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Book Synopsis: With the advent of digital devices and software, self-tracking practices have gained new adherents and have spread into a wide array of social domains. The Quantified Self movement has emerged to promote 'self-knowledge through numbers'. In this groundbreaking book Deborah Lupton critically analyses the social, cultural and political dimensions of contemporary self-tracking and identifies the concepts of selfhood and human embodiment and the value of the data that underpin them. The book incorporates discussion of the consolations and frustrations of self-tracking, as well as about the proliferating ways in which people's personal data are now used beyond their private rationales. Lupton outlines how the information that is generated through self-tracking is taken up and repurposed for commercial, governmental, managerial and research purposes. In the relationship between personal data practices and big data politics, the implications of self-tracking are becoming ever more crucial.
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Discover the power of self-tracking with The Quantified Self Book. In this groundbreaking book, Deborah Lupton delves deep into the social, cultural, and political dimensions of contemporary self-tracking. With the rise of digital devices and software, self-tracking has become more accessible and widespread than ever before. Join the Quantified Self movement and unlock the potential of 'self-knowledge through numbers'.
Are you looking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself? The Quantified Self Book offers valuable insights into concepts of selfhood and human embodiment. Learn how the data generated through self-tracking can reveal important patterns and trends, empowering you to make informed decisions about your health, lifestyle, and overall well-being.
But the benefits don't stop there. Discover how your personal data can be repurposed for commercial, governmental, managerial, and research purposes. Lupton explores the consolations and frustrations of self-tracking, providing a comprehensive analysis of its implications in today's big data politics.
Don't miss out on this thought-provoking book that will revolutionize the way you perceive and interact with your own data. Take control of your self-tracking journey and unlock a new level of self-knowledge. Embrace the Quantified Self movement today!
Get your copy of The Quantified Self Book and embark on an exciting journey of self-discovery.
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