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Cairo : images of transition : perspectives on visuality in Egypt 2011-2013 /

The Egyptian revolution of 2011 has significantly changed the relationship between citizens, public space, and visual expression. 'Cairo: Images of Transition' traces these developments and their effects on political communication, urban space, and cultural production. The book is the firs...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Otros Autores: Dal, Mikala Hydig (Editor )
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Arabic
Publicado: [Bielefeld] : Transcript, [2013]
Colección:Urban studies (Bielefeld, Germany)
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:The Egyptian revolution of 2011 has significantly changed the relationship between citizens, public space, and visual expression. 'Cairo: Images of Transition' traces these developments and their effects on political communication, urban space, and cultural production. The book is the first publication to offer a deep view on the relationship between aesthetics and politics in the wake of the Egyptian revolution 2011. Renowned Egyptian and international writers, artists and activists trace the shifting status of the image as a communicative tool, a witness to history, and an active agent for change.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (143 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:9783839426159
3839426154