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Science and Spectacle: The Work of Jodrell Bank in Postwar British Culture

Science and Spectacle

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"Science and Spectacle" by Jon Agar is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Equipment & Methods. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

This book relates the construction of the telescope to the politics and culture of post-war Britain.

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Best For: Readers interested in the intersection of science, technology, and cultural history
Focus: The development of the Jodrell Bank telescope within the context of post-war British politics and culture
Covers: The construction of the telescope and its significance in British scientific and cultural life after World War II
Why It Matters: It provides insight into how scientific instruments are influenced by and contribute to broader societal and political environments

"Science and Spectacle" by Jon Agar is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Equipment & Methods. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: Equipment & Methods

Author: Jon Agar

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

This book relates the construction of the telescope to the politics and culture of post-war Britain.

AuthorJon Agar
PublisherPsychology Press
Published1998
ISBN-139789057022586
BindingHardcover
Pages292
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsHistory
TopicEquipment & Methods
SeriesRoutledge Studies in the History of Science, Technology and

Format: Hardcover

Length: 292 pages

Language: English

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