23 cm, 320 pages. DJ worn and soiled, some tears to DJ. Inscribed to noted journalist and author Colman McCarthy. The author examines issues such as the ability of technology to "deliver" on its promise to bring development to the third world, and whether modern technology is truly the key to successful development.

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Bibliographic Details

Title

The Uncertain Promise: Value Conflicts in Technology Transfer

Publisher

IDOC/North America, New York

Publication Date

1977

Language

English

ISBN 10

0890210446

ISBN 13

9780890210444

Binding

Hardcover

Edition

Presumed First Edition/First Printing.

Condition

Very good

Dust Jacket Condition

fair

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