Hon, Adrian
A New History of the Future in 100 Objects
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262539371
- author:
- Hon, Adrian
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- MIT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 centimeters (0.37 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Technology & Engineering, Social Aspects,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A New History of the Future in 100 Objects A Fiction by Adrian Hon explores the potential legacy of our future through artifacts and technologies. This thought-provoking work presents a possible twenty-first century, imagining how we might be remembered in the years to come. From silent messaging systems to artificial worlds on asteroids, the curator's reflections offer a glimpse into a world shaped by technological advancements and societal trends. The book delves into the consequences of our current choices, including the impact of connectivity, virtual reality, and emerging technologies like downvote networks and Glyphish. By examining these objects and artifacts, Hon constructs a possible future that is both familiar and unsettling, inviting readers to consider the possibilities and implications of our own time.
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