"Most Americans take air transport for granted. We can go anywhere on a moment’s notice; we get packages overnight from anywhere in the country, almost anywhere in the world. Just a century ago such remarkable speed of movement was barely imaginable. Invented early in the twentieth century, the airplane became more than a mere novelty during World War I.

This progression—from aircraft as excellent carriers of weapons, men, and material in war to the development of jet aviation and commercial passenger transportation as a part of everyday life—appears logical, even inevitable. And yet, a closer look at this transition shows the complexity and contingency of technological change. That is, this book will demonstrate that technology should not be taken for granted and, moreover, that technical innovation and development are deeply intertwined with the cultural, political, and economic organization of society."

Mr. Alan Cohen has been interested in Western economic and political issues for several decades. After completing his PhD, he decided to turn his dissertation into a beautiful book that he could share with family and friends. Do you have a project you wish to turn into a book? Reach out to us!