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Cool Comfort

America's Romance with Air-Conditioning

America's Romance with Air-Conditioning

By Marsha Ackermann

By Marsha Ackermann

By Marsha Ackermann

By Marsha Ackermann

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Jul 06, 2010 | ISBN 9781588342799

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Aug 06, 2013 | ISBN 9781588344014

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    About Cool Comfort

    The year 2002 marked the 100th anniversary of the first installation of air-conditioning. During the past century, it has become a staple of American life; 83% of US homes are now air-conditioned. In this engaging social history, Marsha Ackermann explores how the idea of “cooling” became firmly embedded in the social perceptions and expectations of Americans, transforming our definition of comfort and the way we live, work, and play.

    About Cool Comfort

    The year 2002 marked the 100th anniversary of the first installation of air-conditioning. During the past century, it has become a staple of American life; 83% of US homes are now air-conditioned. In this engaging social history, Marsha Ackermann explores how the idea of “cooling” became firmly embedded in the social perceptions and expectations of Americans, transforming our definition of comfort and the way we live, work, and play.

    Product Details

    Category: World History | 20th Century U.S. History

    Paperback | $29.95
    Published by Smithsonian Books
    Jul 06, 2010 | 224 Pages | 6 x 9 | ISBN 9781588342799

    Category: World History | 20th Century U.S. History

    Ebook | $21.99
    Published by Smithsonian Books
    Aug 06, 2013 | 224 Pages | ISBN 9781588344014

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