Beyond the Boundary of Public Spaces: A Review of the Books in the “Tochka” Series

Abstract

This article examines the non-fiction series “Tochka” [Dot] released by the Publishing House “Ad Marginem”, focusing on its exploration of contemporary public spaces, economics, the Internet, and society. The series, comprising five books, addresses the reconfiguration of traditional boundaries and the transformation of public discourse. First of all, the books offer a special and atypical view of the stable constructs of public spaces. As is characteristic of myths, these constructions are naturalized and seem to be the only possible ones. The study highlights the series’ interdisciplinary approach, which spans anthropology, internet critique, and art history, as well as its emphasis on shifting discursive boundaries. The research reveals that each book in the series challenges established concepts, such as “civilization”, “race”, “capitalism”, “value” by offering alternative perspectives. The findings suggest that the series serves as a conceptual intervention, prompting readers to rethink the naturalized categories and embrace new ways of thinking. This article is intended for scholars and readers interested in critical theory, cultural studies, social sciences, and the intersection of media and society.