![]() It is not possible to sustain deep thought in this media. But most of our information these days are sound bites - brief bursts of TV friendly, consumer oriented media flashes. To comprehend deep or subtle ideas, we have to be able to read a bit, stop and think about it, re-read it. Sustained reasoning requires the written word. Very well written and well argued, Postman's thesis is that our culture has shifted from being one of printed media to one of television and this shift changes not only the media through which we are informed, it actually changes the very content of what we are learning. Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-ownedĮxtremely insightful, will change the way you see TV It helps you further understand yourself, and how you think. 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, s tudies, and testimonies.Įven if you don't agree with the premise of the book, it would be a profitable read. This is an even-handed and fact-based examination of how human communication, specifically in the realms of entertainment, has changed over the years. If you wonder how propping up and relaxing to television affects who you are and how you think, then read this. If you wonder what those pesky book-lovers see in the publications of years gone by, this is for you. If you've ever wondered why people love modern entertainment, but can't explain why, this is for you. Hailed, at times, as an apocalyptic radical, Neil Postman takes an unconventional, yet, truthful, mindset regarding technology, entertainment, and human communication. "Insightful Glimpse into Technology's Evil Side"
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