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Product Identifiers
PublisherMIT Press
ISBN-100262731584
ISBN-139780262731584
eBay Product ID (ePID)2451631
Product Key Features
Book TitleInformation Arts : Intersections of Art, Science, and Technology
Number of Pages970 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicPhilosophy & Social Aspects, Methodology
Publication Year2003
FeaturesReprint
IllustratorYes
GenreSocial Science, Science
AuthorStephen Wilson
Book SeriesLeonardo Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.7 in
Item Weight53.3 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width7.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Reviews"An admirable compendium of work....The book's roster reads like a who's who ofinternational scenemakers." Wired, An admirable compendium of work....The book's roster reads like a who's who of international scenemakers., "Wilson...has bravely tried to survey the entire intersection of the arts and the sciences." Mike Holderness New Scientist, "Wilson...has bravely tried to survey the entire intersection of the arts and thesciences." Mike Holderness New Scientist, "Wilson...has bravely tried to survey the entire intersection of the arts and the sciences." - Mike Holderness, New Scientist, "An admirable compendium of work....The book's roster reads like a who's who of international scenemakers." Wired
Dewey Edition21
Grade FromCollege Graduate Student
Dewey Decimal700.1/05
Edition DescriptionReprint
SynopsisAn introduction to the work and ideas of artists who use--and even influence--science and technology. A new breed of contemporary artist engages science and technology--not just to adopt the vocabulary and gizmos, but to explore and comment on the content, agendas, and possibilities. Indeed, proposes Stephen Wilson, the role of the artist is not only to interpret and to spread scientific knowledge, but to be an active partner in determining the direction of research. Years ago, C. P. Snow wrote about the "two cultures" of science and the humanities; these developments may finally help to change the outlook of those who view science and technology as separate from the general culture. In this rich compendium, Wilson offers the first comprehensive survey of international artists who incorporate concepts and research from mathematics, the physical sciences, biology, kinetics, telecommunications, and experimental digital systems such as artificial intelligence and ubiquitous computing. In addition to visual documentation and statements by the artists, Wilson examines relevant art-theoretical writings and explores emerging scientific and technological research likely to be culturally significant in the future. He also provides lists of resources including organizations, publications, conferences, museums, research centers, and Web sites., An introduction to the work and ideas of artists who use--and even influence--science and technology.