Benjamin, Walter

The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction (Penguin Great Ideas)

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ISBN 13:: 9780141036199
author:: Benjamin, Walter
format:: Mass Market Paperback
publisher:: Penguin
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2008
Pages:: 128
Dimensions:: 11.2 x 0.8 x 18.1 centimetres (0
Genre:: Theory of art
Condition:: New
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Walter Benjamin's groundbreaking essay explores the impact of mass media on the way we experience and interact with art. In the age of mechanical reproduction, audiences can engage with a work of art repeatedly, leading to new social and political implications. This thought-provoking work challenges our understanding of the role of art in society and its effects on human experience. Throughout history, certain books have had a profound impact on the world, shaping our perceptions of ourselves and others, inspiring debate and dissent, and even driving revolution. This book is a key work in the development of cultural theory, offering insights into the complex relationships between art, technology, and society. Published in 2008, this edition of Walter Benjamin's essay provides a unique opportunity to engage with a foundational text of modern thought.

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