How Modernity Forgets

How Modernity Forgets

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Aug 31, 2009 · English · Paperback (158 pages)
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Book Details

Format Paperback
Pages 158
Language English
Published Aug 31, 2009
Publisher Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10 0521745802
ISBN-13 9780521745802

Description

In this thought-provoking exploration, the author delves into the phenomenon of collective memory and its shortcomings in modern society. By examining the ways modernity shapes and sometimes obscures our recollections, the narrative invites readers to ponder the significance of memory in shaping identity and culture.

Through insightful analysis, the book highlights the disconnection we often feel from our past and the implications this has for our understanding of ourselves and the world. As it navigates the intricate relationship between memory and modern life, it urges a reflection on how contemporary experiences can both enrich and diminish our capacity to remember.

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Art & Photography Contemporary
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