39 pages • 1 hour read
Sherry TurkleAlone Together: Why We Expect More from Technology and Less From Each Other
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Sherry Turkle’s Alone Together is praised for its insightful exploration of technology's impact on human relationships, highlighting both its connective potential and its isolating effects. Critics commend the vivid real-life anecdotes but note occasional repetition and a nostalgic tone. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read on our evolving digital lives.
Who Should Read Alone Together?
Readers who enjoy exploring the impact of technology on human relationships and societal norms will find Alone Together by Sherry Turkle intriguing. Similar audiences are drawn to Nicholas Carr’s The Shallows and Cal Newport’s Digital Minimalism. This book is ideal for those interested in digital culture and psychological perspectives on modern connectivity.
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