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Since the 1990s, contemporary art in the Arab world has experienced exponential growth and numerous changes. With the appearance of artists from the region in international exhibitions, the dynamics within the art scenes changed significantly. Museums & art foundations began to collect, biennials were launched, contemporary art galleries, fairs, residencies and schools emerged in many countries, and the governments of the Gulf states launched megaprojects. This reader serves as a guide for anyone interested in the foundations, structures and growth of these art scenes. It also functions as an anthology of what is now considered established in the Arab world, with contributions covering all aspects of the subjectboth from across the region and from a Western perspective.

Since the 1990s, contemporary art in the Arab world has experienced exponential growth and numerous changes. With the appearance of artists from the region in international exhibitions, the dynamics within the art scenes changed significantly. Museums & art foundations began to collect, biennials were launched, contemporary art galleries, fairs, residencies and schools emerged in many countries, and the governments of the Gulf states launched megaprojects. This reader serves as a guide for anyone interested in the foundations, structures and growth of these art scenes. It also functions as an anthology of what is now considered established in the Arab world, with contributions covering all aspects of the subjectboth from across the region and from a Western perspective.

Marshall McLuhan, a pioneering media theorist, explored how media shape perception, society, and culture. His concepts, like the medium is the message and the global village, emphasize media as extensions of human senses that profoundly influence communication and social structures. He analyzed transitions from oral to print culture and the impact of electronic media on thought and interaction. This volume seeks global contributions applying McLuhans theories to AI, digital media, knowledge, creativity, and body-mind relations in todays networked world.In this volume, edited by Lars C. Grabbe, Andrew McLuhan and Tobias Held, scholars from diverse fieldsmedia theory, philosophy, sociology, art, game studies, and moreare examining McLuhans enduring relevance in analyzing contemporary technological and cultural transformations.

Revisiting a transformative era of Chinese contemporary art through essays, archives, and striking visual documentation. The China Moment explores one of the most dynamic turning points in global art history. Published to accompany the exhibition at the documenta Institut Kassel (JanuaryMarch 2026), the book sheds new light on the radical shifts in Chinese art during the 1990s and 2000s. This richly illustrated volume stands out through:In-depth essays by leading scholars and curators analyzing art, politics, and society Rare archival materials that reveal the cultural transformations of the time Visual documentation capturing the diversity and intensity of artistic practices A critical reader and catalogue in one, the publication rethinks individualism as a key concept shaping the relationship between art, state, and public life in Chinas rapidly changing cultural landscape.

Revisiting a transformative era of Chinese contemporary art through essays, archives, and striking visual documentation. The China Moment explores one of the most dynamic turning points in global art history. Published to accompany the exhibition at the documenta Institut Kassel (JanuaryMarch 2026), the book sheds new light on the radical shifts in Chinese art during the 1990s and 2000s. This richly illustrated volume stands out through:In-depth essays by leading scholars and curators analyzing art, politics, and society Rare archival materials that reveal the cultural transformations of the time Visual documentation capturing the diversity and intensity of artistic practices A critical reader and catalogue in one, the publication rethinks individualism as a key concept shaping the relationship between art, state, and public life in Chinas rapidly changing cultural landscape.

Are we destined to merge with the machines weve created? What if the Singularity the moment of merger already happened? How would we know?The King and the Swarm argues that we already have. We did so via an always-on and increasingly omnipresent mesh of digital sensing points that spans the world, and of which you almost certainly have one in your pocket. The global transformation this has wrought reaches far beyond economics, reshaping politics, culture, sex, family, and even consciousness itself.

United in Grace, Beyond DebateConversations about abortion often center on the question: Are you pro-life or pro-choice? But what if thats the wrong question? Drawing upon the life and teachings of Jesus, Becoming ProGrace invites Christians to ask new questions, such as: What if conversations about abortion didnt have to feel so tense, divided, or dehumanizing? What does it mean to affirm the image of God in every person involved? How do we navigate tension we may feel when our deepest Christian values seem to conflict? What would it take for Christian communities to become spaces of empathy, listening, and grace? Including insights and personal stories from Christians of diverse denominational backgrounds and political perspectives, Becoming ProGrace articulates a uniquely Christian response to abortion that calls us to take on the character of Christ rather than trying to change others, offering a much-needed message of hope for our divided world.Jesus led with grace. As we reimagine our approach to the abortion conversation, so can we.

The exciting story of the queer talents, beats and personalities that have fantastically shaped the James Bond phenomenon in all its forms. Blending historical insight with new observations, interviews, understanding and exploration, Bond scholar Mark OConnell deftly examines the fascinating gay forces behind the openly straight 007.At a time when fierce debate rages about identity politics versus cultural visibility, what if the world of Bond and its diverse myriad of creators, artists and influences were already a fierce bastion of queer?Bond, Queer Bond is not just the fascinating story about how LGBTQ creativity, temperaments, battles, and voices stretched into Bond from the gay map pins of San Francisco, London, New York, Paris, and beyond. It is also a rich chronicle of rainbow artistry, fortitude and visibility featuring Commander Bond alongside some of the most iconic names and pivotal beats of all LGBTQ history.It is a distinctive, energetic, and original compendium about identity in pop culture, the difference between gay history and queer expression, and how the deceptively diverse Bond world has always operated alongside both.In Bond, Queer Bond what might begin as a thoughtful new dive into an adjacent world of 007 fast becomes a rich, colourful, compelling, and fun manifesto about the vital and varied queer DNA of a cultural icon.

Freya Indias writing is compassionate, gripping, and deeply psychological Jonathan Haidt, author of The Anxious GenerationComing of age has always been a time of angst and inner turmoil, especially for girls. But today girls have to contend with those worries in a world of AR filters, TikTok plastic surgeons, dating apps, hook up culture, online porn, modern sex-positivity, profit-driven online therapy apps, direct-to-door medication and even fully customisable AI girlfriends. All personalised by algorithms to play on their innermost fears and insecurities. It is an onslaught of advertising, it is on portable platforms designed to be maximally addictive, and it is far beyond what any previous generation of girls have ever faced.GIRLS teases out and traces both technological and cultural shifts in the last decadefrom social media to shifting family structures, waning religious attachment and the collapse of communal spaces. And GIRLS exposes the sinister and rapid intensification and ruthless commercialisation of the inner lives of girls and young women which leads to the loss of their authentic selvesa loss that corporations are all too ready to exploit.GIRLS is a personal journey and intimate portrait of girls today, in all their mystery and torment: one that captures the soul of the most complex and misunderstood generation so far, and that empowers them to see their lives through a different lens.

Eli, a young and curious elephant, awakens to a bright morning filled with the scents, sights, and sounds of his jungle home, feeling a strong pull toward adventure and discovery. Inspired by tales of the legendary Everglades, he sets off on a journey into the sparkling wetlands, where rivers shimmer like diamonds, dragonflies dart in rainbow arcs, and hidden creatures peek from reeds and lily pads. Along the way, he meets Henrietta, a graceful heron who becomes his guide, teaching him to navigate the tricky terrain while pointing out the magical secrets of the Everglades. Together, they explore glistening pools, mossy stumps, and mysterious waterways, with Eli experiencing awe, joy, and wonder at every step. Through the journey, he learns that adventure is not just about the places he visits, but also about the friends he makes, the lessons he gathers, and the courage and curiosity that guide him forward into a world full of magic and discovery.

In the Quiet Forest, Quest the quail awakens to an unsettling silence that blankets the woods, where the usual morning chorus of birds, insects, and rustling leaves has vanished. Alarmed but curious, he notices faint, unfamiliar tracks in the damp soil, suggesting another creature has been drawn to the same eerie hush. Guided by his bravery and keen senses, Quest follows the trail through the still, dew-laden forest, observing every subtle cluethe drag of a tail, impressions in moss, trembling droplets of dewas he ventures deeper into the unknown. The silence feels alive, almost expectant, urging him onward, and Quest realizes that this journey, though small in scale, could reveal the forests hidden mysteries. Determined to uncover the cause of the vanished whispers, he presses forward, ready to confront whatever secret has left the forest unnaturally still.

The new ruling elite in the west the ultra-wealthy tech magnates, financial wizards and corporate bosses that wield enormous power over us embrace extremely progressive political ideas. What explains this apparent paradox?In this scintillating critique of these new radical plutocrats, conservative commentator Ed West argues that the luxury beliefs of the new Brahmin caste are perfectly consistent with their accumulation of ever greater wealth. Ultra-liberalism, with its inherent bias towards valorising autonomy, freedom, and cosmopolitanism, is a creed that inherently benefits the rich. Examining how this new elite allies itself with both younger, poorer knowledge workers and immigrants against the more culturally conservative working classes, he argues that the rise of identity politics allows the wealthy to pose as social justice warriors in a way that poses no threat to their own privilege and power.A must-read for both conservatives and traditional leftists, Brahmins is a razor-sharp diagnosis of a culture that is combining the worst element of capitalism and progressivism.

Justicia ambiental y pasivos socioambientales plurales es una obra imprescindible en el ámbito de las ciencias ambientales y la justicia ambiental. Escrito por Esteban Correa García, producto de la tesis doctoral dirigida por el profesor Mario Alejandro Perez, de la Universidad del Valle, marca un hito en la interseccion de la economia ecologica, la ecologia politica, el derecho y la contabilidad ambiental.El corazon de esta obra es la creacion del innovador concepto de pasivo socioambiental plural, que abre nuevas perspectivas en la lucha por la justicia ambiental. La tesis ofrece una metodologia integral para valorar estos pasivos de manera plural, considerando las dimensiones ecologicas, socioculturales y economicas. Lo mas destacado es el desarrollo del software MANU, que significa deuda en quechua, un recurso valioso que estara disponible para su uso gratuito en Internet. Este software no solo es una herramienta tecnica, sino tambien un instrumento de empoderamiento para las comunidades vulnerables afectadas por impactos ambientales, alineado con las politicas publicas de justicia social y ambiental del gobierno de Colombia.Este libro es un testimonio del poder de la investigacion interdisciplinaria y la colaboracion academica para abordar los desafios ambientales de nuestro tiempo. Ofrece un camino claro hacia una sociedad mas justa y sostenible, y es esencial para todos los interesados en la preservacion del medio ambiente y la igualdad social.

10 einfache Regeln, die endlosen Diskussionen und Streitereien ein Ende setzenSmartphones und Bildschirme komplett aus dem Leben unserer Kinder zu verbannen, ist keine sinnvolle Zukunftsoption. Aber was ist das richtige Alter und was das richtige Ma digitaler Mediennutzung? Basierend auf ihren Forschungsergebnissen und ihrer personlichen Erfahrung als Mutter von drei Teenagern, liefert die Psychologin Jean Twenge zehn klare und umsetzbare Regeln fur den Alltag. Dieses dringend benotigte Handbuch gibt Eltern und Padagogen nicht nur Werkzeuge an die Hand, um digitale Gefahren zu bannen, sondern hilft ihnen auch, wichtige Lebenskompetenzen zu fordern, damit Kinder und Jugendliche zu selbststandigen, gesunden und glucklichen Menschen heranwachsen.Jean Twenge gehort zu den fuhrenden Stimmen der Entwicklungspsychologie, die seit langem die Schaden der Smartphone-Kindheit analysieren. Wer auch nur eine einzige ihrer zehn Regeln befolgt, starkt bereits seine Familie und seine Kinder. Jonathan Haidt, Autor des Bestsellers Generation Angst

El conocimiento es el cimiento de una sociedad críticaEn tiempos donde la desinformación se confunde con comodidad, este libro irrumpe con una propuesta audaz y necesaria. Su mensaje es claro: no podemos seguir educando ni viviendo de espaldas a la realidad. Con una voz lucida y provocadora, invita a replantear el sistema educativo y cultural, impulsando un cambio que responda a las verdaderas demandas de nuestro tiempo. Una lectura que inspira y genera conversacion, perfecta para un publico que busca reflexionar, cuestionar y actuar. Mas que un libro, es un llamado a la madurez colectiva; una obra que conmueve, incomoda y deja huella. Ideal para quienes creen que el conocimiento sigue siendo la herramienta mas poderosa para transformar el mundo.

La inteligencia sin elocuencia es impotencia, pero la elocuencia sin inteligencia es peor que el silencio.Neel Burton une filosofía y retórica para que tus ideas convenzan. Porque por más brillante que sea una idea, no vale si no se comunica; y la retorica pese a su mala fama es clave para lograr objetivos y frenar a los nuevos sofistas. Platon lo sabia: la verdad persuade mas cuando va de la mano de la retorica.Pensar como Platon y hablar como Ciceron parece dos libros en uno pensar y hablar, pero es mas que eso: explora la relacion estrecha, y a veces tirante, entre dos actividades profundamente humanas.Platon afino el pensamiento con preguntas que desarman falacias; Ciceron convirtio las buenas ideas en discursos que mueven a la accion. Este libro combina ambos mundos: te enseña a construir argumentos verdaderos y a presentarlos con claridad, emocion y estilo.Si no sabes pensar, te manipulan; si no sabes hablar, te ignoran.

Esta investigación pionera revela las sombras del tráfico de personas, un negocio de enorme crecimiento mundial para el que las vidas no importan, pero cada cuerpo cuenta.Para comprender los vínculos entre migracion y trafico de seres humanos, Barbie Latza Nadeau decidio investigar un mercado mundial multimillonario que se beneficia del tragico destino de personas desesperadas mientras los gobiernos invierten mas que nunca en el control de fronteras.Desde el Mediterraneo al canal de La Mancha, del rio Grande a Tailandia, cada persona, cada cuerpo en manos de los traficantes tiene un valor que pone en marcha la cadena de la explotacion humana, una cadena que vale miles de millones de dolares. Una cadena de longitud inconmensurable que se ha infiltrado en el mundo criminal hasta las mas altas esferas de las instituciones respetables, de la mafia italiana a los carteles, de los bancos a los gobiernos.

Una puerta de entrada esencial al pensamiento de Simone Weil, con dos de sus ensayos más lúcidos sobre la libertad, la opresión y la violencia, acompañados por una introducción actual y accesible de Juan Evaristo, que invita a leer a Weil como una pensadora imprescindible para nuestro tiempo.Una de las pensadoras mas radicales del siglo XX, como nunca la habias leido.Simone Weil escribio con una lucidez implacable sobre la libertad, la fuerza y la injusticia, sin separar nunca el pensamiento de la experiencia. Esta antologia reune dos de sus textos mas impactantes, perfectos para quienes se acercan por primera vez a su obra: Reflexiones sobre las causas de la libertad y de la opresion social, un ensayo filosofico de sorprendente actualidad sobre las estructuras de poder y la condicion humana, y La Iliada o el poema de la fuerza, una lectura poderosa del poema homerico como simbolo universal de la violencia y su capacidad de deshumanizacion. Ambos textos comparten una idea central: que la fuerza, cuando domina la vida individual o colectiva, destruye no solo a los oprimidos, sino tambien a los vencedores. Weil nos invita a mirar esa fuerza de frente, sin ilusiones, y a preguntarnos que puede significar hoy resistirla, tanto en el plano politico como en el etico. La edicion se completa con una introduccion inedita del filosofo Juan Evaristo, que traza un puente entre el pensamiento de Weil y los dilemas contemporaneos, y nos recuerda por que esta autora incomoda y luminosa sigue siendo una voz insustituible.

Una historia fascinante sobre la idea de igualdad y su evolución a lo largo de los siglos, desde sus raíces en la Antigüedad hasta la crisis que enfrentamos en el presente.En nuestro mundo proliferan

Justicia ambiental y pasivos socioambientales plurales es una obra imprescindible en el ámbito de las ciencias ambientales y la justicia ambiental. Escrito por Esteban Correa García, producto de la tesis doctoral dirigida por el profesor Mario Alejandro Perez, de la Universidad del Valle, marca un hito en la interseccion de la economia ecologica, la ecologia politica, el derecho y la contabilidad ambiental.El corazon de esta obra es la creacion del innovador concepto de pasivo socioambiental plural, que abre nuevas perspectivas en la lucha por la justicia ambiental. La tesis ofrece una metodologia integral para valorar estos pasivos de manera plural, considerando las dimensiones ecologicas, socioculturales y economicas. Lo mas destacado es el desarrollo del software MANU, que significa deuda en quechua, un recurso valioso que estara disponible para su uso gratuito en Internet. Este software no solo es una herramienta tecnica, sino tambien un instrumento de empoderamiento para las comunidades vulnerables afectadas por impactos ambientales, alineado con las politicas publicas de justicia social y ambiental del gobierno de Colombia.Este libro es un testimonio del poder de la investigacion interdisciplinaria y la colaboracion academica para abordar los desafios ambientales de nuestro tiempo. Ofrece un camino claro hacia una sociedad mas justa y sostenible, y es esencial para todos los interesados en la preservacion del medio ambiente y la igualdad social.