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Jeff Jarvis, "The Gutenberg Parenthesis: The Age of Print and Its Lessons for the Age of the Internet" (Bloomsbury, 2023)

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The Gutenberg Parenthesis: Media's Evolution

In this chapter, the speaker reflects on their journey as a journalist and educator while introducing the concept of the 'Gutenberg Parenthesis.' They explore the transformative impact of the printing press on society and its parallels to the digital age, emphasizing shifts in storytelling, community, and the accessibility of information. The narrative examines how both historical and contemporary innovations in media shape our understanding of authorship, knowledge sharing, and the definition of local communities.

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