Guillaume De Syon Bücher

In the early 20th century, the Zeppelin airship inspired a unique sense of awe. These phenomenal rigid, lighter-than-air craft - the invention of Ferdinand Graf von Zeppelin (1838-1917) - approached the size of a small village. Although they moved slowly, there was no mistaking their exciting - or ominous - potential. Friends of the machine believed that it would revolutionize commerce, carry scientists to otherwise inaccessible places, and deliver bombs with great accuracy. Before the aeroplane proved its reliability and superior practicality - and before the fiery crash of the Hindenburg in 1937 - Zeppelins made a deep impression on the minds of Europeans, especially in Germany.

Focusing on the transformative impact of scientific and technological advances, this volume explores the everyday lives of Europeans over the last two centuries. It highlights significant historical events, including the Napoleonic Wars and the Cold War, alongside major revolutions such as the Industrial and Computer Revolutions. By examining various aspects of daily life, the book illustrates how these changes shaped modern European society.