The impact of technology on economic, political and social spheres: the transition from sail to steam in 19th century Malta
Journal: OAR@UM (University of Malta)
Year: 2018

Nowadays, we are aware that technology determines and affects our daily lives. We also acknowledge its impact on national political, economic and social development as well as its central role in contemporary globalisation. However, back in time when technology was still affirming its prominence, its impact on society was not yet so discernible. In the study of Maltese history it has often been relegated to secondary importance. One example is the research carried out on the advent and dissipati