[PDF] Sensing The World eBook

Author : David Le Breton
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 28,22 MB
Release : 2020-05-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1000183394

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Sensing the World: An Anthropology of the Senses is a highly original and comprehensive overview of the anthropology and sociology of the body and the senses. Discussing each sense in turn – seeing, hearing, touch, smell, and taste – Le Breton has written a truly monumental work, vast in scope and deeply engaging in style. Among other pioneering moves, he gives equal attention to light and darkness, sound and silence, and his disputation of taste explores aspects of disgust and revulsion. Part phenomenological, part historical, this is above all a cultural account of perception, which returns the body and the senses to the center of social life. Le Breton is the leading authority on the anthropology of the body and the senses in French academia. With a repute comparable to the late Pierre Bourdieu, his 30+ books have been translated into numerous languages. This is the first of his works to be made available in English. This sensuously nuanced translation of La Saveur du monde is accompanied by a spicy preface from series editor David Howes, who introduces Le Breton's work to an English-speaking audience and highlights its implications for the disciplines of anthropology, sociology, and the cross-disciplinary field of sensory studies.

Author : Mandy Harvey
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 25,33 MB
Release : 2017-09-26
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1501172255

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The inspiring true story of a young woman who became deaf at age 19 while pursuing a degree in music--and how she overcame adversity and found the courage to live out her dreams.

Author : David Le Breton
Publisher : Bloomsbury Academic
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 18,45 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781474244183

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Sensing the World: An Anthropology of the Senses is a highly original and comprehensive overview of the anthropology and sociology of the body and the senses. Discussing each sense in turn - seeing, hearing, touch, smell, and taste - Le Breton has written a truly monumental work, vast in scope and deeply engaging in style. Among other pioneering moves, he gives equal attention to light and darkness, sound and silence, and his disputation of taste explores aspects of disgust and revulsion. Part phenomenological, part historical, this is above all a cultural account of perception, which returns the body and the senses to the center of social life. Le Breton is the leading authority on the anthropology of the body and the senses in French academia. With a repute comparable to the late Pierre Bourdieu, his 30+ books have been translated into numerous languages. This is the first of his works to be made available in English. This sensuously nuanced translation of La Saveur du monde is accompanied by a spicy preface from series editor David Howes, who introduces Le Breton's work to an English-speaking audience and highlights its implications for the disciplines of anthropology, sociology, and the cross-disciplinary field of sensory studies.

Author : David Howes
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 46,71 MB
Release : 2013-10-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1317929470

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Ways of Sensing is a stimulating exploration of the cultural, historical and political dimensions of the world of the senses. The book spans a wide range of settings and makes comparisons between different cultures and epochs, revealing the power and diversity of sensory expressions across time and space. The chapters reflect on topics such as the tactile appeal of medieval art, the healing power of Navajo sand paintings, the aesthetic blight of the modern hospital, the role of the senses in the courtroom, and the branding of sensations in the marketplace. Howes and Classen consider how political issues such as nationalism, gender equality and the treatment of minority groups are shaped by sensory practices and metaphors. They also reveal how the phenomenon of synaesthesia, or mingling of the senses, can be seen as not simply a neurological condition but a vital cultural mode of creating social and cosmic interconnections. Written by leading scholars in the field, Ways of Sensing provides readers with a valuable and engaging introduction to the life of the senses in society.

Author : Eugene A. Sharkov
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 648 pages
File Size : 38,36 MB
Release : 2003-12-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540439462

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The most comprehensive description of the physical foundations of methods and instruments in the fields of passive remote sensing applied to investigations of the Earth, Solar system bodies and space. Emphasis is placed on the physical aspects necessary to judge the possibilities and limitations of passive remote sensing methods in specific observation cases. Numerous practical applications and illustrations are given referring to airspace up-to-date experiments. Due to the lack in traditional separation on methods and instruments of remote sensing of the Earth and outerterrestrial space this book aims to supply more information in this field.

Author : Constance Classen
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 40,35 MB
Release : 2023-02-28
Category : History
ISBN : 1000884392

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First published in 1993, Worlds of Sense is an exploration of the historical and cultural formation of the senses. As the author demonstrates, different cultures have strikingly different ways of ‘making sense’ of the world. In the modern urban West, we are accustomed to thinking in terms of visual models such as ‘world view,’ whereas the Ongee of the Andaman Islands, for example, live in a world ordered by smell and the Tzotzil of Mexico hold that temperature is the basic force of the cosmos. In a fascinating examination of the role of the senses in diverse societies and eras, Constance Classen shows the extent to which perception is shaped by and expressive of cultural values. This book will be of interest to students of cultural studies, sociology, anthropology, and philosophy.

Author : Charles Nehme
Publisher : Charles Nehme
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 16,19 MB
Release :
Category : Computers
ISBN :

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Exploring the World of Arduino Sensors In today's era of rapid technological advancement, the ability to sense and interact with the physical world has become a cornerstone of innovation. This capability allows us to gather data, automate tasks, create responsive systems, and bring our ideas to life in exciting ways. At the heart of this capability lies an incredible ecosystem of sensors, and at the forefront of accessible and versatile sensor platforms stands the Arduino. Arduino, the open-source electronics platform, has revolutionized the way we approach electronics projects. Its user-friendly interface, extensive community support, and a rich library of sensors and modules have democratized electronics, making it accessible to hobbyists, students, and professionals alike. In this document (or project), we delve into the fascinating realm of Arduino sensors. These remarkable devices come in a myriad of forms, each designed to detect and measure specific physical phenomena. From monitoring environmental parameters such as temperature and humidity to tracking motion, light, sound, and even the Earth's position in space, Arduino sensors empower us to create solutions to an array of challenges. Our journey through Arduino sensors will introduce us to an eclectic mix of devices, each with its unique abilities and applications. We will explore how these sensors work, how to connect them to Arduino boards, and how to write code that harnesses their data. Whether you're a seasoned maker looking to expand your toolkit or a newcomer eager to embark on your first sensor-driven project, this exploration promises to be an enlightening adventure. Together, we will unlock the potential of Arduino sensors, pushing the boundaries of what we can sense and achieve. Whether it's building a weather station, designing a home automation system, or crafting an interactive artwork, Arduino sensors are the tools that will help us transform imagination into reality. So, let's embark on this journey into the world of Arduino sensors, where innovation knows no bounds, and where the fusion of electronics and creativity opens doors to endless possibilities.

Author : Lorenza Mondada
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 632 pages
File Size : 22,21 MB
Release : 2021-11-04
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1108657656

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This book offers a novel perspective on how people engage in sensing the materiality of the world as a way of social interaction. It proposes a conceptual and analytical advance in how to approach sensing as an intersubjective and interactional phenomenon within the framework of conversation analysis and ethnomethodology. Based on a uniquely rich set of video-recorded data, the author shows how people reacting to cheese in gourmet shops across Europe highlights the part the senses play in human behaviour and communication. The multimodal analysis of the case studies reveals the systematic features of looking, touching, smelling, and tasting in situated activities. By blending interdisciplinary research with real life, the volume puts together a theoretical and methodological framework for studying the embodied and linguistic dimensions of sensing in interaction.

Author : Madeline Schwartzman
Publisher : Black Dog Pub Limited
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 41,17 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781907317293

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" ... Is the first book to survey the intersection between design, the body, science and the senses, from the utopian pods and head gear of the 1960s, to the high-tech prostheses, wearable computing, implants, and interfaces between computers and humans of the past decade ..."--Introduction, p. 6.