H 5rd, Mikael
Hubris and Hybrids
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415949392
- author:
- H 5rd, Mikael
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 152 mm X 229 mm
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Hubris and Hybrids: A Cultural History of Technology and Science explores how human societies have interacted with new technology over time. Innovations can be both transformative and challenging, affecting relationships among people and between humans and the natural world. To harness the potential of scientific and technological advancements, it's essential to balance our ambitions with cultural sensitivity. This book examines various examples, including film, industrial design, and alternative environmental technologies, from different regions such as Europe, North America, and Asia. By considering these diverse perspectives, we can better understand the complexities of high-tech civilization. By studying the past, we can gain insights into how to make effective use of our technological achievements and avoid the pitfalls of unchecked hubris.
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