The Extended Self: Architecture, Memes and Minds

by Chris Abel

In his wide-ranging study of architecture and cultural evolution, Chris Abel argues that, despite progress in sustainable development and design, resistance to changing personal and social identities shaped by a technology-based and energy-hungry culture is impeding efforts to avert drastic climate change. The book traces the roots of that culture to the coevolution of Homo sapiens and technology, from the first use of tools as artificial extensions...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 071909612X
• ISBN13: 9780719096129
• Release Date: November 2014
• Publisher: Manchester University Press
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.6" x 9.3"