Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Production And Distribution Of Knowledge In The United States"" by Fritz Machlup is a comprehensive analysis of the ways in which knowledge is created, disseminated, and utilized in the United States. The author explores the various institutions and mechanisms that contribute to the production and distribution of knowledge, including universities, research centers, libraries, and publishing houses.Machlup examines the historical development of these institutions and their role in shaping the intellectual landscape of the United States. He also discusses the economic and social factors that influence the production and distribution of knowledge, such as funding sources, intellectual property laws, and cultural norms.Throughout the book, Machlup emphasizes the importance of knowledge as a valuable resource in a modern society, and the need for efficient and effective systems for producing and sharing it. He also considers the challenges and opportunities presented by new technologies and changing social and economic conditions, and offers insights into how these developments may shape the future of knowledge production and distribution.Overall, ""The Production And Distribution Of Knowledge In The United States"" provides a thoughtful and insightful analysis of a critical aspect of modern society, and is essential reading for anyone interested in the role of knowledge in shaping our world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
