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TechGnosis: Myth, Magic, and Mysticism in the Age of Information,Used
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Exploring the mystical impulses behind our obsession with information technology, TechGnosis presents a fascinating and passionately original perspective on technoculture.Today we often assume that the triumph of technological rationality has condemned the spiritual imagination to the trash heap of history. But as Erik Davis explains, religious impulses and magical dreams permeate the history of technology. Ranging from the printing press to the telegraph, from radio to the Internet, David peels away the utilitarian shell of technology to reveal the mystical and millennialist fervor that attends each new communications breakthrough. As he unveils the hidden history of technomysticism, Davis shows how the religious imagination continues to feed the utopian dreams, apocalyptic visions, and alien obsessions that populate today's technological unconscious.In these pages, Davis offers a lucid, playful, and astonishingly erudite journey through our hypermediated environment. Anyone grappling with the morphing boundaries and terminal speed of our present moment will want to take the ride.
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- Q: What is the main theme of TechGnosis? A: TechGnosis explores the intersection of technology and spirituality, examining how religious impulses and mystical beliefs influence our relationship with information technology.
- Q: Who is the author of TechGnosis? A: The author of TechGnosis is Erik Davis, who presents a unique perspective on technoculture.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: TechGnosis was published on November 16, 1999.
- Q: What type of binding does TechGnosis have? A: TechGnosis is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does TechGnosis have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: What condition are used copies of TechGnosis typically in? A: Used copies of TechGnosis are generally in 'Good' condition, with some copies being rated as 'Very Good'.
- Q: What category does TechGnosis belong to? A: TechGnosis falls under the category of Internet, Groupware, & Telecommunications.
- Q: Does TechGnosis cover modern technological advancements? A: Yes, the book discusses various technological advancements from the printing press to the Internet and their mystical implications.
- Q: Is TechGnosis suitable for someone interested in technology and spirituality? A: Yes, TechGnosis is ideal for readers interested in the spiritual dimensions of technology and its cultural impact.
- Q: What insights can I gain from reading TechGnosis? A: Readers can gain insights into the hidden history of techno-mysticism and how spiritual imagination influences technological developments.