#27791
Mentioned in 1 episodes
SPEED AND POLITICS AN ESSAY ON DROMOLOGY
Book •
Paul Virilio's "Speed and Politics: An Essay on Dromology" is a seminal work exploring the profound impact of speed on society and culture.
Virilio introduces the concept of "dromology," the study of speed and its effects, arguing that speed is not merely a technological phenomenon but a fundamental aspect of power relations.
He examines the historical development of speed, from ancient forms of transportation to modern technologies like the automobile and the airplane.
Virilio analyzes the social, political, and philosophical implications of increasing speed, highlighting its effects on our perception of time, space, and reality.
The book remains a significant contribution to critical theory and continues to inspire discussions about the relationship between technology, power, and the human condition.
Virilio introduces the concept of "dromology," the study of speed and its effects, arguing that speed is not merely a technological phenomenon but a fundamental aspect of power relations.
He examines the historical development of speed, from ancient forms of transportation to modern technologies like the automobile and the airplane.
Virilio analyzes the social, political, and philosophical implications of increasing speed, highlighting its effects on our perception of time, space, and reality.
The book remains a significant contribution to critical theory and continues to inspire discussions about the relationship between technology, power, and the human condition.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 1 episodes
Mentioned by ![undefined]()
Ellie Anderson
Driving
