Product Description: Sociology and the Human Image

Product Description: Book by Lyon, David

Sebastian's pull-toy duchk, Egbert, has many adventures after Sebastian ties him to the bumper of his father's car.

In recent years there has been a great deal of speculation about the possible consequences of the new technologies based on the silicon chip. The forecasts vary enormously from those who predict their use in an oppressive manner by government and the state, to those who envisage the advent of the micro-millennium. This book provides an overview of the available evidence about whether we are entering a phase of social existence without precedent - the "information society". Further, it asks whether other treatments of the information society theme are asking the right kind of questions. In a departure from previous localized and technically-oriented studies, the author examines the social shaping of technology (by government, military and commercial-industrial interests), its global context and its cultural dimensions. Intended as a bridge between the literatures of "social theory" and the "social impact of technology", this study exposes the myths surrounding the creation of the information society, discussing such technologies as cable TV and robotics from many different societies. In a clear, balanced assessment, the book points not only to new departures but also to the perpetuation of present trends within industrial societies. It also asks not only what is shaping present developments, but what kind of values should do so. This book should interest students of social science, technology in society and communications studies, teachers and researchers in these fields and general readers.

Jim drives all night in a huge truck to deliver a shipment of strawberries to the folks in Woosterville, and hears many sounds along the way.

Product Description: The increasing influence of computers in modern societies has been seen by some as offering great promise for the future, but by others as menacing in the extreme. In this work, David Lyon investigates the validity of these two opposing points of view...read more

The author of The Information Society looks into the mediated nature of modern society, in which every transaction, phone call, vote, border-crossing, and application registers into some computer. Simultaneous.

Product Description: Postmodernity as idea, critique, cultural experience, and social condition has engendered a sometimes angry, sometimes anxious debate across many disciplines in the social sciences and humanities. In Postmodernity, David Lyon provides a stimulating introduction to this contested concept and the discussions it provokes...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Olivia and her mink Slinky find the bears who have stolen cookies from the orphans, but then the orphans become concerned that the bears cannot celebrate their annual cookie festival

Product Description: From computer networks to supermarket checkout scanners, it is easier and easier for governments, employers, advertisers, and individuals to gather detailed and sophisticated information about each of us. In this collection, the authors question the impact of these new technologies of surveillance on our privacy and our culture...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

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Thirty itineraries feature Boston's most romantic places to dine, activities for two, hotels and inns, and entertainment that range from easily affordable to luxurious

Discusses the history and culture of the city, describes the sights and attractions, and provides travel information

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Discusses the history and culture of the city, describes the sights and attractions, and provides travel information. (view table of contents)

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Discusses the history and culture of Maine, describes the sights and attractions in each region of the state, and provides travel information.

Product Description: This guide to a great driving vacation offers a selection of the best regions for touring in southern Spain. It includes Seville, Cordoba, Almeria and the coastal resorts. This book provides ideas for exploring on your own. It gives detailed guides to sightseeing and activities, together with accommodation, dining and shopping recommendations, and lists attractions and areas all rated to guide your personal choice...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)