Foreverism

Cinematic "universes," cloud archiving, and voice cloning are all involved in the process of foreverizing, which reanimates, protects, and eradicates nostalgia. This is a bulwark against instability, but it is not infallible. Grafton Tanner's theory of foreverism promises growth without change and life without loss.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 17 November 2023
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Foreverizing is a process that involves revitalizing things that have degraded, failed, or disappeared, allowing them to remain active in the present. It involves reanimating, enclosing, and protecting an object from time and the elements, and eradicating the feeling of nostalgia that accompanies loss. Foreverizing is seen as a bulwark against instability, but it is not infallible. Promises of eternal longevity often fail, and things that are disposed of can sometimes endure forever, disturbingly.

In his book, American philosopher Grafton Tanner explores the concept of foreverism, an anti-nostalgic discourse that promises growth without change and life without loss. Tanner addresses pressing issues such as the ecological impact of data storage and the rise of reboot culture, examining the implications of a society that is averse to nostalgia. He reveals the new weapons we have for eliminating nostalgia and offers a thought-provoking exploration of the possibilities and limitations of foreverizing.

Through his analysis, Tanner challenges us to think critically about the ways in which we engage with technology and the media, and to consider the potential consequences of our nostalgia-driven behaviors. Foreverism offers a fresh perspective on the future, one that encourages us to embrace growth and change while acknowledging the importance of preserving the things that matter most.

Weight: 234g
Dimension: 196 x 129 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509558056