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Shrinking the Technosphere: Getting a Grip on Technologies that Limit our Autonomy, Selfsufficiency and Freedom,Used
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This book debunks the prevailing view that whatever the problem, it's newer, bigger and better technology that's the solution.Over the past two centuries we have witnessed a wholesale replacement of most of the previous methods of conducting both business and daily life with new, technologically advanced, more efficient methods.What exactly is progressive or efficient about this new arrangement is hardly ever examined in depth: if the new ways of doing things are so much better, then we must all be leading relaxed, stressfree, enjoyable lives with plenty of free time to devote to art and leisure activities. But a more careful look at these changes shows us that many of these advances are not weighing favourably in a harm/benefit comparison. The harm to the environment, society, and even to our own personalities, on an individual level, is plain to see, but is brushed off with hollow claims about efficiency and progress.Shrinking the Technosphere guides readers through the process of bringing technology down to a manageable number of carefully chosen, essential, wellunderstood and controllable elements. It is about regaining the freedom to use technology for our own benefit, and is critical reading for all who seek to get back to a point where technologies assist us rather than control us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Shrinking the Technosphere'? A: The main theme of 'Shrinking the Technosphere' is exploring how modern technologies impact our autonomy, self-sufficiency, and freedom, urging readers to critically assess the benefits and harms of technological advancements.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Shrinking the Technosphere' is Dmitry Orlov, a writer with a background in Computer Engineering and Linguistics.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book 'Shrinking the Technosphere' has a total of 256 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Shrinking the Technosphere'? A: The book was published on November 28, 2016.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This edition of 'Shrinking the Technosphere' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book suitable for individuals concerned about environmental issues? A: Yes, 'Shrinking the Technosphere' is categorized under Environmental themes, making it suitable for readers interested in environmental issues.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn how to bring technology down to manageable levels and regain control over their use of technology, benefiting their autonomy and self-sufficiency.
- Q: Does the book provide practical solutions to technological issues? A: Yes, the book offers guidance on selecting essential and controllable technologies to assist rather than control users.
- Q: Is 'Shrinking the Technosphere' suitable for academic studies? A: Given its critical examination of technology, the book can be a valuable resource for academic studies related to technology, sociology, and environmental science.
- Q: What previous works has Dmitry Orlov authored? A: Dmitry Orlov has authored several previous books, including 'Reinventing Collapse' and 'The Five Stages of Collapse'.