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“Both those taking snaps and documentary photographers... have not understood information. What they produce are camera memories, not information, and the better they do it, the more they prove the victory of the camera over the human being.”

Quote by Vilem Flusser

Book:Towards a Philosophy of Photography

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Towards a Philosophy of Photography

This book delves into the conceptual and theoretical aspects of photography, examining its role in art, culture, and society. more

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Vilem Flusser (May 12, 1920 - November 27, 1991) was a philosopher and cultural theorist from Czechoslovakia, recognized for his contributions to media theory, photography, and the philosophy of technology. His ideas have significantly influenced the study of communication and culture. more

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