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Amusing Ourselves to Death
Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business
by Neil Postman · 1985 · 184 pages
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About This Book
An analysis of how the shift from a print-based culture to a television-driven society has transformed public discourse into a form of entertainment. Postman argues that the medium of television inherently devalues serious topics by demanding visual stimulation and amusement over rational thought.
Book Details
Published
1985
Pages
184
Language
en
ISBN
9780140094381
Awards & Recognition
George Orwell Award for Distinguished Contribution to Honesty and Clarity in Public Language (1986)
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