JOURNAL ARTICLE

Unmaking Waste: New Histories of Old Things.

  • Published In: Journal of Design History, 2024, v. 37, n. 3. P. 285 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Molotch, Harvey 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Unmaking Waste: New Histories of Old Things" challenges the concept of "trash" and explores the complex attributes of excrement in societies past and present. Author Sarah Newman argues that categorizing waste as a single entity obscures essential differences in material composition and symbolic meaning. Through historical analysis and concrete examples, Newman highlights the dynamic relationship between material objects, beliefs, and societal structures. The article also delves into the impact of capitalism, colonialism, and environmental degradation on waste management practices and human perceptions of cleanliness and morality. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Design History. 2024/09, Vol. 37, Issue 3, p285
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0952-4649
  • DOI:10.1093/jdh/epad041
  • Accession Number:182906150
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