Navigating Mythic Space in the Digital Age

Autor/in	Foley, Drew Thomas
Titel	Navigating Mythic Space in the Digital Age
Quelle	(2012), (119 Seiten) PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit Ph.D. Dissertation, Fielding Graduate University
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Monographie
ISBN	978-1-2675-7914-0
Schlagwörter	Hochschulschrift; Dissertation; Information Technology; Access to Information; Influence of Technology; Navigation (Information Systems); Folk Culture; Tales; History + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Thesis; Dissertations; Academic thesis; Informationstechnologie; Erzählung; Geschichte; Geschichtsdarstellung
Abstract	In prior ages, alternate worlds are associated with symbolic expressions of storied space, here termed "mythic space." The digital age brings new forms of virtual space that are co-existent with physical space. These virtual spaces may be understood as a contemporary representation of mythic space. This dissertation explores the paths by which mythic space is navigated in the digital age. The cartographic metaphor is applied to questions concerning the nature of boundaries, relationships, and paths of navigation in virtual space. These questions present implications for the ways that spheres of work, play, and social connections are navigated in the emerging age. The research builds upon the ideas of cosmologist Edward Harrison and systems theorist Will McWhinney to establish connections to current literature on the ways that digital information systems shape the stories that we live. The inquiry uses traditional stories as a framing device to illustrate concepts through the companionship of symbolic (story) and analytic (cartographic) forms. Guide figures from literature offer insight into similarities and distinctions between the emerging digital age and prior historical periods. The reflexive approach considers the role of shared stories in providing orientation across traditional and digital spaces. Comparisons between analog and digital forms of grammar are used to articulate patterns that underlie contemporary conceptions of space. The study finds support for the ways that these connected spaces may serve as a fertile ground for the creation of shared stories. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.] (As Provided).
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Update	2017/4/10