The Reconstruction of Space and Time: Mobile Communication Practices

One of the most significant impacts of mobile communication is the way it has transformed our coordination with others. Instead of contacting general locations, we can now reach specific individuals from almost anywhere, fundamentally changing human interaction. This shift allows for last-minute adjustments to meeting times and locations, a departure from the traditional need to plan well in advance.

In the early days, mobile devices were primarily used for emergencies and work, enabling communication between distant locations and families. The sharing of these devices not only addressed economic concerns but also influenced family and interpersonal dynamics, shedding light on the nature of relationships and social interactions.

This insightful book, "The Reconstruction of Space and Time: Mobile Communication Practices," edited by Rich Ling and Scott W. Campbell, delves into the modern impact of mobile communication on human interaction, offering a fresh perspective on how it alters our experience of space and time.

• Editor: Ling, Rich
• Editor: Campbell, Scott W.
• Publisher: Transaction Publishers
• Illustration: n
• Language: ENG
• Pages: 00281 (Encrypted)
• On Sale: 2011-12-31
• SKU-13/ISBN: 9781412808095
• Category: Language Arts & Disciplines : Communication Studies