The Evolution of Silicon Valley

This thoughtfully arranged chronology showcases over five hundred high-resolution photographs as it traces the evolution of Silicon Valley from a bucolic farming community into the global leader of technology and innovation. Journey through the wild days of the Gold Rush, meander through the idyllic era of agriculture, and receive an insider's look into why the invention of the microchip, personal computer and Internet all happened here. This book serves as a tribute to the region who's innovations continually transform the world--where the only constant is change itself.