Hyperconnectivity and Its Discontents

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By Rogers Brubaker

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In Hyperconnectivity and Its Discontents, Rogers Brubaker explores the implications of our increasingly networked world, delving into how hyperconnectivity influences identity, culture, and social dynamics. The book examines the tension between the benefits of connectivity and the challenges it presents, providing insights into the complexities of digital interactions and their impact on contemporary society. It's an engaging analysis for those interested in the intersection of technology and human behaviour.
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You might enjoy this insightful book if you are interested in understanding the social and psychological implications of living in an age dominated by constant digital connectivity. It delves into the nuances and challenges people face while navigating hyperconnected environments, making it a thought-provoking read for those curious about the impact of technology on modern society.

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Digital hyperconnectivity is a defining fact of our time. The Silicon Valley dream of universal connection – the dream of connecting everyone and everything to everyone and everything else, everywhere and all the time – is rapidly becoming a reality.

In this wide-ranging and sharply argued book, Rogers Brubaker develops an original interpretive account of the pervasive and unsettling changes brought about by hyperconnectivity. He traces transformations of the self, social relations, culture, economics, and politics, giving special attention to underexplored themes of abundance, miniaturisation, convenience, quantification, and discipline.

He shows how hyperconnectivity prepared us for the pandemic and how the pandemic, in turn, has prepared us for an even more fully digitally mediated future. Throughout, Brubaker underscores the ambivalence of digital hyperconnectivity, which opens up many new and exciting possibilities, yet at the same time threatens human freedom and flourishing.

Hyperconnectivity and Its Discontents will be essential reading for everyone interested in the constellation of socio-technical forces that are profoundly remaking our world.

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Rogers Brubaker's Hyperconnectivity and Its Discontents is lauded for its insightful analysis of digital connectivity's profound impact on human experience. Reviewers commend its combination of classic social theory with contemporary technological issues, highlighting concerns about populism and democracy. This book offers a comprehensive and engaging overview of how hyperconnectivity shapes social life and individual experiences.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781509554539

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polity Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 363g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Rogers Brubaker is Professor of Sociology and UCLA Foundation Chair at the University of California, Los Angeles.

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