Genealogy and Ontology of the Western Image and its Digital Future

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Focusing on the evolution of visual representation, this book explores pivotal moments in Western image history, tracing its development from ancient Greece through the Byzantine era, Renaissance, Enlightenment, and Industrial Revolution. It delves into contemporary issues surrounding images, particularly in the digital age and cinema, while engaging with influential philosophers like Roland Barthes, Walter Benjamin, Gilles Deleuze, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Bernard Stiegler. The reflections aim to clarify the current state and significance of images in modern society.