The Culture Of Time And Space, 1880 1918 by Stephen Kern
Modernism and the Making of the Twentieth Century
This insightful exploration delves into the transformative period between 1880 and 1918, examining how advancements in technology, science, and the arts reshaped perceptions of time and space. It highlights the profound impact of innovations such as the telephone, cinema, and Einstein's theory of relativity on the cultural and intellectual landscape. The narrative weaves together diverse elements, from the synchronization of clocks to the abstraction in art, illustrating how these changes influenced human consciousness and altered the way individuals experienced the world around them.
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- Published
- 1983
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 352
- Original Language
- English
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