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The Information Society David Lyon

The Information Society By David Lyon

The Information Society by David Lyon


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Summary

aeo Gives an overview of the various versions of the information society thesis. aeo Argues that new technology has to be viewed in its social context, but also shows how new technology may have unexpected social consequences.

The Information Society Summary

The Information Society: Issues and Illusions by David Lyon

This book provides an overview of debates about whether we are entering into a phase of social existence without precedent -- the a information societya . Intended as a bridge between the literatures of a social theorya and the a social impact of technologya , this study exposes the myths surrounding the creation of the information society, discussing technologies such as cable TV and robotics.

The Information Society Reviews

"This is a lucid exposition of the empirical, conceptual and ethical issues surrounding the idea of the information society. In analysing significant contemporary transformations associated with the growth of information technology, David Lyon has clearly demonstrated the importance of the sociological approach." John Eldridge, University of Glasgow

About David Lyon

David Lyon directs the Surveillance Studies Centre, is a Professor of Sociology, holds a Queen's Research Chair and is cross-appointed as a Professor in the Faculty of Law at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements Preface 1. Introduction: Roots of the Information Society Idea 2. A Marriage of Convergence?The Shaping of IT 3. A New Economy: New Classes? 4. New Technology, Employment, Work and Skill 5. Information, Democracy and the State 6. The Global Dimension 7. Information, Meaning and Culture 8. Information, Ideology and Utopia References Select Bibliography Index

Additional information

GOR006065398
9780745603698
0745603696
The Information Society: Issues and Illusions by David Lyon
Used - Good
Paperback
Polity Press
1988-02-18
208
N/A
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