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AC/DC: The Savage Tale of the First Standards War
by Tom McNichol

AC/DC: The Savage Tale of the First Standards War
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Author: Tom McNichol
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2006-09-18
ISBN: 0787982679
Number of pages: 208
Publisher: Jossey-Bass

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Book Review: A fascinating insight in what we now take for granted
Summary: 4 Stars

When I was growing up in the early fifties, I lived in a world where some of our friends and family still relied on paraffin lamps and town gas to light their homes. Most of us take electricity for granted, and hopefully all share a healthy respect for the danger of "the mains." As an electrical engineer by profession, I had to read this book to find out for myself how and why this battle was fought, and why it was won. I'm glad I did. It's a fascinating insight into the mind and stubbornness of Edison, and his lack of a wider vision. Well researched and easy to read, I recommend it to all who share an interest in our technical past.

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