The end of absence : reclaiming what we've lost in a world of constant connection
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New York : Current, ©2014.
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Published
New York : Current, ©2014.
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Book
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viii, 243 pages ; 22 m.
Language
English

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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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"Only one generation in history (ours) will experience life both with and without the Internet. For everyone who follows us, online life will simply be the air they breathe. Today, we revel in ubiquitous information and constant connection, rarely stopping to consider the implications for our logged-on lives. Michael Harris chronicles this massive shift, exploring what we've gained--and lost--in the bargain. In this eloquent and thought-provoking book, Harris argues that our greatest loss has been that of absence itself--of silence, wonder, and solitude. It's a surprisingly precious commodity, and one we have less of every year. Drawing on a vast trove of research and scores of interviews with global experts, Harris explores this "loss of lack" in chapters devoted to every corner of our lives, from sex and commerce to memory and attention span. The book's message is urgent: once we've lost the gift of absence, we may never remember its value"--,Provided by publisher.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Harris, M. (2014). The end of absence: reclaiming what we've lost in a world of constant connection . Current.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Harris, Michael, 1980-. 2014. The End of Absence: Reclaiming What We've Lost in a World of Constant Connection. Current.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Harris, Michael, 1980-. The End of Absence: Reclaiming What We've Lost in a World of Constant Connection Current, 2014.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Harris, Michael. The End of Absence: Reclaiming What We've Lost in a World of Constant Connection Current, 2014.

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