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Surveillance Studies: An Overview
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The Study Of Surveillance Is More Relevant Than Ever Before. The Fast Growth Of The Field Of Surveillance Studies Reflects Both The Urgency Of Civil Liberties And Privacy Questions In The War On Terror Era And The Classical Social Science Debates Over The Power Of Watching And Classification, From Bentham To Foucault And Beyond. In This Overview, David Lyon, One Of The Pioneers Of Surveillance Studies, Fuses With Aplomb Classical Debates And Contemporary Examples To Provide The Most Accessible And Uptodate Introduction To Surveillance Available.The Book Takes In Surveillance Studies In All Its Breadth, From Local Facetoface Oversight Through Technical Developments In Closedcircuit Tv, Radio Frequency Identification And Biometrics To Global Trends That Integrate Surveillance Systems Internationally. Surveillance Is Understood In Its Ambiguity, From Caring To Controlling, And The Role Of Visibility Of The Surveilled Is Taken As Seriously As The Powers Of Observing, Classifying And Judging. The Book Draws On International Examples And On The Insights Of Several Disciplines; Sociologists, Political Scientists And Geographers Will Recognize Key Issues From Their Work Here, But So Will People From Media, Culture, Organization, Technology And Policy Studies. This Illustrates The Diverse Strands Of Thought And Critique Available, While At The Same Time The Book Makes Its Own Distinct Contribution And Offers Tools For Evaluating Both Surveillance Trends And The Theories That Explain Them.This Book Is The Perfect Introduction For Anyone Wanting To Understand Surveillance As A Phenomenon And The Tools For Analysing It Further, And Will Be Essential Reading For Students And Scholars Alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Surveillance Studies: An Overview'? A: 'Surveillance Studies: An Overview' focuses on the field of surveillance studies, discussing its relevance in contemporary society, especially regarding civil liberties and privacy in the context of the war on terror.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Surveillance Studies: An Overview' is David Lyon, a pioneer in the field of surveillance studies.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Surveillance Studies: An Overview' contains a total of 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Surveillance Studies: An Overview' published? A: 'Surveillance Studies: An Overview' was published on July 30, 2007.
- Q: What disciplines does the book draw insights from? A: The book draws insights from various disciplines, including sociology, political science, geography, media studies, culture, organization, technology, and policy studies.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in the field of surveillance studies? A: Yes, 'Surveillance Studies: An Overview' is designed as an accessible introduction for anyone wanting to understand surveillance as a phenomenon.
- Q: What key themes are addressed in this book? A: Key themes include the power dynamics of surveillance, the ambiguity of surveillance practices, and the integration of surveillance systems on a global scale.
- Q: Does the book provide real-world examples of surveillance? A: Yes, the book includes international examples and case studies to illustrate the concepts discussed.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'Surveillance Studies: An Overview' is available in its first edition.