{"product_id":"androids-in-the-enlightenment-mechanics-artisans-and-cultures-of-the-self-the-university-of-chicago-press-9780226034164-adelheid-voskuhl","title":"Androids in the Enlightenment – Mechanics, Artisans, and Cultures of the Self","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating intersection of mechanics and culture in \u003cstrong\u003eAndroids in the Enlightenment – Mechanics, Artisans, and Cultures of the Self\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eAdelheid Voskuhl\u003c\/strong\u003e. Published by \u003cstrong\u003eThe University of Chicago Press\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2015, this engaging paperback spans 296 pages and delves into the remarkable world of mechanical androids from the eighteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eVoskuhl explores two captivating automata, both featuring piano-playing women, and examines their significance in the context of Enlightenment thought. This insightful work reveals how these early creations foreshadowed a later era, where the rise of industrial factory production sparked fears of a society increasingly indistinguishable from machines. \u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of mechanical engineering, history, and the evolution of technology, \u003cstrong\u003eAndroids in the Enlightenment\u003c\/strong\u003e invites readers to reflect on the intricate relationship between humanity and its creations. Don't miss the chance to add this thought-provoking book to your collection!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelheid Voskuhl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52253279551830,"sku":"9780226034164","price":47.52,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0886\/3206\/6390\/files\/9780226034164.jpg?v=1767781711","url":"https:\/\/www.englishbook.pt\/products\/androids-in-the-enlightenment-mechanics-artisans-and-cultures-of-the-self-the-university-of-chicago-press-9780226034164-adelheid-voskuhl","provider":"Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}