SKU: 13058793224

Crystal Fire: The Invention of the Transistor and the Birth of the Information Age (Revised)

Sale price$20.65 Regular price$22.94
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $5.74 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 17 - Jul 22

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Crystal Fire: The Invention of the Transistor and the Birth of the Information Age (Revised)On December 16, 1947, John Bardeen and Walter Brattain, physicists at Bell Laboratories, jabbed two electrodes into a sliver of germanium. The power flowing from the germanium far exceeded what went in; in that moment the transistor was invented and the Information Age was born. No other devices have been as crucial to modern life as the transistor and the microchip it spawned, but the story of the science and personalities that made these inventions

On December 16, 1947, John Bardeen and Walter Brattain, physicists at Bell Laboratories, jabbed two electrodes into a sliver of germanium. The power flowing from the germanium far exceeded what went in; in that moment the transistor was invented and the Information Age was born. No other devices have been as crucial to modern life as the transistor and the microchip it spawned, but the story of the science and personalities that made these inventions possible has not been fully told until now. Crystal Fire fills this gap and carries the story forward. William Shockley, Bell Labs' team leader and co-recipient of the Nobel Prize with Brattain and Bardeen for the discovery, grew obsessed with the transistor and went on to become the father of Silicon Valley. Here is a deeply human story about the process of invention including the competition and economic aspirations involved all part of the greatest technological explosion in history. The intriguing history of the transistor its inventors, physics, and stunning impact on society and the economy unfolds here in a richly told tale." Science News "Thoroughly accessible to lay readers as well as the techno-savvy. . . . A

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Published: 12/17/1998
ISBN: 9780393318517
Pages: 352
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 8.17h x 5.47w x 0.86d

Review Citations: New York Times 01/17/1999 pg. 32
Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 13058793224

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.7 ★★★★★
Based on 17 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
C
Verified Purchase
Cathy Walker
Cuba, US
★★★★★ 5
Classic illustration
Format: Hardcover
Great book for children Classic illustration
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2026
N
Verified Purchase
Nana x10
Battle Creek, US
★★★★★ 4
Liked
Format: Hardcover
Liked
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2024
M
Verified Purchase
ma33755
Birmingham, US
★★★★★ 5
Great Classic Story
Format: Hardcover
Great classic for a great price!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2026
A
Verified Purchase
Anna DeHamer
Belleville, US
★★★★★ 5
Good smells, better clean
Scent: Assorted, Scent: Assorted
This Rinse & Robust 4-pack men’s soap is a great option for anyone looking for a refreshing and rugged scent in their daily routine. The bars come in four distinct manly fragrances—Santal, Leather, Charcoal & Clove Oil, and Cedar Citrus—which provide a long-lasting clean feeling. Made with natural ingredients like oat, green tea extract, and coconut oil, these soaps offer both exfoliation and moisture without harsh chemicals like sulfates or parabens. The 4-in-1 design makes them versatile for body, hands, face, and even shaving, making skincare simple and convenient. Packaged in a sleek gift box, this set makes an excellent gift for any man who appreciates high-quality grooming products.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2025
J
Verified Purchase
Jessica Arechiga
Waukegan, US
★★★★★ 5
Smells amazing!
Scent: Assorted
All of my boys loved these, highly recommend if you looking for natural soaps that smell amazing.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2026

recommand products