X-ray

Object Lessons explores the complex relationship between humans and X-rays, covering their history, uses, and cultural significance. It draws from various fields and is published in partnership with The Atlantic.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 152 pages
Publication date: 25 July 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Object Lessons is a captivating series of beautifully designed books that delve into the hidden lives of ordinary things. One of the most fascinating tools in this exploration is X-rays, which have the power to penetrate objects and reveal their inner workings. X-rays have played a significant role in shaping our understanding of the body, revealing it as a triptych of skin, tissue, and bone. They have also given rise to a transparent world, where transparency is seen as a symbol of truth. However, our relationship with X-rays is complex, encompassing fear, fascination, acceptance, resistance, confusion, and curiosity. In her book "X-ray," Nicole Lobdell explores the various aspects of X-rays, including their historical use, scientific applications, cultural significance, and psychological impact. She draws from a wide range of fields, including the history of medicine, science and technology studies, literature, art, material culture, film, comics, gender studies, architecture, and industrial design. Object Lessons is published in partnership with an essay series in The Atlantic, further expanding its reach and impact. Through her insightful and engaging writing, Lobdell invites readers to explore the fascinating world of X-rays and the profound ways in which they have shaped our understanding of the world around us.

Weight: 144g
Dimension: 122 x 165 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501386701