Machines for Living
Book • 2019
In 'Machines for Living: Modernism and Domestic Life,' Victoria Rosner explores the profound impact of mechanization on the home during the modernist era.
Rosner delves into how the principles of factory labor, emphasizing efficiency and assembly lines, were ambitiously applied to domestic spaces, particularly the kitchen.
The book examines the transformation of moral standards and daily practices within the home, fueled by technological advancements and changing social norms.
Through detailed analysis, Rosner reveals how the home became a crucible for modernism, reflecting broader shifts in society and individual experiences.
The book offers fresh perspectives on the intersection of technology, domesticity, and the evolving human condition during a pivotal period in history.
Rosner delves into how the principles of factory labor, emphasizing efficiency and assembly lines, were ambitiously applied to domestic spaces, particularly the kitchen.
The book examines the transformation of moral standards and daily practices within the home, fueled by technological advancements and changing social norms.
Through detailed analysis, Rosner reveals how the home became a crucible for modernism, reflecting broader shifts in society and individual experiences.
The book offers fresh perspectives on the intersection of technology, domesticity, and the evolving human condition during a pivotal period in history.
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