Don Ihde is an American philosopher of science and technology whose work primarily explores the philosophy of technology. He critically examines the intricate relationships between humans and technological entities, offering profound insights into how technology shapes our perception and experience of the world. Ihde's pioneering contributions have laid foundational groundwork for understanding the human-technology interface. His innovative perspectives continue to influence contemporary thought on technology and society.
This expanded new edition explores phenomenology through engaging visual illusions and ambiguous drawings, showcasing how perception shapes our understanding of reality. It delves into the intricacies of human experience, inviting readers to reflect on the interplay between sight and interpretation. By utilizing striking visual examples, the book illuminates the foundational concepts of phenomenology, making complex ideas accessible and thought-provoking for both students and enthusiasts of philosophy and art.
New technologies suggest new ideas about our "reach" extends to global sites through the Internet; we enter cyberspace through the engines of virtual reality. In this book, a leading philosopher of technology explores the meaning of bodies in technology-how the sense of our bodies and of our orientation in the world is affected by the various information technologies. Bodies in Technology begins with an analysis of embodiment in cyberspace, then moves on to consider ways in which social theorists have interpreted or overlooked these conditions. An astute and sensible judge of these theories, Don Ihde is a uniquely provocative and helpful guide through contemporary thinking about technology and embodiment, drawing on sources and examples as various as video games, popular films, the workings of e-mail, and virtual reality techniques. Charting the historical, philosophical, and practical territory between virtual reality and real life, this work is an important contribution to the national conversation on the impact technology-and information technology in particular-has on our lives in a wired, global age. Don Ihde is distinguished professor in the Department of Philosophy, and is also affiliated with the history of science and women's studies programs, at SUNY, Stony Brook. Electronic Mediations Series, volume 5
Since the initial publication of "Experimental Phenomenology" in 1977, Don Ihde s groundbreaking career has developed from his contributions to the philosophy of technology and technoscience to his own postphenomenology. This new and expanded edition of "Experimental Phenomenology" resituates the text in the succeeding currents of Ihde s work with a new preface and two new sections, one devoted to pragmatism and phenomenology and the other to technologies and material culture. Now, in the case of tools, instruments, and media, Ihde s active and experimental style of phenomenology is taken into cyberspace, science and media technologies, computer games, display screens, and more."
Focusing on the impact of modern imaging technologies and scientific tools, this work delves into how they reshape our understanding of ancient history. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars and students in the humanities, as well as for anthropologists and archaeologists, highlighting the intersection of technology and historical interpretation.
The critical reader compiles significant and lesser-known writings by Don Ihde, a pivotal figure in contemporary discussions of technology and its impact on human experience. It highlights his contributions to understanding the relationship between technology and perception, making it a valuable resource for those interested in philosophical perspectives on technology.
