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Amusing Ourselves to Death

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In “Amusing Ourselves to Death,” Neil Postman examines the impact of television on public discourse. He argues that television’s entertainment-focused format undermines serious discussion and critical thinking, leading to a society more focused on amusement than informed debate. Explore the profound influence of media on our understanding of politics, religion, and culture in this thought-provoking analysis.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780143036531
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 13
  • Height: 196 mm
  • No of Pages: 208
  • Series Title: English
  • Width: 127 mm
  • ISBN-10: 014303653X
  • Publisher Date: 27 Dec 2005
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: 20 ANV
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 15 mm
  • Weight: 159 gr

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Weight 0.5 kg

13 reviews for Amusing Ourselves to Death

  1. Saurabh Singh Rathour

    Postman’s ideas are still relevant! Though a bit dated, the core message about entertainment trivializing important issues rings true. Thought-provoking!

  2. Shivam Arora

    A bit slow to get into, but stick with it. The ideas are profound and make you reconsider the world around you.

  3. Alakananda Chatterjee

    A classic for a reason. Makes you think about how media shapes our world. A bit dense at times, but worth the effort.

  4. Avish M Bhandari

    Overhyped, in my opinion. Some valid points, but nothing groundbreaking. Expected more based on the reviews.

  5. Vineet Chaudhary

    Essential reading for understanding the impact of media on our society. It’s a bit dense, but worth the effort.

  6. Mayur Tukaram Udmale

    Very insightful! It’s amazing how prescient Postman was. Highly recommend for anyone interested in media studies.

  7. Dave Rushi Bhaveshbhai

    Good premise, but the writing style felt a little dry. Still, plenty of food for thought regarding the role of entertainment.

  8. Siddhik Gagguturu

    Found it a bit repetitive, but the central argument is strong. Definitely changed how I view TV and the news.

  9. Sumant Pratap Singh

    This book is worth reading in the st century! It offers insights into how media affects public discourse. Truly timeless.

  10. Shreyash Dadhich

    Postman presents a compelling case, though sometimes a bit pessimistic. Still, a crucial examination of our media landscape.

  11. Yatharth Bhardwaj Bhardwaj

    Challenging but rewarding. I didn’t agree with everything, but it certainly sparked some important conversations.

  12. Prithvi Raj Parashar

    An eye-opening exploration of how TV has reshaped our culture. Some arguments are exaggerated, but overall, a valuable read.

  13. Tushar Kaul

    Scarily accurate even decades later. Makes you question everything you consume. A must-read for the media-savvy.

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