Don Ihde Livres

This expanded new edition explores phenomenology through engaging visual illusions and ambiguous drawings, showcasing how perception shapes our understanding of reality. It delves into the intricacies of human experience, inviting readers to reflect on the interplay between sight and interpretation. By utilizing striking visual examples, the book illuminates the foundational concepts of phenomenology, making complex ideas accessible and thought-provoking for both students and enthusiasts of philosophy and art.

Since the initial publication of "Experimental Phenomenology" in 1977, Don Ihde s groundbreaking career has developed from his contributions to the philosophy of technology and technoscience to his own postphenomenology. This new and expanded edition of "Experimental Phenomenology" resituates the text in the succeeding currents of Ihde s work with a new preface and two new sections, one devoted to pragmatism and phenomenology and the other to technologies and material culture. Now, in the case of tools, instruments, and media, Ihde s active and experimental style of phenomenology is taken into cyberspace, science and media technologies, computer games, display screens, and more."

Focusing on the impact of modern imaging technologies and scientific tools, this work delves into how they reshape our understanding of ancient history. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars and students in the humanities, as well as for anthropologists and archaeologists, highlighting the intersection of technology and historical interpretation.

The critical reader compiles significant and lesser-known writings by Don Ihde, a pivotal figure in contemporary discussions of technology and its impact on human experience. It highlights his contributions to understanding the relationship between technology and perception, making it a valuable resource for those interested in philosophical perspectives on technology.