Bunker Archaeology
New York: Princeton Architectural Press, 1994.
No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; Translated from the French by George Collins. 10.25 inches tall; 214 pages with numerous b/w photographs by Paul Virilio; and cartographic maps.
In Bunker Archaeology, Paul Virilio explores the legacy of World War II bunkers, examining their impact on the landscape and society's perception of space.
Through a philosophical lens, he shows how these structures represent not only military defense but also a cultural shift in views of safety, isolation, and violence. Virilio delves into the symbolic role of bunkers, both as physical and psychological spaces, reflecting the anxieties of the modern age. Moving beyond technical details, he challenges readers to consider how these structures embody power, control, and modernity.
By blending architectural analysis with philosophical reflection, Virilio forces us to reconsider the intersection of architecture, military history, and cultural memory.
Subjects: Bunker Architecture, War, Modernity, Urban Space, Paul Virilio, 20th Century Architecture, Philosophy, Architecture, Military Studies, Cultural Studies.
Item #20648
ISBN: 1568980159
Price: $150.00
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