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Lewis Mumford

Lewis Mumford

The great and sadly neglected historian of technology Lewis Mumford should be read by everyone today. Key focus here on his concept of the megamachine.
Jun
11
In Defense of Machines

In Defense of Machines

It's easy to focus on the bad results of new technology and machines--especially today as AI runs roughshod over us. But we must also remember its good.
12 min read
Sep
30
MobyDick, Queequeg, and Captain Ahab.

Moby-Dick: Or, The Ambiguities

Moby-Dick is American Shakespeare. Each era finds something new in it, but its critical stance on technology, capitalism, and nature is timely as ever.
12 min read