Industrial Exhibitions and Modern Progress (1887)

By Patrick Geddes

Book Overview

Industrial Exhibitions and Modern Progress is a book written by Patrick Geddes and published in 1887. The book explores the history and significance of industrial exhibitions, which were popular in the late 19th century. Geddes examines the role of these exhibitions in promoting technological progress and economic growth, and argues that they played a key role in shaping the modern world. He also discusses the cultural and social impact of industrial exhibitions, and their influence on architecture, design, and urban planning. The book is considered a seminal work in the field of exhibition studies, and remains a valuable resource for scholars and historians interested in the history of technology, industry, and design.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436881862
• ISBN13: 9781436881869
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"