Creating the Twentieth Century

Discover the greatest period in human history when a civilization based on synergy of fuels, science, and innovation was born. This book explores the dynamic period between 1867 and 1914 where groundbreaking inventions such as dynamite, telephones, electricity, cars, and airplanes emerged. It takes an interdisciplinary approach and evaluates the lasting impact these advances had on the 20th century, creating high-energy societies aimed at improving standards of living.