The wonders of technology in the 1950s from "summary" of The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid by Bill Bryson
Back in the 1950s, the world was a different place. It was a time when technology was seen as something truly wondrous and awe-inspiring. People marveled at the advances that were being made in all areas of life, from television to automobiles to kitchen appliances. One of the most remarkable technological wonders of the time was the television. Suddenly, families could gather around this magical box in their living rooms and watch programs from all over the country. It was like having a window to the outside world right in their own homes. The idea of being able to see events happening in real-time was mind-boggling to people of that era. Cars were another source of wonder in the 1950s. The sleek designs and powerful engines of the latest models were a sight to behold. People were no longer confined to their own neighborhoods - they could hop in their cars and drive wherever they pleased. The freedom and independence that cars provided were tru...
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