Christina Howells

Stiegler and Technics (Critical Connections)

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ISBN 13:
9780748677023
author:
Christina Howells
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Edinburgh University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
312
Dimensions:
23.2 x 15.6 x 2 cm
Genre:
Society, Politics & Philosophy, Philosophy, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£29.69

Description

Bernard Stiegler's work offers a unique perspective on our contemporary concerns with consumerism, technology, and social distress. This collection of 17 essays explores his key theory of technics, which argues that the human is 'invented' through technics rather than purely biological evolution. Stiegler draws on concepts from Plato, Freud, Derrida, and Simondon to develop a comprehensive understanding of how our lives are shaped by technology. Contributors from various fields, including philosophy, anthropology, and psychoanalysis, offer insights into Stiegler's thought-provoking ideas. By examining the intersections between technics, aesthetics, and politics, this book provides a nuanced exploration of what it means to live a meaningful life in the face of rapid technological change. Through its diverse range of perspectives, this collection sheds light on pressing social issues and invites readers to engage with Stiegler's ambitious project: uncovering the essence of human existence.

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