"A vital addition to the literature on art of the later twentieth
century, in which Roy Ascott has played central roles as a major
pioneer of interactive, telematic art and as an innovative
educator. Ascott's visionary philosophy, grounded in science and
technology as well as metaphysical thought, has profound
implications for the digital era. Edward Shanken is the ideal guide
through this material, and his lucid and insightful introductory
essay will become the standard source on Ascott's work and the
larger history of telematic art."--Linda Dalrymple Henderson, David
Bruton, Jr., Centennial Professor in Art History and Distinguished
Teaching Professor, University of Texas, Austin
"Roy Ascott has unerringly been a step ahead of the cultural
shifts of his times. If cybernetics, interactivity, network
culture, and telematics have an artistic edge today, it is because
Ascott has been there first. This collection, edited and with a
brilliant introduction by Edward Shanken, charts the evolution of
Ascott's ideas, pedagogy, and artmaking, which continue to be a
potent source of ideas for the future of art."--Roger Malina,
Executive Editor of "Leonardo
"An admirable survey of the telematic arts and of Roy Ascott's
extraordinary contributions to this art form. Thoroughly
researched, this readable text is a valuable resource for
initiating students into the realm of contemporary electronic arts
and sciences by bridging the gap between the visual and media
arts."--Peter d'Agostino, Professor of Film and Media Arts and
Director of the NewTechLab, Temple University
"Roy Ascott is a leading artist and writer in the field of art
and technology, and a collection of his writings is long
overdue.Edward Shanken's introduction addresses many issues
relevant to contemporary culture, elucidating historical, social,
and theoretical aspects of Ascott's work."--Eduardo Kac, Associate
Professor of Art and Technology, School of the Art Institute of
Chicago
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