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Ananda K. Coomaraswamy’s ‘Bugbear of Literacy’ presents a critical examination of literacy’s role in modern society and cultural development. The author challenges the widespread assumption that literacy is an unqualified good, exploring instead how written language and formal education have transformed human consciousness and social structures.
Coomaraswamy, a renowned philosopher and art historian, brings his distinctive perspective to questions of cultural preservation, oral traditions, and the impact of alphabetic literacy on traditional knowledge systems. The work investigates the tension between literate and non-literate cultures, examining what may be lost and gained in the transition to written communication.
This thought-provoking essay remains relevant for contemporary discussions about technology, education, and cultural change, offering insights into how societies adapt and transform through shifts in communication methods.
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