The Influence of Technology on Literature
This essay will discuss the way new technologies have influenced some of the areas of literature. Whilst the writer of this essay acknowledges the development of cyber books for their pure entertainment value, this essay will focus on the influence of new technology in the practical advances in the literature and associated industries. This includes the influences that new technology has had on the entertainment aspect, the educational aspect, the industry aspect and the employment aspect. This essay will discuss the influence that new technologies and new uses for old technologies have had on some aspects of literature and the producers and consumers of books. This includes authors, publishers and of course the reader. The purpose of this article is to convince the reader that new technologies have a place in literature and that through an adoption rather than a fear of these technologies both authors, publishers and readers can benefit.
The first issue to be considered is the influence and implications of new technologies on authors. For example, voice activated software. Voice activated software and writing materials are not a new technology. However, particularly in the literature industry it would appear that its full use is only just being recognised. Howell (2004) interviewed someone who he claims is a noted and famous author and reports of the nerve damage incurred in his elbow after years of typing at a typewriter and then computer whilst writing books. Unfortunately, being self-employed, workers compensation didn’t ‘kick in’ for this author and he was forced to think outside the box to find an alternative to continue his career. This author adapted voice activated soft...
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This source considers the issue of converting to digital books, specifically as it pertains to the effect that this change would have on the global environment. Although the research does recognize that there are disadvantages to not having a physical copy of a book and to abandoning certain platforms that do not transfer well to a digital form, overall, these researchers conclude that publishers should move towards digital products not only for the sake of cheaper long-run costs, but also for the good that going paperless can do for the environment. By displaying a series of graphs, as well as including multiple data sets, the text explains how e-books compare with printed texts; then, analysis of these facts is also included to show the reader the authors’ point.
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On November 22nd, 1963, the thirty-fifth president, John Fitzgerald “Jack” Kennedy, was assassinated in Dealey Plaza in Dallas, TX. This event would later become one of the most infamous and discussed conspiracies of the century, sparking controversy across the nation. His shooter was an ex-marine, sharp shooter named Lee Harvey Oswald. Over the years, many government officials have pledged that President JFK’s death was a one-man job. However, researchers and theorists suspect that this was not the case due to sketchy coincidences and fragmented information they struggle to piece together. These have lead the public as well as some experts to believe and hypothesize their own conspiracies like the assassination being a more elaborate scheme or inside job.
During the last 50 years since President John Fitzgerald Kennedy’s assassination more than a handful of stories about what may have truly happened have come to light. CNN believes they found one theory that could actually hold the truth to what happened on that fateful day. In the years since the assassination numerous conspiracy theories have been released with countless amounts of books, news articles, T.V. episodes, and movies from many people trying to prove what they believe to be the truth of the assassination. Whether you believe Lee Harvey Oswald was the lone gunman or you believe there is a deeper darker story behind it, one thing is for sure, is the debate is still heavily present even half a decade later. Thanks to JFK Records Act
President John F. Kennedy was mercilessly assassinated leaving the nation with just one question: “Was it a conspiracy, or was Lee Harvey Oswald acting alone?” Investigation has not yet been able to shed light on the subject; however, resilient views are being expressed about which theory is accurate. The public has argued about whether or not political figures worked with Oswald to eliminate Kennedy. It is hard to believe that anyone would attempt to murder an individual of such high importance without assistance of those close to the target; therefore, a popular opinion is that the CIA and Secret Service were involved. This, however, is not the only conspiracy theory in regards to the assassination. Although many people have a strong
Since November 22, 1963, one question that has yet to be answered, who killed President John F. Kennedy, has haunted Americans for years. If you lend an ear to conspiracy theorists, you’ll be bombarded with the magic bullet theory and get told Oswald was a pawn in a game of chess. However, if you conduct your own investigation, you will find one truth; Oswald acted alone. A communist and Pro-Castro man, with hatred directed at both our beloved President and his brother, already has more than enough motive to kill. You’ll come to learn how conspiracy theorists bend the truth to support their theories.
The chapter, “The View from the Grassy Knoll” by Robert Goldberg begins with a quote from Oliver Stone’s film JFK and it is the “real question” as “X” asks, “Why? Why was Kennedy killed? Who benefited? Who has the power to cover it up?” He continues by saying the piling of circumstances is what “proves the existence of conspiracy.” This quote sets the tone for the chapter: explaining the many inconsistences and doubts about what truly happened and why it has become an unending conspiracy. His argument is built around the public’s response to the John F. Kennedy assassination, where the idea of “us versus them” became muddled and where conspiracies theories changed forever.
If you had the choice between your phone and a book,you would probably without thinking grab your phone. But what if you knew that reading is crucial to a future. In “Reading for pleasure Is in Painful Decline” by Stephen L. Carter and “Twilight of the books” by Caleb Crain, both authors argue about the state of reading in The United States. Within both passages they give valid points as to why and how the state of reading are negatively affecting the country. Stephen L. Carter represents how the decline in reading for fun is the main concern, while on the other hand, Caleb Crain shows it’s technology and social media that actually are the main contributors.
People all around agree that technology is changing how we think, but is it changing us for the better? Clive Thompson definitely thinks so and this book is his collection of why that is. As an avid fiction reader I wasn’t sure this book would captivate me, but the 352 pages seemingly flew past me. The book is a whirlwind of interesting ideas, captivating people, and fascinating thoughts on how technology is changing how we work and think.
Bradbury attacks loss of literature in the society of Fahrenheit 451 to warn our current society about how literature is disappearing and the effects on the people are negative. While Montag is at Faber’s house, Faber explains why books are so important by saying, “Do you know why books such as this are so important? Because they have quality. And what does the word quality mean? To me it means texture. This book has pores” (79). Faber is trying to display the importance of books and how without them people lack quality information. In Electronics and the Decline of Books by Eli Noam it is predicted that “books will become secondary tools in academia, usurped by electronic media” and the only reason books will be purchased will be for leisure, but even that will diminish due to electronic readers. Books are significant because they are able to be passed down through generation. While online things are not concrete, you can not physically hold the words. Reading boost creativity and imagination and that could be lost by shifting to qui...
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There have been many great books that have been based on the growing relationship of technology and human beings. Today, technology is continuously changing and evolving along with the way people adapt to these technological advances. Technology has completely changed our way of living, it has entwined with our humanity, by being able to replace limbs and organs that we once thought could not be replaced. One of the most crucial things that technology has changed is the way people in society interact with one another. A story written by William Gibson titled “Burning Chrome”, portrays that very idea. In his text, Gibson presents that the reader lives within a world where there is no boundaries or limitations between technology and humans. They become a part of each other and have evolved side by side into a society where a person can turn their conscious mind into data and upload it to non-physical, virtual world. In this research paper I will discuss how our society’s culture and interaction with one another has changed and adapted with the advancements of technology over the years.
During the past few years, the publishing and reading world has been facing a veritable digital book onslaught. E-books have been outselling print books on Amazon since 2011 (Polanka, 7). While digital book sales skyrocketed, print book sales, especially those of mass marked paperbacks, diminished. Even the fact that e-books are not much cheaper than print books does not seem to interfere with the former’s popularity. It would seem that the age of print books is about to end, and quite soon.
A work of literature is not complete until it is presented and critiqued by the reader. Over the years, the means of presentation of the literature has evolved with the availability of new technologies. One of the single most important developments over the past 100 years is electronic media. Electronic media has allowed for literature to be presented not only though a bound book but also audio and video. Electronic media has also allowed for easier, less time consuming authoring and publishing. This new media is still developing today and will continue at a fast pace as long as new technological breakthroughs occur.
Technology properly used in the classroom has many advantages to a student’s learning. Technology can help students become more involved in their own learning process, which is not seen in the traditional classroom. It allows them to master basic skills at their own rate rather than being left behind. Teachers and students alike can connect to real life situations by using technology in the classroom; this can also help to prepare students for real world situations. Technology can be used to motivate students as well as to offer more challenging opportunities. It can also be used as a visualization tool to keep students interested in the subject that is being taught. When technology is used effectively, students have the opportunity to develop skills that they may not get without the use of technology (Cleaver, 2011). Assessing and monitoring students is easier on the teacher because of the ability to use technology in the classroom. When technology is used correctly it offers limitless resources to a classroom atmosphere.