The Proxy Condition
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*The Proxy Condition* examines how digital systems reshape attention, identity, and the meaning of presence. Drawing on philosophy, cognitive science, and social theory, the book explores how modern life increasingly operates through proxies—stand-ins for attention, emotion, and identity. These systems influence behavior in ways that are often invisible yet deeply consequential.
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The book offers a conceptual framework for understanding how digital environments shape perception and decision-making, and how individuals can navigate these systems with greater awareness.
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