9780271082424 - the shape of difficulty: a fan letter to unruly objects di rothstein, bret l. (17 risultati)
Lingua: Inglese
Editore: Penn State University Press (edition Illustrated), 2019
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Da: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.BooksRun
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Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Illustrated. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.
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Da: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.Better World Books
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Condizione: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
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Hardcover. Condizione: Good. HARDCOVER Good - Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name - GOOD Standard-sized.
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hardcover. Condizione: Like New. Clean copy. May have remainder mark.
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Da: Kennys Bookstore, Olney, MD, U.S.A.Kennys Bookstore
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Condizione: New. 2019. hardcover. . Not a first edition copy. . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.
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Da: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, IrlandaKennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd.
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Condizione: New. 2019. hardcover. . Not a first edition copy. . . .
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Da: Pheonix Books and Collectibles, Clearfield, PA, U.S.A.Pheonix Books and Collectibles
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Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. Hardback in overall good shape with light general wear. Binding firm and square. Clean throughout.
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Da: California Books, Miami, FL, U.S.A.California Books
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Condizione: New.
Lingua: Inglese
Editore: Pennsylvania State University Press, University Park, 2019
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Da: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.Grand Eagle Retail
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Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. What is it about puzzles that drives us to figure them out? In this unique and innovative book, Bret L. Rothstein explores how mechanical problems delight and frustrate us, distracting our attention from recognizably useful activities and directing it toward something that may be even more…important.All too often puzzles can seem like some kind of cruel test to be beaten or passed. But according to Rothstein, they really want nothing more than for us to drop what we are doing and play. In that way, they can actually enhance consciousness, as we are perhaps never more aware than when we grapple with an object that refuses to satisfy our expectations. The Shape of Difficulty is an ode to and exploration of these unruly objectsRubik's cubes, geometric dissections, secret-opening boxes, string disentanglements, and so many morethat bring interpretive failure out of the shadows and allow it to take center stage in physical ways. While many puzzles may offer perceptible expressions of mathematical concepts, logical propositions, and logistical problems, this book urges readers to dwell for a while with objects that, built specifically to be misunderstood, demand that we reconsider our approaches to understandingand, in the bargain, how we conceive of the interpretive self.Drawing on landmark theories of play, Rothsteins richly illustrated meditation on our fascination with objects reveals the lasting allure of puzzles while underscoring the intellectual worth of doubt, failure, and idle time. Examines the subculture of enigmatology: mechanical puzzles, their makers, and those who aspire to solving them. Argues that the provocations and broad popularity of puzzles underscore the intellectual worth of questioning and failureand of the pursuits of the humanities. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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Da: zenosbooks, San Francisco, CA, U.S.A.zenosbooks
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hardcover. Condizione: Very Good in Dustjacket. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. First Edition. University Park. 2019. Penn State University Press. 1st American Edition. Very Good in Dustjacket. 9780271082424. 7 x 9. hardcover. keywords: Art. DESCRIPTION - What is it about puzzles that drives us to figure them out? In this u…nique and innovative book, Bret L. Rothstein explores how mechanical problems delight and frustrate us, distracting our attention from recognizably useful activities and directing it toward something that may be even more important. All too often puzzles can seem like some kind of cruel test to be beaten or passed. But according to Rothstein, they really want nothing more than for us to drop what we're doing and play. In that way, they can actually enhance consciousness, as we are perhaps never more aware than when we grapple with an object that refuses to satisfy our expectations. The Shape of Difficulty is an ode to and exploration of these unruly objects-Rubik's cubes, geometric dissections, secret-opening boxes, string disentanglements, and so many more-that bring interpretive failure out of the shadows and allow it to take center stage in physical ways. While many puzzles may offer perceptible expressions of mathematical concepts, logical propositions, and logistical problems, this book urges readers to simply appreciate the enigma of these objects built specifically to be misunderstood, encouraging us to reframe our expectations of ourselves and our approaches to understanding. Drawing on landmark theories of play, Rothstein's richly illustrated meditation on our fascination with objects reveals the lasting allure of puzzles while underscoring the intellectual worth of doubt, failure, and idle time. inventory #44867.
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Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno UnitoPBShop.store UK
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HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
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Da: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Regno UnitoRevaluation Books
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Hardcover. Condizione: Brand New. 200 pages. 9.00x7.00x0.80 inches. In Stock.
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Da: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, Regno UnitoTHE SAINT BOOKSTORE
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Hardback. Condizione: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.
Lingua: Inglese
Editore: Pennsylvania State University Press, University Park, 2019
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Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. What is it about puzzles that drives us to figure them out? In this unique and innovative book, Bret L. Rothstein explores how mechanical problems delight and frustrate us, distracting our attention from recognizably useful activities and directing it toward something that may be even more…important.All too often puzzles can seem like some kind of cruel test to be beaten or passed. But according to Rothstein, they really want nothing more than for us to drop what we are doing and play. In that way, they can actually enhance consciousness, as we are perhaps never more aware than when we grapple with an object that refuses to satisfy our expectations. The Shape of Difficulty is an ode to and exploration of these unruly objectsRubik's cubes, geometric dissections, secret-opening boxes, string disentanglements, and so many morethat bring interpretive failure out of the shadows and allow it to take center stage in physical ways. While many puzzles may offer perceptible expressions of mathematical concepts, logical propositions, and logistical problems, this book urges readers to dwell for a while with objects that, built specifically to be misunderstood, demand that we reconsider our approaches to understandingand, in the bargain, how we conceive of the interpretive self.Drawing on landmark theories of play, Rothsteins richly illustrated meditation on our fascination with objects reveals the lasting allure of puzzles while underscoring the intellectual worth of doubt, failure, and idle time. Examines the subculture of enigmatology: mechanical puzzles, their makers, and those who aspire to solving them. Argues that the provocations and broad popularity of puzzles underscore the intellectual worth of questioning and failureand of the pursuits of the humanities. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What is it about puzzles that drives us to figure them out In this unique and innovative book, Bret L. Rothstein explores how mechanical problems delight and frustrate us, distracting our attention from recognizably 'useful' activities and directing it toward something that may be even more impor…tant.All too often puzzles can seem like some kind of cruel test to be beaten or passed. But according to Rothstein, they really want nothing more than for us to drop what we are doing and play. In that way, they can actually enhance consciousness, as we are perhaps never more aware than when we grapple with an object that refuses to satisfy our expectations. The Shape of Difficulty is an ode to and exploration of these 'unruly objects'--Rubik's cubes, geometric dissections, secret-opening boxes, string disentanglements, and so many more--that bring interpretive failure out of the shadows and allow it to take center stage in physical ways. While many puzzles may offer perceptible expressions of mathematical concepts, logical propositions, and logistical problems, this book urges readers to dwell for a while with objects that, built specifically to be misunderstood, demand that we reconsider our approaches to understanding--and, in the bargain, how we conceive of the interpretive self.Drawing on landmark theories of play, Rothstein's richly illustrated meditation on our fascination with objects reveals the lasting allure of puzzles while underscoring the intellectual worth of doubt, failure, and idle time.
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Condizione: New. Examines the subculture of enigmatology: mechanical puzzles, their makers, and those who aspire to solving them. Argues that the provocations and broad popularity of puzzles underscore the intellectual worth of questioning and failure-and of the pursuits of.
