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Book Synopsis: TechGnosis is a cult classic of media studies that straddles the line between academic discourse and popular culture; it appeals to both those secular and spiritual, to fans of cyberpunk and hacker literature and culture as much as new-thought adherents and spiritual seekers. How does our fascination with technology intersect with the religious imagination? In TechGnosis—a cult classic now updated and reissued with a new afterword—Erik Davis argues that while the realms of the digital and the spiritual may seem worlds apart, esoteric and religious impulses have in fact always permeated (and sometimes inspired) technological communication. Davis uncovers startling connections between such seemingly disparate topics as electricity and alchemy; online roleplaying games and religious and occult practices; virtual reality and gnostic mythology; programming languages and Kabbalah. The final chapters address the apocalyptic dreams that haunt technology, providing vital historical context as well as new ways to think about a future defined by the mutant intermingling of mind and machine, nightmare and fantasy.
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Unlock the secrets of the digital age with TechGnosis: Myth, Magic, and Mysticism in the Age of Information. This cult classic of media studies bridges the gap between academic discourse and popular culture, captivating both secular and spiritual audiences alike. Whether you're a cyberpunk enthusiast or a spiritual seeker, this book is sure to ignite your imagination.
Discover the hidden connections between technology and the religious imagination. In TechGnosis, author Erik Davis exposes the surprising links between electricity and alchemy, online roleplaying games and occult practices, virtual reality and ancient mythology, and programming languages and Kabbalah. Prepare to expand your mind as you delve into the depths of these fascinating connections.
But TechGnosis doesn't stop there. Davis sheds light on the apocalyptic dreams that haunt our technological advancements. Gain valuable historical context and explore new ways of thinking about the future, where the boundaries between mind and machine, nightmare and fantasy, converge in a mutant fusion. Brace yourself for a thought-provoking journey into the unknown.
Ready to embark on this captivating exploration? Get your copy of TechGnosis now and be transported to a world where myth, magic, and technology collide. Experience the power of knowledge and get ready to question everything you thought you knew about the interplay between science and spirituality. Don't miss out on this transformative reading experience. Order your copy of TechGnosis today!
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