Originally published in 1985, Neil Postman's groundbreaking
polemic about the corrosive effects of television on our politics
and public discourse has been hailed as a twenty-first-century book
published in the twentieth century. Now, with television joined by
more sophisticated electronic media--from the Internet to cell
phones to DVDs--it has taken on even greater significance. Amusing
Ourselves to Death is a prophetic look at what happens when
politics, journalism, education, and even religion become subject
to the demands of entertainment. It is also a blueprint for
regaining controlof our media, so that they can serve our highest
goals.
General
Imprint: |
Penguin USA
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
December 2005 |
First published: |
December 2005 |
Authors: |
Neil Postman
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Introduction by: |
Andrew Postman
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Dimensions: |
198 x 130 x 13mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Mass Market
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Pages: |
184 |
Edition: |
20th anniversary ed |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-14-303653-1 |
Categories: |
Books >
Arts & Architecture >
Performing arts >
Television
|
LSN: |
0-14-303653-X |
Barcode: |
9780143036531 |
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