Book Essays

Cathedral, Forge and Waterwheel Essay:  You have two choices on this essay. Write 600-700 words (about three pages) on one of the following questions.  Due in class, October 24.

1. In what way was European science and technology (consider both separately) influenced by outside cultures, such as China, India, and the Muslim world during the Middle Ages?

2. What was the role of cities in the development of Middle Ages European science and technology? What were the links between urbanization and science and technology?

3. What role did religion and religious institutions play in the development of science and technology in Middle Ages Europe?

The Victorian Internet Essay: You have two choices on this essay. Write 600-700 words (about three pages) on one of the following questions. This will be due in class, Nov 14.

1. Standage suggests that the telegraph was an "Internet" for the Victorian Age. Do you consider this to a valid analogy? Use concrete examples to back up your answer.
2. What do you regard as being the most important changes brought about by the telegraph? Use concrete examples to back up your answer.