{"product_id":"ground-noise-9782330178901","title":"Ground Noise","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eGround noise is a continuous rustle or vibration that is considered a disturbance in electrical and electronic systems. It is annoying and can trigger atavistic reactions in humans, but we have tamed our fears towards them through admiration or recognition. This work is extended by a conversation between Céline Clanet and eco-acoustician Jérôme Sueur, a specialist of the \"melody of insects\". \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 128 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 December 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Actes Sud\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the realm of electrical and electronic systems, ground noise emerges as a pervasive sound interference, often perceived as a disruptive disturbance. Picture a flying insect trapped within a lamp, incessantly rustling and vibrating in an attempt to break free. Its presence is often deemed annoying, prompting individuals to seek ways to eliminate it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsects and arthropods possess a unique ability to trigger atavistic reactions within us. Even when these creatures are deceased and meticulously pinned under glass, they can still elicit fear, momentarily unsettling an adult human being. While we may have developed a certain level of tolerance or admiration for them, such as marveling at the intricate work of ants or appreciating the beauty of butterflies, this vast fauna remains enigmatic, obscure, and even unsettling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo further explore this topic, this work is complemented by a conversation between Céline Clanet, a renowned scientist, and Jérôme Sueur, an eco-acoustician specializing in the \"melody of insects.\" Through their exchange, they delve into the intricate world of insect sounds, shedding light on their ecological significance, musicality, and the challenges faced in studying and appreciating these often overlooked auditory phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1018g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 228 x 325 x 21 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9782330178901\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44896026329338,"sku":"9782330178901","price":20.11,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1702654129536_book.jpg?v=1702726369","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/ground-noise-9782330178901","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}