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Book Synopsis: We no longer inhabit earth and dwell under the sky: these are being replaced by Google Earth and the Cloud. The terrestrial order is giving way to a digital order, the world of things is being replaced by a world of non-things – a constantly expanding ‘infosphere’ of information and communication which displaces objects and obliterates any stillness and calmness in our lives.
Byung-Chul Han’s critique of the infosphere highlights the price we are paying for our growing preoccupation with information and communication. Today we search for more information without gaining any real knowledge. We communicate constantly without participating in a community. We save masses of data without keeping track of our memories. We accumulate friends and followers without encountering other people. This is how information develops a form of life that has no stability or duration. And as we become increasingly absorbed in the infosphere, we lose touch with the magic of things which provide a stable environment for dwelling and give continuity to human life. The infosphere may seem to grant us new freedoms but it creates new forms of control too, and it cuts us off from the kind of freedom that is tied to acting in the world.
This new book by one of the most creative cultural theorists writing today will be of interest to a wide readership.
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Are you tired of living in an ever-expanding digital world where real human connection is replaced by constant communication without community? Do you find yourself accumulating information without gaining any real knowledge? If so, we have the perfect book for you.
Introducing "Non-things: Upheaval in the Lifeworld" by Byung-Chul Han, a thought-provoking critique of the modern infosphere that will make you question the way you interact with technology. This book delves deep into the consequences of our obsession with information and communication, highlighting the price we pay for losing touch with the magic of things.
With his unique perspective, Han invites readers to reflect on the destabilizing effect of the digital age, where we constantly seek more information but lack the true understanding and wisdom that comes from engaging with our physical surroundings. Through his insightful analysis, Han unveils the control mechanisms embedded within the infosphere and shows us how to regain the freedom that is tied to our actions in the world.
Whether you are a technology enthusiast or simply curious about the impact of the digital world on our lives, "Non-things: Upheaval in the Lifeworld" is a must-read. Experience the eye-opening ideas of one of the most creative cultural theorists today and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of our information-driven society.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to reconnect with the world of things and find stability in the ever-changing digital landscape. Order your copy of "Non-things: Upheaval in the Lifeworld" today!
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