Techniques of Hearing: History, Theory and Practices

The book explores how modern technologies play a crucial role in configuring and experiencing 'normal, enhanced, or smart' hearing, as well as hearing impairment. It brings together experts from various fields to discuss how personalized hearing technologies and aids engage with changing sonic situations along advanced algorithms and intuitive apps.

Format: Hardback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 21 October 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The intricate relationship between hearing, health, and sound technologies in modern societies is explored in depth in this comprehensive book. Drawing on the expertise of historians, scholars from diverse fields such as media studies, social sciences, cultural studies, acoustics, and neurosciences, the book uncovers the profound ways in which modern technologies shape and influence our perception of hearing.

By bringing together a diverse range of perspectives, the book offers a groundbreaking exploration of how 'normal,' 'enhanced,' or 'smart' hearing, as well as hearing impairment, have been configured and experienced in contemporary times. It sheds light on the evolving hearing practices that are increasingly mediated by personalized hearing technologies and aids that interact with constantly shifting sonic environments through advanced algorithms and intuitive apps.

Through its comprehensive analysis, the book challenges traditional notions of hearing and explores the ways in which technology has transformed the way we perceive and interact with sound. It raises important questions about the ethical implications of these advancements, the potential impact on auditory health, and the ways in which they shape our social and cultural identities.

This book is a valuable resource for researchers, scholars, and professionals interested in the intersection of hearing, health, and technology. It provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary understanding of the complex dynamics that shape our relationship with sound in the modern world.

Weight: 520g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367713973