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Cyberspace and Non-Place: A Case Study
by A.M. Kent Executive Summary This case study looked at research surrounding cyberspace as an example of Marc Auge’s non-place, and how it could also be interpreted differently through different perspectives. The key research and recommendations in this field are from (Bolter & Grusin, 2000; Carroll, 2017; Walmsley, 2010). However, research on cyberspace as a…
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Nomophobia
The author reflects on their relationship with the internet, noting the contrast between a past without it and the current state of society, which often feels disengaged and addicted. They express a blend of nostalgia and appreciation for both digital and offline experiences, advocating for moderation and balance in life while humorously promoting their writing.
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Diogenes in The Void
The character in Void Around Sunlight is a serial killer reminiscent of Diogenes the Cynic, embodying an anti-philosophical stance amidst chaos. While critiquing societal norms and engaging in shamelessness, he embraces destruction as a warped virtue. His empathy lies in others’ inability to appreciate this self-dissolution, contrasting traditional moral frameworks.
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He Who Learns by A.M. Kent
In a tempestuous sea, a stoic captain contemplates entering a mysterious silver light, believing it holds answers to his past. After plunging into the light, he encounters a younger version of himself and a woman tied to his regrets. Through reconciliation, he confronts his past decisions, ultimately emerging renewed, shedding burdens.
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Prodigal by Blace Alcock
A excerpt by Blace Alcock. In a solemn cabin, a weary man reflects on his estranged family, particularly his son, while laboring alone. One night, he encounters a mysterious owl-like creature that urges him to seek his son, who is lost. The man is left contemplating the creature’s cryptic advice before falling asleep again.
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The Consciousness Society: Motivations
The author reflects on the motivations behind writing their book, highlighting personal experiences with grief, particularly through the character Dr. Sally Clark, who copes with loss. Additionally, they explore the concept of abstract evil in historical contexts, emphasizing the shocking nature of human atrocities. The book aims to provoke thought without being excessively dark.
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The Glass Moon: Regret
This can serve as a cautionary tale as sorts, The Glass moon was the first book I ever had published. I poured my heart into it and it is a deeply personal book to me. I, unfortunately, went with a terrible publisher for the publication of my first novel. I was new, overly excited, and…
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