Presents an overview of the nature of modern technology and its relationships with science, engineering, and religion. The social and political forces which increasingly impinge on technological development are analyzed within the framework of broad institutional change. The author's critical perspective will be welcomed by scholars and students troubled by society's growing reliance on technological solutions to complex social and political problems.

Presents an overview of the nature of modern technology and its relationships with science, engineering, and religion. The social and political forces which increasingly impinge on technological development are analyzed within the framework of broad institutional change. The author's critical perspective will be welcomed by scholars and students troubled by society's growing reliance on technological solutions to complex social and political problems.