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The 360° Gaze

Immersions in Media, Society, and Culture
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Description

A comprehensive study of the pervasive role of immersion and immersive media in postmodern culture, from a humanities and social sciences perspective.

Virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality, and other modes of digitally induced immersion herald a major cultural and economic shift in society. Most academic discussions of immersion and immersive media have focused on the technological aspects. In The 360° Gaze, Christian Stiegler takes a humanities and social science approach, emphasizing the human implications of immersive media in postmodern culture. Examining characteristics common to all immersive experiences, he uncovers dominant metaphors, such as the rabbit hole, and prevailing ideologies. He raises fundamental questions about opportunities and risks associated with immersion, as well as the potential effects on individuals, communities, and societies.

Product Details

PublisherThe MIT Press
Publish DateMay 25, 2021
Pages320
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook iconHardback
EAN/UPC9780262045667
Dimensions9.3 X 6.3 X 0.9 inches | 1.4 pounds

About the Author

Christian Stiegler is an internationally renowned researcher and expert on immersive media and emerging technologies. His work is at the forefront of efforts in the humanities and social sciences to create a responsible, ethical, and sustainable technological future.
 

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