Personal Mobilities
Understanding the Dynamics of Personal Movement in Society
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:26th Jul '06
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This insightful book examines personal movement, exploring how individuals navigate space and society. Personal Mobilities sheds light on diverse transportation modes and their societal implications.
The book Personal Mobilities offers a comprehensive exploration of the various dimensions of personal movement. It delves into how individuals interact with space, society, and technology, examining the myriad ways people mobilize themselves in contemporary life. By analyzing different modes of transportation, including air travel, the author highlights the fundamental human need for movement and how it is influenced by broader societal trends.
In today's developed societies, communication takes many forms, whether through public or private transportation for face-to-face interactions or virtual connections via mobile phones and the internet. Personal Mobilities emphasizes the interplay between physical and virtual movement, showcasing how these modes of communication shape our experiences and relationships in a rapidly evolving world.
Kellerman's work stands out as it addresses both geographical and sociological dimensions of mobility, an area that has often been explored only partially. By focusing exclusively on personal mobilities, Personal Mobilities fills a significant gap in the literature, offering insights into the commonalities and differences among various mobility technologies and the international nuances that influence them. This book is essential for understanding the complexities of how we move and connect in the modern age.
ISBN: 9780415391597
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 570g
224 pages