Hand's End Technology and the Limits of Nature

Hand's End provides a historical overview of Western philosophical thought about the interrelationship of technology and nature. . . . For all concerned about our planet and humankind's ability to find a sustainable future, Rothenberg extends his hand and mind in affirmation of a more beneficial technology."--Robert S. Blount III, Forest and Conservation Biology "Technology, human nature, and nature, according to Rothenberg, are inextricable. . . . [and are] explained en route to a bold new theory that encompasses ancient waterworks and nuclear weapons."--Howard Rheingold, editor ofThe Millennium Whole Earth Catalog "Using pungent historical examples, Hand's End argues that technology, properly used, can extend nature rather than destroy it."--Roger Shattuck, author of The Innocent EyeRothenberg, David is the author of 'Hand's End Technology and the Limits of Nature' with ISBN 9780520080553 and ISBN 0520080556.