Robert Willim, "Mundania: How and Where Technologies Are Made Ordinary" (Bristol UP, 2024)
New Books in Sociology
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Exploring Mundane Technologies and Sociocultural Meanings
The chapter delves into how personal experiences influenced the author's exploration of everyday technologies in Mandania, emphasizing the concept of 'brand versus' and broader sociocultural implications. It discusses the vanishing points of technology engagement, the importance of specific critique over generalization, and the impact of business models on societal needs.
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