A People’s History of Computing in the United States by Joy Lisi Rankin

Explore the untold stories of everyday people who shaped computing in A People’s History of Computing in the United States by Joy Lisi Rankin. Published by Harvard University Press, this groundbreaking book challenges the dominant Silicon Valley narrative by spotlighting the contributions of students, teachers, and communities who built innovative digital cultures long before Big Tech took the stage.

Through detailed historical research, Rankin reveals how computing was once seen as a tool for education, collaboration, and public good—not just profit. From the Dartmouth Time-Sharing System to regional networks in schools and universities, this book paints a powerful portrait of a grassroots computing movement that helped shape the digital world we know today.

Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, historian, educator, or simply curious about the social forces behind digital innovation, A People’s History of Computing in the United States offers a refreshingly human perspective on computing history.

📌 Product Details:

• Book Name: A People’s History of Computing in the United States

• Author: Joy Lisi Rankin

• Publisher: Harvard University Press

• ISBN: 9780674970977

• Primary Category: History of Technology / Computing / U.S. History

✨ Why You Should Read This Book:
✔ Discover the democratic roots of computing in schools and communities.
✔ Challenge the myth that tech history is only about Silicon Valley.
✔ Gain insight into how ordinary people pioneered digital innovation.
✔ A must-read for anyone interested in tech, education, or history.
✔ Perfect for educators, researchers, and socially conscious readers.

💡 Order your copy today and rediscover computing history through the lens of the people who made it.