassmaking during this period, including the development of new manufacturing processes, the emergence of new glass products, and the rise of new entrepreneurs who were eager to capitalize on these changes. Scoville provides a detailed analysis of the key players in the industry, including the major glass manufacturers and the entrepreneurs who helped to revolutionize the industry. He also explores the impact of technological change on the labor force, as well as the social and economic implications of these changes for American society as a whole. Overall, Revolution in Glassmaking offers a fascinating look at a pivotal period in the history of the American glassmaking industry, and sheds light on the ways in which entrepreneurship and technological innovation have shaped the course of American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Warren Candler Scoville
ISBN-10: 1258664119
ISBN-13: 9781258664114
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 04/13/2013
Pages: 434
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.64lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d