The Idea Factory
Narrated by Chris Sorensen
- Released
- April 13, 2012
- Length
- 17 hrs 28 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Recorded Books
In The Idea Factory, journalist Jon Gertner explores the remarkable history of Bell Labs from the 1920s to the 1980s, highlighting its role as a powerhouse of innovation. With a workforce of nearly 15,000—including 1,200 PhD holders and 13 Nobel laureates—Bell Labs fostered a dynamic environment that encouraged groundbreaking ideas. The scientists there developed concepts that continue to influence modern technological advancements.
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