A new translation of Ernst Kapp’s 1877 book on technology’s role in human culture is published, highlighting how tools extend human abilities.

A newly translated edition of Ernst Kapp’s 1877 work, a foundational text in technology philosophy, explores how humans extend their bodies into tools, shaping culture through "organ projection." Published by the University of Minnesota Press, the translation includes an afterword by Siegfried Zielinski and is praised for its insight into the human-technology relationship. The press also supports digital scholarship through Manifold, a platform for interactive academic works, reflecting its commitment to advancing interdisciplinary research in cultural and digital studies.