Embodying the Matrix - Technology Gender and Identity in the Digital Age

Pasquale De Marco

Maison d'édition: Publishdrive

Synopsis

In an era where technology and biology converge, Embodying the Matrix: Technology, Gender, and Identity in the Digital Age explores the profound impact of technology on our understanding of gender, identity, and the very nature of being human.

At the heart of this exploration lies the concept of the cyborg—a figure that embodies the fusion of human and machine. This book delves into the ways in which the cyborg has been imagined and represented in popular culture, from science fiction to film, television, and video games. It examines how these representations shape our understanding of gender, embodiment, and the boundaries between the natural and the artificial.

Through a series of thought-provoking chapters, Embodying the Matrix interrogates the gendered design of technology, the impact of technology on gender roles, and the representation of gender in technoscience. It explores the potential of the cyborg to challenge traditional notions of family, work, and the law, while also considering the ethical and social implications of these technological advancements.

This book offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary examination of the cyborg phenomenon, drawing on insights from gender studies, science and technology studies, cultural studies, and philosophy. It engages with the work of leading scholars and thinkers in these fields to provide a nuanced and comprehensive understanding of the cyborg's significance in shaping our contemporary world.

Embodying the Matrix is essential reading for anyone interested in the future of technology, gender, and the human condition. It is a timely and provocative exploration of one of the most pressing issues of our time, offering a unique perspective on the evolving relationship between humans and machines.

This book invites readers to question their assumptions about what it means to be human in an age of rapid technological change. It challenges us to confront our fears and embrace the possibilities of a future where humans and machines coexist and co-create.

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Disponible depuis: 02/06/2025.

Longueur d'impression: 165 pages.

Sciences humaines et Humanités

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