Coverley, Merlin

Psychogeography

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ISBN 13:
9780857302175
author:
Coverley, Merlin
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Oldcastle Books Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
224
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.16 kg
Genre:
Nonfiction, Politics, General
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£13.99

Description

Psychogeography explores the origins and development of this concept in 1950s Paris, tracing its connections to Guy Debord and the Situationists. The book examines how psychogeography has been applied in various fields, from urban walking to political radicalism, and how it relates to earlier traditions such as the visionary writing of William Blake and Thomas De Quincey. Merlin Coverley provides an analysis of key figures and their works, shedding light on the theoretical background and practical applications of psychogeography. This book offers new insights into our environment, transforming familiar streets into something new and unexpected for both urban wanderers and armchair travellers alike. By examining the evolution of psychogeography, this book provides a nuanced understanding of its significance and relevance in contemporary times.

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