Innovation and visualization : trajectories, strategies, and myths

In her account of the relationship between the development of visual images and innovations in art, communication, scientific research, and technology, Ione uses case studies to refute the science/humanities dichotomy that has long governed academic fields of study. She addresses themes ranging from cognitive science to illuminated manuscripts and uses examples from writers and artists ranging from Plato to Chuck Close. Ione is director of the Diatrope Institute, which disseminates information and conducts research exploring art, science and visual studies. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)