From the Bauhaus to Buckminster Fuller, from Elvis to ecology, the writings of John McHale (1922-1978) engage a diverse set of concerns. The Expendable Reader highlights McHale's theorization of technology and communication and their impact on traditional ideas of culture. Assembled from a broad range of sources, this book enables a sharper grasp on McHale's thinking and on our own cultural situation.

About the Author
John McHale (1922-1978) was an artist, theorist of "pop art," futurist, and critic. A key member of the Independent Group at London's Institute of Contemporary Arts in the early 1950s, his artwork is held in several museums internationally. Alex Kitnick holds a Ph.D. from the Department of Art and Archaeology at Princeton University and has taught at Vassar College and at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.


Book Information
ISBN 9781883584702
Author . Mchale
Format Paperback
Page Count 296
Imprint Columbia Books on Architecture and the City
Publisher Columbia Books on Architecture and the City
Weight(grams) 214g
Dimensions(mm) 178mm * 123mm * 21mm