Atmosphere: Power, Critique, Politics: A Conceptual Analysis

Niels Albertsen

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Abstract

This paper hans three interrelated parts. First, atmosphere is approached through the concept of power. Atmospheres 'grip' us directly or mediate power indirectly by manipulating moods and evoking emotions. How does atmosphere relate to different conceptions of power? Second, atmospheric powers may be critiqued. Which conception of critique can be involved? Third, critiquing atmospheric powers can generate political conflict. How does atmospheric disputes relate to conceptions of politics and the political?
Translated title of the contributionAtmosfære: magt, kritik, politik: En begrebsanalyse
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAmbiances, tomorrow : Proceedings of 3rd International Congress on Ambiances, September 2016, Volos, Greece
EditorsNicolas Rémy, Nicolas Tixier
Number of pages6
Volume2
Place of PublicationVolos
Publication date21 Sept 2016
Edition1
Pages573-578
ISBN (Print)978-2-9520948-6-3
Publication statusPublished - 21 Sept 2016

Keywords

  • atmosfære
  • magt
  • kritik
  • politik
  • Spinoza
  • Foucault
  • Rancière

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