john_marciano_s_whatever_happened_to_the_metric_system_reviewed.html

8/10/2014

In this book review, the author discusses "Whatever Happened to the Metric System?" by John Bemelmans Marciano. The book explores the history and struggles of the metric system in the United States. The review notes Marciano's engaging writing style, as well as his thorough research on the topic. The author highlights the resistance to adopting the metric system in the U.S., delves into the influence of cultural and historical factors, and examines the consequences of maintaining the customary system of measurement. The review concludes that Marciano's book offers valuable insights into the challenges faced by the metric system and the implications of America's continued reliance on a non-metric measurement system.

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