ebook img

Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism PDF

315 Pages·2016·3.749 MB·English
Save to my drive
Quick download
Download

Download Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism PDF Free - Full Version

About Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism

From Oaxacan wood carvings to dessert kitchens in provincial France, Critical Craft presents thirteen ethnographies which examine what defines and makes ‘craft’ in a wide variety of practices from around the world.Challenging the conventional understanding of craft as a survival, a revival, or something that resists capitalism, the book turns instead to the designers, DIY enthusiasts, traditional artisans, and technical programmers who consider their labor to be craft, in order to comprehend how they make sense of it. The authors’ ethnographic studies focus on the individuals and communities who claim a practice as their own, bypassing the question of craft survival to ask how and why activities termed craft are mobilized and reproduced. Moving beyond regional studies of heritage artisanship, the authors suggest that ideas of craft are by definition part of a larger cosmopolitan dialogue of power and identity. By paying careful attention to these sometimes conflicting voices, this collection shows that there is great flexibility in terms of which activities are labelled ‘craft’. In fact, there are many related ideas of craft and these shape distinct engagements with materials, people, and the economy.Case studies from countries including Mexico, Nigeria, India, Taiwan, the Philippines, and France draw together evidence based on linguistics, microsociology, and participant observation to explore the shifting terrain on which those engaged in craft are operating. What emerges is a fascinating picture which shows how claims about craft are an integral part of contemporary global change.

Detailed Information

Author:Clare M. Wilkinson-Weber; Alicia Ory Denicola (editors)
Publication Year:2016
ISBN:9781472594877
Pages:315
Language:English
File Size:3.749
Format:PDF
Price:FREE
Download Free PDF

Safe & Secure Download - No registration required

Why Choose PDFdrive for Your Free Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism Download?

  • 100% Free: No hidden fees or subscriptions required for one book every day.
  • No Registration: Immediate access is available without creating accounts for one book every day.
  • Safe and Secure: Clean downloads without malware or viruses
  • Multiple Formats: PDF, MOBI, Mpub,... optimized for all devices
  • Educational Resource: Supporting knowledge sharing and learning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to download Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism PDF?

Yes, on https://PDFdrive.to you can download Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism by Clare M. Wilkinson-Weber; Alicia Ory Denicola (editors) completely free. We don't require any payment, subscription, or registration to access this PDF file. For 3 books every day.

How can I read Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism on my mobile device?

After downloading Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism PDF, you can open it with any PDF reader app on your phone or tablet. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Books, or Google Play Books for the best reading experience.

Is this the full version of Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism?

Yes, this is the complete PDF version of Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism by Clare M. Wilkinson-Weber; Alicia Ory Denicola (editors). You will be able to read the entire content as in the printed version without missing any pages.

Is it legal to download Critical Craft: Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism PDF for free?

https://PDFdrive.to provides links to free educational resources available online. We do not store any files on our servers. Please be aware of copyright laws in your country before downloading.

The materials shared are intended for research, educational, and personal use in accordance with fair use principles.