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Out of Sync & Out of Work

- History and the Obsolescence of Labor in Contemporary Culture

About Out of Sync & Out of Work

Explores the representation of obsolescence, particularly of labour, in film and literature during a historical moment in which automation has intensified in capitalist economies. Joel Burges analyses texts such as The Invention of Hugo Cabret, Wreck-It Ralph, Fantastic Mr. Fox, and Iron Council, and examines their ""means"" of production.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780813597126
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 214
  • Published:
  • June 26, 2018
  • Dimensions:
  • 152x229x20 mm.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: October 19, 2025

Description of Out of Sync & Out of Work

Explores the representation of obsolescence, particularly of labour, in film and literature during a historical moment in which automation has intensified in capitalist economies. Joel Burges analyses texts such as The Invention of Hugo Cabret, Wreck-It Ralph, Fantastic Mr. Fox, and Iron Council, and examines their ""means"" of production.

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