Remote Control (Object Lessons)
In Remote Control, Caetlin Benson-Allott unpacks the remote control's profound impact on media consumption and culture. As part of the Object Lessons series, the book traces its technological development and societal influence, revealing how this everyday device reshapes our engagement with entertainment and screens in subtle yet significant ways.
About This Book
Remote Control is part of the Object Lessons series, which examines everyday objects through interdisciplinary lenses. Authored by Caetlin Benson-Allott, it focuses on the remote control as a pivotal tool in contemporary society.
The book investigates the remote control's role in mediating our relationship with television and other screens. It highlights how this small device influences viewing habits, family dynamics, and broader cultural practices.
Through scholarly analysis, Remote Control reveals the remote's evolution from a novelty to an essential household item. It connects the object's design and functionality to larger themes in media history and technology adoption.
This work offers insights into how mundane technologies embed themselves in daily routines, prompting reflection on our dependence on such devices.
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