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Barbed Wire: An Ecology Of Modernity
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The History Of Animals And Humans As Seen Through Barbed Wire.In This Original And Controversial Book, Historian And Philosopher Reviel Netz Explores The Development Of A Controlling And Paininducing Technologybarbed Wire. Surveying Its Development From 1874 To 1954, Netz Describes Its Use To Control Cattle During The Colonization Of The American West And To Control People In Nazi Concentration Camps And The Russian Gulag. Physical Control Over Space Was No Longer Symbolic After 1874.This Is A History Told From The Perspective Of Its Victims. With Vivid Examples Of The Interconnectedness Of Humans, Animals, And The Environment, This Dramatic Account Of Barbed Wire Presents Modern History Through The Lens Of Motion Being Prevented. Drawing Together The History Of Humans And Animals, Netz Delivers A Compelling New Perspective On The Issues Of Colonialism, Capitalism, Warfare, Globalization, Violence, And Suffering. Theoretically Sophisticated But Written With A Broad Readership In Mind, Barbed Wire Calls For Nothing Less Than A Reconsideration Of Modernity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Barbed Wire: An Ecology of Modernity'? A: The book explores the history of barbed wire as a controlling technology affecting both animals and humans, highlighting its impact from the colonization of the American West to its use in Nazi concentration camps.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Reviel Netz, a historian and philosopher.
- Q: When was 'Barbed Wire: An Ecology of Modernity' published? A: The book was published on November 10, 2009.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book has a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is a paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: The key themes include colonialism, capitalism, warfare, globalization, violence, and the interconnection of humans and animals.
- Q: Is this book suitable for a general audience? A: Yes, the book is theoretically sophisticated yet written for a broad readership.
- Q: What is the significance of barbed wire in modern history according to the book? A: Barbed wire is presented as a symbol of control over space and a tool that has influenced modernity through its use in various historical contexts.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, 'Barbed Wire: An Ecology of Modernity' is suitable for academic study, especially in fields such as history, sociology, and environmental studies.