Medium, Messenger, Transmission

Description:

This rich study provides a comprehensive introduction to media philosophy while offering a new perspective on the concept and function of transmission media in all systems of exchange. Krämer uses the figure of the messenger as a key metaphor, examining a diverse range of transmission events, including the circulation of money, translation of languages, angelic visitations, spread of infectious diseases, and processes of transference and counter-transference that occur during psychoanalysis. "'An interesting read, with an incorporated overview of media theory." - Ana Peraica, Leonardo Reviews

subjects: Film theory & criticism,  Mass media,  Philosophy,  Communication,  Metaphysics,  Medien,  Medialität,  Medientheorie,  Medienphilosophie,  Vermittlung,  Medie- och kommunikationsvetenskap,  Teori, filosofi,  Massmedia,  Kommunikation,  Metafysik