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Masterpieces of the Hermitage

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International scholars explore the ways in which knowledge actually operates, showing the limitations of now outmoded disciplines. Coming from fields as diverse as anthropology, philosophy, literature, aesthetics and art practice, together they break down the boundaries between entrenched domains of knowledge. Studies of objects which confound traditional definitions - including a mechanical cow invented by an Irish farmer, and the curious case of a mechanical monk - show how a close look at an individual object can, paradoxically, open up dynamic new reconceptions of traditional systems of knowledge. With social uses of knowledge currently a matter of public debate, this should be a timely text.

Language: English

Pages: 128

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Scala Books

Release: February 01, 2004

ISBN: 1857592824

ISBN 13: 9781857592825

Masterpieces of the Hermitage

4.3/5 ( ratings)

International scholars explore the ways in which knowledge actually operates, showing the limitations of now outmoded disciplines. Coming from fields as diverse as anthropology, philosophy, literature, aesthetics and art practice, together they break down the boundaries between entrenched domains of knowledge. Studies of objects which confound traditional definitions - including a mechanical cow invented by an Irish farmer, and the curious case of a mechanical monk - show how a close look at an individual object can, paradoxically, open up dynamic new reconceptions of traditional systems of knowledge. With social uses of knowledge currently a matter of public debate, this should be a timely text.

Language: English

Pages: 128

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Scala Books

Release: February 01, 2004

ISBN: 1857592824

ISBN 13: 9781857592825

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