Curtis, Neal

The Pictorial Turn. Edited by Neal Curtis

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ISBN 13:: 9780415508742
author:: Curtis, Neal
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Taylor & Francis Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2011
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 17.4 x 24.4 x 1.7 centimetres (0
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Media Studies,
Condition:: New
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The Pictorial Turn by Neal Curtis This collection of essays explores the role of pictures and images in our culture, examining their relationship to language, their power over observers, and their place in various disciplines. Contributors from art history, philosophy, geography, media studies, visual studies, anthropology, and other fields come together to consider topics such as the nature of landscape, the status of images in science, and the "life" of images. Picture theory and iconology are broadened by this diverse range of perspectives, extending beyond conventional understandings of visual culture. The book offers a nuanced understanding of how pictures operate on us and the world around us, shedding light on the complexities of image-making and their impact on society. Published in 2011, The Pictorial Turn is a seminal work that brings together thinkers from various disciplines to explore the significance of images in our contemporary world.

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