Passages from the Life of a Philosopher - Allan G Bromley

Passages from the Life of a Philosopher — by Allan G. Bromley

This carefully edited edition brings renewed clarity to Charles Babbage’s classic autobiographical reflections, guided by historian Allan G. Bromley. The book explores the life, ideas, and inventions of one of computing’s earliest visionaries, placing his work within the scientific and social world of his time. Insightful commentary helps modern readers appreciate Babbage’s influence on technology and innovation. Buy in Kenya with fast delivery.

What you’ll learn

• The life and achievements of Charles Babbage
• Early concepts behind modern computing machines
• Historical context of 19th-century science and invention
• The challenges innovators face when ideas are ahead of their time
• How Babbage’s legacy shaped technological progress

Who should read the Book

• Readers curious about the origins of computing
• Students of science, technology, or history
• Fans of biographies of great innovators
• Anyone interested in ideas that changed the modern world

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