The Human Use of Human Beings: Cybernetics and Society

The book is in fair condition with visible wear on the cover, including some edge wear and a small tear at the top. The spine is intact but shows signs of handling. There is no dust jacket, as it is a softcover edition. The pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings.

"The Human Use of Human Beings: Cybernetics and Society" by Norbert Wiener is a landmark text in the field of cybernetics, first published in 1950. This particular copy is the Second Edition Revised, published in 1954 by Doubleday Anchor Books, Doubleday & Company, Inc., located in Garden City, New York. Norbert Wiener, a prominent mathematician at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, explores the implications of cybernetics on society and human interactions. This edition stands out for its revised content, reflecting the evolving understanding of cybernetics in the mid-20th century. The book does not have a dust jacket, and it is bound in a softcover format. It is a significant piece for collectors interested in the history of technology and society. The condition of this copy shows typical wear for its age, but it remains a valuable resource for understanding the foundational concepts of cybernetics and its applications.