Empire of the Sum

This engaging history explores the development and impact of the pocket calculator, highlighting its role in shaping modern mathematics, science, and technology. Keith Houston guides listeners through a global narrative, from ancient tools to the electronic devices that revolutionized our world, all while shedding light on the inventors and moments that made it possible. With a blend of humor and scholarship, the book offers a fascinating look at how this essential tool transformed society and paved the way for the digital age.