The Information Society by David Lyon
This book provides an overview of debates about whether we are entering into a phase of social existence without precedent - the 'information society'. 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 technologies such as cable TV and robotics.
"This is a lucid exposition of the empirical, conceptual and ethical issues surrounding the idea of the information societyIn 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
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.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780745603698 |
| ISBN 10 | 0745603696 |
| Title | The Information Society |
| Author | David Lyon |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
| Year published | 1988-02-18 |
| Number of pages | 208 |
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