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Towards a Political Economy of Images

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Focusing on the intersection of viral imagery and contemporary social movements, the book examines the impact of visual culture during the COVID-19 pandemic, the presidencies of Trump and Biden, and the Black Lives Matter movement. It highlights the emergence of a "black aesthetic" within predominantly white art spaces and explores how these visual constellations influence critical thought and political engagement in modern society.

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Iconomy, Terry Smith

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2022
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Title
Iconomy
Subtitle
Towards a Political Economy of Images
Language
English
Publisher
Anthem Press
Released
2022
Format
Hardcover
Pages
238
ISBN13
9781839984358
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Focusing on the intersection of viral imagery and contemporary social movements, the book examines the impact of visual culture during the COVID-19 pandemic, the presidencies of Trump and Biden, and the Black Lives Matter movement. It highlights the emergence of a "black aesthetic" within predominantly white art spaces and explores how these visual constellations influence critical thought and political engagement in modern society.