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Description for Mesmerization
Paperback. Examines the viral nature of memes and uses a combination of graphic spells and formulas to decode them. Num Pages: 240 pages, 250 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 265 x 209 x 21. Weight in Grams: 968.
In Mesmerization, Gee Thomson deconstructs contemporary culture in a new and exciting way. From faith to fashion, psycho-babble to cyber-sex, the book examines the viral nature of ‘memes’, those ubiquitous ‘spells’ and social prescriptions that drive and shape global behaviour. These influences are fundamental in deciding what gets seen, what gets said and what gets made, affecting how we lead our lives, the look of our homes, cities and our natural environments. Designed by acclaimed design companyWhy Not, the publication uses a unique combination of graphic spells and formulas to decode the ‘spells’ that control our age.
In Mesmerization, Gee Thomson deconstructs contemporary culture in a new and exciting way. From faith to fashion, psycho-babble to cyber-sex, the book examines the viral nature of ‘memes’, those ubiquitous ‘spells’ and social prescriptions that drive and shape global behaviour. These influences are fundamental in deciding what gets seen, what gets said and what gets made, affecting how we lead our lives, the look of our homes, cities and our natural environments. Designed by acclaimed design companyWhy Not, the publication uses a unique combination of graphic spells and formulas to decode the ‘spells’ that control our age.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Thames & Hudson
Condition
New
Number of Pages
240
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780500976791
SKU
9780500976791
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 2 to 4 working days
Ref
99-1
About Gee Thomson
Gee Thomson, a graduate of Central St Martins, has worked within several media companies, including the BBC,Thames Television and Pearson Ltd. He co-founded Contagious magazine, which is now recognized as a worldwide authority on new media and future creative strategies.
Reviews for Mesmerization
'Ambitious ... clever design' - Grafik 'Ambitious and unusual ... snazzy ... full of brightly coloured infographics' - Icon