How Long to Read Alternative Modernity

How Long Does it Take to Read Alternative Modernity?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 26 minutes to read Alternative Modernity by Andrew Feenberg

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In this new collection of essays, Andrew Feenberg argues that conflicts over the design and organization of the technical systems that structure our society shape deep choices for the future. A pioneer in the philosophy of technology, Feenberg demonstrates the continuing vitality of the critical theory of the Frankfurt School. He calls into question the anti-technological stance commonly associated with its theoretical legacy and argues that technology contains potentialities that could be developed as the basis for an alternative form of modern society. Feenberg's critical reflections on the ideas of Jürgen Habermas, Herbert Marcuse, Jean-François Lyotard, and Kitaro Nishida shed new light on the philosophical study of technology and modernity. He contests the prevalent conception of technology as an unstoppable force responsive only to its own internal dynamic and politicizes the discussion of its social and cultural construction. This argument is substantiated in a series of compelling and well-grounded case studies. Through his exploration of science fiction and film, AIDS research, the French experience with the "information superhighway," and the Japanese reception of Western values, he demonstrates how technology, when subjected to public pressure and debate, can incorporate ethical and aesthetic values.

How long is Alternative Modernity?

Alternative Modernity by Andrew Feenberg is 263 pages long, and a total of 66,539 words.

This makes it 89% the length of the average book. It also has 81% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Alternative Modernity Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 3 minutes to read Alternative Modernity aloud.

What Reading Level is Alternative Modernity?

Alternative Modernity is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

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