{"product_id":"9780262525961","title":"Cybernetic Revolutionaries","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCybernetic Revolutionaries\u003c\/strong\u003e by Eden Medina delves into the intricate interplay between technology, society, and ethics through the lens of cybernetics. Set against the backdrop of the 1970s, this scholarly work examines the rise of cybernetic thought in Latin America, particularly focusing on Chile's ambitious project to merge technology with socialist ideals. Medina meticulously uncovers the visionaries who sought to harness cybernetics for social transformation, highlighting their successes and failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the narrative is the Cybernetics and Society project, spearheaded by key figures such as Stafford Beer. Medina explores how these intellectuals aimed to apply systems theory to create a more equitable society, revealing both the optimism and the challenges faced during a tumultuous political era. Through a rich tapestry of historical accounts and personal anecdotes, the book illustrates the complexities of integrating technology with social change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Readers Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEngaging narrative that combines history and theory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInsightful exploration of the ethical implications of technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRichly documented with primary sources and interviews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProvocative questions about the role of technology in shaping society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for readers interested in the intersections of technology, politics, and social justice. Scholars and enthusiasts of cybernetics, systems theory, and Latin American studies will find Medina's analysis both enlightening and thought-provoking. For those who appreciated Medina's previous work, \u003cstrong\u003eCybernetic Revolutionaries\u003c\/strong\u003e continues to explore similar themes with depth and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIT Press Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56222472962380,"sku":"9780262525961","price":32.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780262525961_0b93c146-1229-4f83-aa48-ee6f8ef0ad36.webp?v=1765553922","url":"https:\/\/foxandfablebooksellers.com\/fr-ch\/products\/9780262525961","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}