Publisher's Synopsis
In today's fast-paced society, it seems like information moves at the speed of light. More than just a social networking tool, Twitter has been a transformational platform in the worlds of communication, news, and socializing. From activists in Iran to presidents of the United States, Twitter is now an invaluable medium for sharing information. In this book, readers will be transported into a world that may be hard to imagine, one before Twitter. Colorful photographs, real-world examples, and engaging text come together to give readers the full backstory on one of today's most popular and impactful communications technologies, its applications and importance in today's society, and how it has come to change the world, for worse or for better.
