You Are Not A Gadget

A Manifesto

(Author) Jaron Lanier
Format: Paperback
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What if, by devaluing individuals, we are deadening creativity, endlessly rehashing past culture, risking weaker design in engineering and science, losing democracy, and reducing development in every sphere? Jaron Lanier delivers a manifesto in support of the human and reflects on the good and bad developments in design.

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Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
300
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780141049113
Publish year:
2011
Publish date:
Feb. 3, 2011

Jaron Lanier

Jaron Lanier is a computer scientist, musician, and author known for his work in virtual reality and technology. His most notable works include "You Are Not a Gadget" and "Who Owns the Future?" Lanier is known for his insightful critiques of technology, advocating for a more human-centered approach to innovation. His writing style is engaging and thought-provoking, blending personal anecdotes with scientific insights. Lanier's impact on literature lies in his ability to spark conversations about the ethical and social implications of technology. His most famous work, "You Are Not a Gadget," challenges readers to reconsider their relationship with technology and the digital world.

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