Andrew Ross

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The Microscope (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Extraordinary: A Journey into the Microscopic Realm

Beschreibung

In "The Microscope," Andrew Ross presents a provocative exploration of the ways in which science intersects with the cultural and social dimensions of modern life. Employing a nuanced literary style that oscillates between analytical rigor and poetic imagery, Ross critiques the dominant narratives surrounding scientific inquiry and technological advancement. His examination of the microscope serves as both a literal and metaphorical lens through which he scrutinizes the constructed boundaries between nature and culture, subjectivity and objectivity, ultimately inviting readers to reassess the implications of scientific observation in a rapidly changing world. Andrew Ross, a prominent cultural critic and professor, draws on his extensive background in sociology and cultural studies to dissect the complexities of scientific discourse. His interdisciplinary approach reflects an engagement with diverse fields such as environmental studies, science and technology studies, and postmodern theory, all of which inform his examination of the microscope not merely as a scientific instrument but as a symbol of deeper societal inquiries. Ross's work often seeks to bridge the gap between academic scholarship and public understanding, making his insights accessible yet profound. I highly recommend "The Microscope" to scholars, students, and lay readers alike who are eager to encounter a thought-provoking narrative that challenges traditional assumptions about science. Ross'Äôs melding of cultural critique and scientific analysis not only enriches the discourse around these issues but also inspires critical thinking about our ongoing relationship with technology and nature.

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Autor

Andrew Ross (born 1956) is a social activist and analyst of Scottish origin who teaches at New York University (NYU). He has written for The New York Times, The Guardian, The Nation, Newsweek, and Al Jazeera, as well as authored and edited numerous books. Much of his writing focuses on labor, the urban environment, and work organization, ranging from the Western world of business and high-tech to offshore labor conditions in the Global South. His writing, which employs both social theory and ethnography, analyzes the human and environmental costs of economic progress. Ross was born and raised in the Scottish Lowlands. He worked in the North Sea oil fields after graduating from the University of Aberdeen in 1978. In 1984, he obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Kent at Canterbury. He joined the Princeton University faculty in 1985 and departed in 1993 to become the Director of the Graduate Program in American Studies at New York University. In 2001-2002, he was awarded a Guggenheim scholarship. She has worked as a researcher at Cornell University and Shanghai University.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 476
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. März 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066098520
• Artikelnr.: 59240258