{"product_id":"bodily-engagements-with-film-images-and-technology-somavision-9781032164281","title":"Bodily Engagements with Film, Images, and Technology: Somavision","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book explores the relationship between the body and images and technology, combining pragmatist somaesthetics and phenomenology with new research on bodily reactions. It covers topics such as somatic film, artistic documentation of activist art, body parts in contemporary art, robot cars, Indian rasa philosophy, and Mario Perniola's work on the experience of being a thing. It is of interest to scholars in art history, aesthetics, cultural philosophy, film studies, technology studies, media studies, cultural studies, and visual studies. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 106 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 June 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis groundbreaking book offers a fresh perspective on the body and its intricate relationship with images and technology, drawing upon a unique framework that combines innovative insights from pragmatist somaesthetics and phenomenology with cutting-edge research on bodily reactions. Max Ryynänen takes the reader on a comprehensive exploration of the subject by consolidating existing knowledge about our bodies' engagement with visual culture and the philosophical frameworks that underpin these phenomena. Through meticulous analysis, he delves into the fascinating interplay between the gaze and the body in our cultural interactions, shedding light on a range of captivating themes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSomatic Film: The book explores the realm of somatic film, examining how the visual medium can evoke bodily sensations and emotions. It discusses the ways in which films can manipulate our perception of time, space, and movement, creating immersive experiences that engage our senses and viscerally connect us to the characters on screen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Body in Artistic Documentation of Activist Art: The book delves into the role of the body in artistic documentation of activist art. It explores how artists use their bodies as a means of protest, activism, and social commentary, challenging traditional notions of art as a purely visual medium. It also examines the ways in which these artistic expressions can impact our understanding of social and political issues.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBody Parts (and Their Mutilation or Surgeries) in Contemporary Art and Film: The book examines the use of body parts (and their mutilation or surgeries) in contemporary art and film. It explores how artists use these bodily elements to create powerful and thought-provoking works that challenge our perceptions of beauty, identity, and the human body. It also considers the ethical and philosophical implications of such artistic practices.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobot Cars and Our Visual Relationship to Them: The book explores the relationship between human beings and robot cars. It examines how our visual perception of these vehicles shapes our understanding of technology, automation, and the future of transportation. It also considers the ethical and social implications of our increasingly intimate relationship with machines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Usefulness of Indian Rasa Philosophy in Explaining Digital Culture: The book examines the usefulness of Indian rasa philosophy in explaining digital culture. It explores how the concept of rasa, which refers to the emotional and sensory aspects of art and experience, can be applied to understand the complexities of the digital realm. It also discusses the ways in which digital technology has transformed our perception of time, space, and identity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn Examination of Mario Perniola's Work About the Idea That We, Human Beings, Are Increasingly Experiencing Ourselves to Be Simply Things: The book delves into the work of Mario Perniola, a renowned filmmaker and philosopher, who explores the idea that we, human beings, are increasingly experiencing ourselves to be simply things. It examines how Perniola's films and writings challenge traditional notions of human subjectivity and agency, suggesting that we are more akin to objects than subjects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is a valuable resource for scholars working in a wide range of disciplines, including art history, aesthetics, cultural philosophy, film studies, technology studies, media studies, cultural studies, and visual studies. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to understanding the body and its relationship to images and technology, providing a rich tapestry of insights and perspectives that will inspire and inform future research and scholarship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 370g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 216 x 138 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781032164281\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Max Ryynanen","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44103912751354,"sku":"9781032164281","price":52.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1657275609044_book.jpg?v=1657400388","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/bodily-engagements-with-film-images-and-technology-somavision-9781032164281","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}