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Shamans, Software and Spleens : Law and the Construction of the Information Society

by James Boyle

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Shamans, Software and Spleens presents a look at the tricky problems posed by the information society. Boyle's book discusses topics ranging from blackmail and insider trading to artificial intelligence, microeconomics and cultural studies.

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Original title: Shamans, Software and Spleens : Law and the Construction of the Information Society
Original publication date: 1996
Original language: English

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Languages: English
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Published: 1996
Genres: Politics and Government, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, Technology, Science & Nature
DDC/MDS: 302.2
LCC: K1401 .B69

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