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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-100140094385
ISBN-139780140094381
eBay Product ID (ePID)60703
Product Key Features
Book TitleAmusing Ourselves to Death : Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMedia Studies, Television / History & Criticism
Publication Year1986
GenrePerforming Arts, Social Science
AuthorNeil Postman
FormatUk-B Format Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight5.5 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN86-009513
Dewey Edition22
Grade FromTwelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal302.234
SynopsisTelevision has conditioned us to tolerate visually entertaining material measured out in spoonfuls of time, to the detriment of rational public discourse and reasoned public affairs. In this eloquent, persuasive book, Neil Postman alerts us to the real and present dangers of this state of affairs, and offers compelling suggestions as to how to withstand the media onslaught. Before we hand over politics, education, religion, and journalism to the show business demands of the television age, we must recognize the ways in which the media shape our lives and the ways we can, in turn, shape them to serve out highest goals.
LC Classification NumberP94.P63 1986
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- 14. Mai. 2017
"Insightful Glimpse into Technology's Evil Side"
Hailed, at times, as an apocalyptic radical, Neil Postman takes an unconventional, yet, truthful, mindset regarding technology, entertainment, and human communication. If you've ever wondered why people love modern entertainment, but can't explain why, this is for you. If you wonder what those pesky book-lovers see in the publications of years gone by, this is for you. If you wonder how propping up and relaxing to television affects who you are and how you think, then read this. This is an even-handed and fact-based examination of how human communication, specifically in the realms of entertainment, has changed over the years. Fantastic resource and read! It may hint and the flavor of a conspiracy theorist, were it not for every word being true, well thought out, and supported by facts, studies, and testimonies. Even if you don't agree with the premise of the book, it would be a profitable read. It helps you further understand yourself, and how you think. Highly recommended!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 11. Mär. 2025
Thank you for the book. I read it in the...
Thank you for the book. I read it in the late 90s and this copy will be for my son. It's in fine shape for its age and looks great. Everyone should get and read a copy. Then we wouldn't be so surprised why things are the way they are. Many thanks!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 29. Mär. 2016
A Brilliant Must-Read
Neil Postman was one of our great cultural critics and commentators. This is his manifesto on the decline of literacy and the reasons for it, eloquently told in detail. This short book is on many '100 books to read in your lifetime' lists for good reason, it's brilliant. The precept that pits Orwell against Huxley, itself describes and answers more questions about our culture than you can imagine. Highly recommended.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 10. Apr. 2018
Insightful, important and timely in 2018.
Insightful, important and timely. A great book. Highest praise. Buy it, but be careful from whom. My copy described as good quality is in fact poor ragged and yellowed.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 26. Mai. 2019
Informative and practical book
Pros - points out that watching TV (and now the advice would probably apply to most use of the internet) is mainly for entertainment.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 01. Dez. 2024
THE BAD NEWS OF THE VICTORY OF "THE SCREENS"
Tells us where we were as a people in the 1980s. And since then we have gone exponentially "screen time" and ammusment oriented. Woe are the present young people!! ( I am a "War baby" generation member: 1943.)Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 21. Jul. 2016
Not easy to read
This book is written in academic language which makes it not very readable. The content is not what I expected.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 26. Jun. 2018
Book Review
A book that everyone should read, especially high school and college kidsBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 31. Mär. 2023
Helps you do damage control on what has made you a moron
Get this under you beret and understand the Chaos you are trained to call fresh ai.and save yourselfBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 30. Jun. 2019
Great Thesis
Reading through all of his works. Very timely as it was then and ever since and even before.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
