Blair, Ann
Information: A Short History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691261553
- author:
- Blair, Ann
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 424
- Dimensions:
- 23.1 x 15.5 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Media Studies,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Information: A Short History explores how information has shaped and been shaped by societies across different epochs and regions. From the premodern era to today, this comprehensive guide delves into the ways diverse cultures have created, managed, and shared facts and knowledge.
The book covers a broad range of topics, including networks, bureaucracy, publicity, propaganda, censorship, privacy, intellectual property, digitization, telecommunications, storage and search, among others. An international team of experts brings their expertise to this project, providing valuable historical perspectives on the role of information in modern society.
Featuring a new introduction, suggested further readings, and a glossary of key terms, Information: A Short History is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand our modern mania for informed existence.
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