Arqueología de Los Medios : La Tecnología Desde una Temporalidad Difus.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Barros, Manuela de.

Language:

Spanish

Subjects (All):

Magic.

Technology and civilization.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (104 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Bogota : Herder México, 2018.

Summary:

This book explores the persistence of magical thinking within the realm of modern technology. The author challenges the commonly held belief that a distinct cultural separation exists between ancient times and the contemporary world, particularly in relation to technology. The text delves into how old magical and esoteric beliefs have influenced the biographies of key figures in the technological and scientific advancements of the 19th century. It examines the hidden aspects of communication technologies, referencing historical figures such as Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell, who have been associated with spiritualism and attempts to communicate with the dead. The book articulates the complex intersection of magic, technology, and the human-machine relationship, proposing a contemporary resurgence of spiritual concepts within technological development, particularly in Silicon Valley. Intended for readers interested in the philosophical and historical connections between technology, magic, and esoteric traditions. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

607-7727-72-5

OCLC:

1394117259