We Have Never Been Modern
We Have Never Been Modern
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1993
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Book • Nonfiction
1993
Adult
18+ years
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In We Have Never Been Modern, Bruno Latour explores the divide between nature and society, challenging the traditional view of modernity. He argues that science and society are interconnected networks of relationships, blurring the boundaries between nature and culture, and urging a rethinking of what it means to be 'modern.'
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Mysterious
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We Have Never Been Modern by Bruno Latour challenges the separation of nature and society, offering a compelling critique of modernity. Positively received for its innovative perspective and interdisciplinary approach, it can be dense and complex, potentially alienating casual readers. Its profound impact on science and technology studies is widely acknowledged, despite its demanding prose.
Who Should Read We Have Never Been Modern?
A reader who enjoys We Have Never Been Modern likely thrives on philosophical discussions about science, technology, and society. Fans of Thomas Kuhn's The Structure of Scientific Revolutions or Donna Haraway's Simians, Cyborgs, and Women would appreciate Latour's exploration of the blurred boundaries between nature and culture.
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