Berker, Thomas
Domestication of Media and Technology
- ISBN 13:
- 9780335217687
- author:
- Berker, Thomas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Open University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 153mm X 225mm
- Genre:
- Social Science / General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This book provides an overview of the concept of domestication in media and technology studies. Domestication refers to the process by which a technology changes from being a novelty to becoming an everyday aspect of life.
The contributors explore past, current, and future applications of this concept, critically examining its theoretical legacy and offering insights into its potential development.
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