Elijah howarth w e hoyle (2 risultati)
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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno UnitoForgotten Books
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EUR 18,73
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is an archival collection reporting on the history and evolution of museums and their far-reaching effects on society. From the 19th-century foundation of national museums to the present day's proliferation of special-purpose public and private museums, the author explores t…he development of museums as institutions and the ways in which they have reflected and shaped the intellectual, social, and political landscape. The in-depth analysis delves into the motivations behind the creation of museum collections, examines how acquisitions, exhibitions, and displays can carry hidden assumptions and biases, and also investigates how recent social changes have affected the way museums operate. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno UnitoForgotten Books
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EUR 23,35
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating insight into the history, practices, and evolution of museums from their earliest known iterations through the Victorian era. The author argues that museums are vital not just for preserving and displaying precious relics, but also for shaping our understand…ing of ourselves and our place in the world. The book explores the role of museums in reflecting societal attitudes, advancing scientific knowledge, and fostering a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world. Through the lens of several notable institutions and their influential figures, the book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the transformative power of museums and their potential to shape our future. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
